Honor Bishop Aretha Wilson

2019 WHEREAS, The unity of our State and Nation is built upon the compassion of individuals such as Dr. Aretha Wilson who uphold the values of community life and who, through their great actions, epitomize the best of humanity; and WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Her Grace Bishop Dr. Aretha Wilson, Presiding Prelate upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by R.A.W. International Ministries to be celebrated on February 14-17, 2019, at its R.A.W. Gathering 2019, at The Embassy Cathedral & Conference Center, Lynbrook, New York; and WHEREAS, A dynamic, revelatory author, preacher, leader and teacher, Dr. Aretha Wilson is recognized as a catalyst of restoration and revival, prayer, healing, deliverance and empowerment for all; she carries an apostolic and prophetic mantle; and WHEREAS, Dr. Aretha Wilson serves as the Presiding Prelate of R.A.W. International Covenant Alliance of Churches and Ministries, Overseer of Kingdom Ambassadors Global Ministries, New England Provincial Bishop of Global United Fellowship, President of Kingdom Life Bible Institute and Founder and CEO of R.A.W. International Ministries; and WHEREAS, For over 24 years, this distinguished woman has hosted the R.A.W. International Gathering which has featured such global and renowned leaders as Pastor Benny Hinn, Bishop Neil C. Ellis, Prophetess Glenda Jackson, Bishop Jacqueline McCullough, Apostle John Tetsola, Dr. Marilyn Hickey, Pastor Sheryl Brady and many others; and WHEREAS, Furthermore, under the luminous direction of Dr. Aretha Wilson, the lives of countless pastors, leaders, men, women and youth worldwide have been transformed and enlightened through this conference; and WHEREAS, Dr. Aretha Wilson was educated at St. John's University, Adelphi University and United Christian College where she earned a Doctorate of Sacred Theology; she has also been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Divinity; and WHEREAS, For more than two decades, Dr. Aretha Wilson has served as a bible instructor, utilizing her testimony, life experience, wisdom and knowledge as landmarks to instruct sound doctrine, holiness and righteousness; and WHEREAS, Dr. Aretha Wilson travels extensively throughout the United States and abroad ministering in conferences, revivals and seminars, delivering a challenging and impacting word; and WHEREAS, Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Aretha Wilson has truly influenced the lives of people from all walks of life for the better; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when individuals of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Her Grace Bishop Dr. Aretha Wilson, Presiding Prelate, upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by R.A.W. International Ministries at its R.A.W. Gathering 2019; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Her Grace Bishop Dr. Aretha Wilson.