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H. 5255

STATUS INFORMATION

Concurrent Resolution
Sponsors: Rep. Parks
Document Path: l:\council\bills\gjk\21277sd06.doc

Introduced in the House on May 31, 2006
Introduced in the Senate on May 31, 2006
Adopted by the General Assembly on May 31, 2006

Summary: Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church

HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

     Date      Body   Action Description with journal page number
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   5/31/2006  House   Introduced, adopted, sent to Senate HJ-20
   5/31/2006  Senate  Introduced, adopted, returned with concurrence SJ-41

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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL

5/31/2006

TO RECOGNIZE MT. LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCH OF PARKSVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA, FOR ITS OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT TO THE FURTHERANCE OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH, AND TO CONGRATULATE ITS MEMBERS ON THE CHURCH'S ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THIRD ANNIVERSARY ON MAY 24, 2006.

Whereas, founded on May 24, 1873 by Reverend Elijah Key and Reverend Edmond Gardenhire, Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church of Parksville, South Carolina, celebrates a rich one hundred and thirty-three-year history; and

Whereas, Reverend Henry Hill served as the congregation's first pastor, with Deacons Joe White and Josh Briggs serving the church under him; and

Whereas, in 1886 Reverend Ben Harrison took over the pulpit and in that same year, as the church grew, several more deacons were ordained; and

Whereas, the former church sanctuary was built in 1908 during the administration of Reverend R. B. Hancock, and after his service Reverends C. W. Webb and G. D. Smith led the church during their respective tenures; and

Whereas, moving forward under the leadership of Reverend Vincent, the church's next pastor, the congregation raised a large sum of money for church repairs and pews. Also during that time the Missionary Society and Usher Board were organized; and

Whereas, the next decade saw two new pastors for the church, Reverend C. C. Middleton and Reverend O. T. Screen. During Reverend Screen's time with the church, a piano was purchased and the youth choir was organized; and

Whereas, Reverends E. B. Freeman, E. B. Cooper, and E. M. Gordon were the next three pastors to lead the church. During their terms, restrooms were installed and the Deaconess and Young Women Auxiliary was established; and

Whereas, the congregation saw to many changes in the church in the 1990's, as construction began on a multi-purpose building, a public address system was installed, and the Nurses' Guild, Beautification Club, Courtesy Club, and male choir were all founded. Further structural changes to the interior and exterior of the church were also made during that decade; and

Whereas, beautiful stained glass windows were installed in the church in September 2000, and in 2001 the second Sunday worship services began with Reverend Melvin Gordon officiating; and

Whereas, in 2003 the congregation was blessed to have two of its own members enter into the ministry, and in 2004 Reverend E. M. Gordon celebrated forty years of leadership and dedication as pastor of the church; and

Whereas, over the rich history of this wonderful place of worship, the congregations and pastors have served God and their fellowmen with faithfulness and in obedience to God's commands; and

Whereas, the General Assembly is proud to recognize the leadership and congregation of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church on their one hundred and thirty-third anniversary, and is certain that they will continue to grow and thrive in the years to come. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

That the members of the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina, by this resolution, recognize Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church of Parksville, South Carolina, for its outstanding commitment to the furtherance of the Christian faith, and congratulate its members on the church's one hundred and thirty-third anniversary on May 24, 2006.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to Reverend E. M. Gordon.

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