Georgia CommonsHR 2041: Woodard, Pastor Terry; outstanding service and leadership in Clayton County; commend
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Pastor Terry Woodard of Riverdale for his decades of ministry and community service work in Clayton County.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Pastor Terry Woodard, founder and Senior Pastor of Victory In Christ Ministries and Victory Hope House in Riverdale, Georgia. It recounts his more than 30 years as a Clayton County resident, his role as Vice President of the Association of Christian Ministers of Clayton County, and his community outreach work, including a weekly food pantry, a clothing and household goods ministry called the Hope Outlet, back-to-school backpack drives, and seasonal assistance programs. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition of Woodard's contributions and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Pastor Terry Woodard for his service and leadership in Clayton County.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Woodard.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Pastor Terry Woodard. It also references Victory In Christ Ministries, Victory Hope House, and the Association of Christian Ministers of Clayton County, but imposes no obligations on any Georgia resident, agency, or organization.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: it places the House's formal recognition of a Clayton County faith leader's community service on the public record.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Woodard's ministry, community outreach programs, and civic involvement in Clayton County.
- The resolving clause states the House's commendation of Woodard for his contributions to Clayton County and Georgia.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Woodard.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Terry Woodard for his outstanding contributions to the citizens of Clayton County and the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
- El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Clayton County
- community service
- faith leaders