Georgia CommonsHR 1128: Chestnut Grove Baptist Church; occasion of its 175th anniversary; recognize
Last action January 28, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Grayson on the occasion of its 175th anniversary, commending its history of service to the community.
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In plain language
This House resolution honors Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, which was founded in 1850 in the Grayson community, on its 175th anniversary. It recounts the church's history, including its founding by nine men who gathered under a brush arbor, the construction of a log cabin that also served as the area's school, later buildings erected in 1873 and 1911, and a new sanctuary built in 2001. It also notes the church's current pastor, Dr. Chris Alexander, who has led the congregation since 2018. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House of Representatives recognizes the church's history and commends its 175 years of service, and directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the church for distribution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Chestnut Grove Baptist Church for 175 years of service to the Grayson community.
- Recounts the church's founding in 1850 and its history of buildings and pastors over the years.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the church.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial statement rather than a change to law.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Grayson, its congregation, and its current pastor Dr. Chris Alexander and his family. It has no legal effect on any other Georgians or institutions.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences for Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it places an official House statement of recognition on record honoring a specific church's long history and gives the congregation a formal copy to keep.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states that House members recognize the church's history and commend its 175 years of service and extend best wishes for continued growth.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the church.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) recounts the church's 1850 founding, early buildings, and current leadership but creates no legal obligations.
From the bill
“organized in 1850, Chestnut Grove Baptist Church has grown under the divine direction of more than 50 pastors over the years, allowing the Word of God to spread throughout the Grayson community and beyond”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Grayson community
- church anniversary
- House of Representatives recognition