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HR 1385: Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church; occasion of its 100th anniversary; recognize

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House Resolution 1385

By: Representatives Evans of the 57th and Draper of the 90th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church on the occasion of its 100th anniversary; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the seeds which were sown by the loving and humble efforts of the devoted original worshipers of Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church have blossomed, establishing a rich tradition and history; and

WHEREAS, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church has been integral to making disciples of Jesus Christ in the Morningside neighborhood in Atlanta since the 1920s, when the road into this new community was paved and farmland gave way to development; and

WHEREAS, the church is named for two influential Georgians: Bishop Atticus Haygood, who helped found Paine College in Augusta and was Emory's eighth president, and his sister, Laura Haygood, pioneer educator and missionary who was inducted into Georgia Women of Achievement in 2000; and

WHEREAS, the congregation of this church has compiled an unparalleled record of constructive, compassionate, and humanitarian service which it demonstrates daily through open minds, open hearts, and open doors; and

WHEREAS, the members of Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church have a sincere desire to serve the Lord and are wholeheartedly committed to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ; and

WHEREAS, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church has a long-standing reputation of service to others, currently supporting Intown Cares, Atlanta Habitat for Humanity, the Angel Tree for Morningside Elementary School, Wesley Woods, and Wellroot Family Services; and

WHEREAS, the church's Weekday Children's Ministries operates three programs: a half-day preschool with an accredited kindergarten, a full-day year-round child care program, and a year-round after-school program - collectively caring for over 200 children and their families; and

WHEREAS, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church’s Recreation Ministry includes Haygood Hoops, a youth sports initiative that served over 900 children in the 2025-2026 season; and

WHEREAS, on March 22, 2026, Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church celebrates its 100th anniversary with homecoming events and worship services and invites all current and former members, friends, and community associates to celebrate.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize the rich history of Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church, commend its 100 years of dedicated service to the Lord and community, and extend their warmest best wishes for its continued growth and success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Haygood Memorial United Methodist Church.