HR678: HR678 Newman, Reverend Reginald B.; occasion of his retirement; recognize

25 LC 129 0367 House Resolution 678 By: Representatives Burnough of the 77th, Bell of the 75th, Flournoy of the 74th, McClain of the 109th, and Jackson of the 128th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Reverend Reginald B. Newman on the o ccasion of his1 retirement; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Reverend Reginald B. Newman has demonstrated his commitment to teaching3 the Gospel, witnessing Christ through word and deed, and addres sing the physical,4 psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs of others; and5 WHEREAS, since 1992, he has served as the Senior Pastor of Fountain of Faith Missionary6 Baptist Church in Riverdale, Georgia; and7 WHEREAS, his vision and direction have helped Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist8 Church grow in size and influence, uplifting the community like the light of Bethlehem and9 serving as a spiritual leader and place for fellowship; and10 WHEREAS, he was instrumental in the development of the Patrina T. and Reginald B.11 Newman scholarship, that was established in 2009 to assist graduating high school seniors12 in pursing secondary education opportunities; and13 H. R. 678 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0367 WHEREAS, Reverend Reginald B. Newman was honored by the Atlanta Business Magazine14 with the Atlanta Gospel Choice Award and named as one of the top 100 Influential Pastors15 of Atlanta; and16 WHEREAS, whether the task is preparing a sermon, visiting the s ick, counseling the17 troubled, baptizing a new believer, or acting as a theologian, educator, administrator, or18 humanitarian, Reverend Reginald B. Newman has shown the energy, devotion, and19 commitment truly reflective of divine guidance; and20 WHEREAS, the unmatched spiritual assistance offered by Reverend Reginald B. Newman21 is a source of strength and direction for persons in all walks of life; and22 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper to recognize the outstanding accomplishments23 of the dynamic Christian ministry of this devout and pious man.24 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that25 the members of this body recognize and commend Reverend Reginal d B. Newman on the26 grand occasion of his retirement and extend best wishes for future health and happiness.27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized28 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to29 Reverend Reginald B. Newman.30 H. R. 678 - 2 -