Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 520: Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church; recognize
Last action April 2, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution recognizes Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church in Jonesboro on its 150th anniversary and commends its history of community service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church, which was organized in 1875 in Jonesboro. The resolution recounts the church's history, including its founding under a brush arbor on Spring Street, several relocations, name changes tied to Methodist denominational mergers in 1939 and 1968, and construction milestones such as its first brick sanctuary in 1920 and a Family Life Center in 1991. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the Senate recognizes the church's 150 years of service and wishes it continued success. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the church.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church on its 150th anniversary.
- Recounts the church's history from its 1875 founding through name changes, relocations, and building milestones.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the church.
- Extends the Senate's well wishes for the church's continued growth, without creating any new law or funding.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church and its congregation in Jonesboro. It has no legal or financial effect on other Georgians, agencies, or organizations.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor with no changes to Georgia law, funding, or policy. Its main real-world effect is a formal Senate document and copy given to the church marking its 150-year history and contributions to the community.
Key provisions
- Recounts the church's founding in 1875 and its early history under Rev. Frank Calhoun, including relocations across Jonesboro.
- Notes name changes to Andrews Chapel Methodist Church in 1939 and Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church in 1968 following denominational mergers.
- Resolves that the Senate recognizes the church's history and commends its 150 years of service and community work.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the church.
From the bill
“organized in 1875, Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church has grown under the divine direction of 34 pastors over the years, allowing the Word of God to spread throughout the community”
“the members of this body recognize the rich history of Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church, commend its 150 years of dedicated service to the Lord and community”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-17)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-43)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
- Donzella James (D, SD-28)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-34)
- Harold Jones II (D, SD-22)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-41)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-5)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-15)
Topics
- church anniversary
- Jonesboro history
- Senate resolution
- community recognition