HR1722: HR1722 Morningside Presbyterian Church; 100th anniversary; commend

26 LC 129 1346 House Resolution 1722 By: Representatives Holland of the 54th, Evans of the 57th, Barnes of the 86th, and Oliver of the 84th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Morningside Presbyterian Church on the occasion of its 100th1 anniversary; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the seeds which were sown by the loving and humble eff orts of the devoted3 original worshipers of Morningside Presbyterian Church have blossomed, establishing a rich4 tradition and history; and 5 WHEREAS, Morningside Presbyterian Church has been integral to making disciples of Jesus6 Christ in the Morningside neighborhood in Atlanta since the 1920s, when the road into this7 new community was paved and farmland gave way to development; and8 WHEREAS, Morningside Presbyterian Church was established as a mission of the Atlanta9 Presbytery Home Mission Committee and First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta in November10 1925; and 11 WHEREAS, the congregation of this church has compiled an unparalleled record of passion,12 action and inclusivity, which it demonstrates daily through a wide embrace for all of God's13 children, inviting all to journey together in worship, service, growth and community; and 14 H. R. 1722 - 1 - 26 LC 129 1346 WHEREAS, the members of Morningside Presbyterian Church have a sincere desire to serve15 the Lord and are wholeheartedly committed to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ; and 16 WHEREAS, Morningside Presbyterian Church has a long-standing reputation of service to17 others, currently supporting Clifton Sanctuary Ministries, Into wn Cares, J. W. Dobbs18 Elementary School, Memorial Drive Ministries, MPC C.A.R.E., and Nicholas House; and19 WHEREAS, the church's Weekday Children's Ministries, Morningsid e Presbyterian20 Preschool (MPP), operates a half-day preschool serving children ages 15-months to Pre-K;21 and 22 WHEREAS MPP believes in inclusivity, welcoming students, families, and teachers of all23 faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds to its diverse community t hrough a developmental24 philosophy of learning-through-play to create a solid foundatio n for a lifelong love of25 learning; and26 WHEREAS, on November 16, 2025, Morningside Presbyterian Church celebrated its 100th27 anniversary with a special Centennial Worship Service followed by a fellowship reception;28 and 29 WHEREAS the church continued to celebrate with additional events throughout the season,30 including special music events, a tree planting with Trees Atlanta, "This I Believe" Sunday31 with church archives, and fellowship and storytelling.32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that33 the members of this body recognize the rich history of Mornings ide Presbyterian Church,34 commend its 100 years of dedicated service to the Lord and comm unity, and extend their35 H. R. 1722 - 2 - 26 LC 129 1346 warmest best wishes for its continued growth and success as they look forward to the future36 and reflect on where God has led them and where God is guiding them next.37 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized38 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to39 Morningside Presbyterian Church.40 H. R. 1722 - 3 -