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HR 678: Newman, Reverend Reginald B.; occasion of his retirement; recognize

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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 occasion of his retirement; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Reverend Reginald B. Newman has demonstrated his commitment to teaching the Gospel, witnessing Christ through word and deed, and addressing the physical, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs of others; and

WHEREAS, since 1992, he has served as the Senior Pastor of Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Riverdale, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, his vision and direction have helped Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church grow in size and influence, uplifting the community like the light of Bethlehem and serving as a spiritual leader and place for fellowship; and

WHEREAS, he was instrumental in the development of the Patrina T. and Reginald B. Newman scholarship, that was established in 2009 to assist graduating high school seniors in pursing secondary education opportunities; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Reginald B. Newman was honored by the Atlanta Business Magazine with the Atlanta Gospel Choice Award and named as one of the top 100 Influential Pastors of Atlanta; and

WHEREAS, whether the task is preparing a sermon, visiting the sick, counseling the troubled, baptizing a new believer, or acting as a theologian, educator, administrator, or humanitarian, Reverend Reginald B. Newman has shown the energy, devotion, and commitment truly reflective of divine guidance; and

WHEREAS, the unmatched spiritual assistance offered by Reverend Reginald B. Newman is a source of strength and direction for persons in all walks of life; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of the dynamic Christian ministry of this devout and pious man.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Reverend Reginald B. Newman on the grand occasion of his retirement and extend best wishes for future health and happiness. 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 Reverend Reginald B. Newman.