HR1406: HR1406 Brewton-Parker Christian University; commend

26 LC 129 1153 House Resolution 1406 By: Representatives Hagan of the 156th and O’Steen of the 169th A RESOLUTION Honoring Brewton-Parker Christian University; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Brewton-Parker Christian University traces its origins to 1904, when it was2 founded as Union Baptist Institute through the vision and faith of Georgia Baptist leaders3 who sought to provide Christian values-based education and who were aided in this cause4 by a magnanimous donation of land by a highly esteemed African- American and former5 slave, Warren C. Crawley, Sr.; and6 WHEREAS, Brewton-Parker for over twelve decades has continually made a positive impact7 upon its community, region, and state; and8 WHEREAS, in recent years Brewton-Parker experienced significant growth and9 revitalization, including expanded academic offerings, improved facilities, increased10 enrollment, strengthened fiscal stewardship, and measurable spiritual impact through campus11 ministries and student engagement; and12 WHEREAS, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commi ssion on Colleges13 approved the transition to university status, and effective Jul y 1, 2025, Brewton-Parker14 College officially became Brewton-Parker Christian University.15 H. R. 1406 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1153 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that16 the members of this body honor Brewton-Parker Christian Univers ity in recognition of its17 rich history, Georgia Baptist heritage, and continued commitment to Christ-centered higher18 education, as well as its service to students, churches, and communities across the State of19 Georgia.20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the House of Representatives commends Dr. Steven F.21 Echols for his faithful leadership and stewardship in guiding the institution through a season22 of renewal and into its new chapter as a Christian university.23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to25 Brewton-Parker Christian University and to Dr. Steven F. Echols.26 H. R. 1406 - 2 -