HR2041: HR2041 Woodard, Pastor Terry; outstanding service and leadership in Clayton County; commend

26 LC 112 4157 House Resolution 2041 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Berry of the 56th, Holly of the 116th, and Scott of the 76th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Pastor Terry Woodard for his outstan ding service and1 leadership in Clayton County; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Pastor Terry Woodard is the Founder and Senior Pastor of Victory In Christ3 Ministries (The VIC) and Victory Hope House, where he has faith fully served the4 community since relocating the ministry to Riverdale, Georgia, in June 2016; and5 WHEREAS, as a proud resident of Clayton County for more than 30 years, Pastor Woodard6 has demonstrated unwavering dedication to uplifting the lives o f residents through both7 spiritual guidance and tangible community support; and8 WHEREAS, Pastor Woodard also serves as Vice President of the Association of Christian9 Ministers of Clayton County, further extending his leadership a nd collaboration among10 faith-based organizations throughout the region; and11 WHEREAS, as a bi-vocational pastor and business owner, Pastor Woodard leads with a heart12 for service, establishing and sustaining impactful outreach initiatives including weekly food13 pantry distributions, the "Hope Outlet" clothing and household goods ministry, annual14 H. R. 2041 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4157 back-to-school backpack drives, and seasonal programs that prov ide critical resources to15 families in need; and16 WHEREAS, Pastor Woodard is a steadfast community advocate who b elieves that17 meaningful and lasting improvements are achieved through strong partnerships between local18 government and nonprofit organizations, working collaboratively to ensure that vital services19 are adequately resourced and accessible; and20 WHEREAS, through his ministry and leadership, Pastor Woodard is committed to advancing21 sustainable solutions that go beyond meeting immediate needs, striving to empower families22 toward homeownership, financial freedom, and long-term stability; and23 WHEREAS, in addition to his many professional and civic responsibilities, Pastor Woodard24 values family and community, enjoying time with his grandchildren and engaging in personal25 pursuits such as motorcycle riding; and26 WHEREAS, Pastor Woodard's roles as Senior Pastor, founder of key community outreach27 programs, business owner, and advocate exemplify the highest st andards of service,28 leadership, and compassion.29 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that30 the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Terry Woodard for his outstanding31 contributions to the citizens of Clayton County and the State of Georgia as well as honor his32 enduring commitment to service, faith, and community empowerment.33 H. R. 2041 - 2 - 26 LC 112 4157 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized34 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Pastor35 Terry Woodard.36 H. R. 2041 - 3 -