HR624: HR624 Herring, Reverend John H.; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Reverend John H. Herring, who was licensed to preach in 2010 and ordained in 2011, and who became the fourth pastor of Glorious Hope Baptist Church in Macon in 2012 after his father's retirement. The resolution highlights his role in growing the church and his involvement in the Men About Change program, an after-school and summer program for boys and girls focused on education, entrepreneurship, character development, and community service. It does not change any Georgia law; it simply directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Reverend Herring as a formal token of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends Reverend John H. Herring for his religious leadership and community service.
• States the House's best wishes for his continued fellowship and leadership as pastor of Glorious Hope Baptist Church.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Reverend Herring.

The resolution directly names Reverend John H. Herring and his congregation at Glorious Hope Baptist Church in Macon, Georgia, as well as participants in the church's Men About Change youth program. It also involves the Clerk of the House, who must distribute a copy of the resolution.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a change to law or policy. It creates an official public record of the Georgia House's recognition of Reverend Herring's ministry and community work, which he and his congregation may keep as a formal commendation.

• The whereas clauses describe Reverend Herring's licensing in 2010, ordination in 2011, and becoming pastor of Glorious Hope Baptist Church in 2012.
• The resolution notes his role in the Men About Change after-school and summer program for boys and girls.
• The resolved clause formally commends Reverend Herring and wishes him continued success in ministry.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Reverend Herring.

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• Tangie Herring (D, HD-145)Primary sponsor
• Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
• Robert Flournoy (D, HD-074)
• Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)

• ceremonial resolution
• Macon Georgia
• faith community recognition
• youth programs