Georgia CommonsHR 1682: Purvis, Pastor Wilbur T., III.; occasion of his 33rd pastoral anniversary; recognize
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes Pastor Wilbur T. Purvis III of Destiny World Church for his 33rd pastoral anniversary and commends his community work.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Pastor Wilbur T. Purvis III on the 33rd anniversary of his leadership at Destiny World Church. It does not change any law. The resolution describes his work founding programs like the Destiny Christian Academy, WTP Ministries, home ownership workshops, and youth mentorship programs. The resolution formally states that House members recognize and commend Pastor Purvis and wish him continued success. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Pastor Wilbur T. Purvis III on his 33rd pastoral anniversary at Destiny World Church.
- States the House's best wishes for his continued fellowship and leadership.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Pastor Purvis.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulation; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Pastor Wilbur T. Purvis III and Destiny World Church. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or institutions beyond the ceremonial recognition and the Clerk of the House's administrative task of distributing a copy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; its practical effect is limited to a formal statement of recognition entered into the House's record and a printed copy given to Pastor Purvis, honoring his community and religious contributions.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Pastor Purvis's 33 years leading Destiny World Church and initiatives such as the Destiny Christian Academy and WTP Ministries.
- The resolved clause formally commends him on his 33rd pastoral anniversary and wishes him continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Pastor Purvis.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Wilbur T. Purvis III on the wonderful occasion of his 33rd pastoral anniversary”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lisa Campbell (D, HD-035)
- Sheila Jones (D, HD-060)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Solomon Adesanya (D, HD-043)
- Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- religious leaders
- community recognition
- Georgia House of Representatives