Senate Resolution No. 2113

BY: Senator PARKER

COMMEMORATING the 75th Anniversary of Abu Bekr
Temple No. 74, Oasis of Brooklyn, Desert of New
York, and paying tribute to this year's honoree

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to commend those
illustrious organizations of the State of New York whose focus and
intent have made a substantial impact on the quality of life in their
communities; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Abu Bekr Temple No. 74, Oasis of
Brooklyn, Desert of New York, and paying tribute to this year's honoree,
Illustrious Commandress Daughter Maxine White-Brown, on Sunday, October
13, 2024, in New York City; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious event will honor Illustrious Commandress
Daughter Maxine White-Brown and the members of Abu Bekr Temple No. 74
for their ceaseless dedication to the local community, tirelessly giving
of their time and energies to countless initiatives and programs
throughout the year; and

WHEREAS, Illustrious Commandress Daughter Maxine White-Brown,
through her strong leadership, steady teaching, and unwavering love for
her court, community, her family, and her sisters, has shown that
leadership can be done with true grace and elegance; and

WHEREAS, Abu Bekr Temple No. 74 is part of the Ancient Egyptian
Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine of North and South America and its
Jurisdictions Incorporated, an organization which embraces the basic
fundamental concepts of the Masonic Order with a broader spectrum of
dispensing charity in the community; and

WHEREAS, Currently, there are 224 Constituent Temples throughout the
Imperial Domain (the World), with a membership of over 25,000 and
growing; and

WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 75-year history, Abu Bekr Temple No.
74 has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities
which it serves; and

WHEREAS, The success of Abu Bekr Temple No. 74 is in direct
correlation to the efforts of Illustrious Commandress Daughter Maxine
White-Brown and its dedicated members, whose involvement is, and always
has been, characterized by an impressive commitment, an unbridled
enthusiasm, and an uncompromising standard of excellence in all
endeavors on behalf of the organization and the community it serves; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion presents an opportunity for this
Legislative Body to recognize and pay tribute to Abu Bekr Temple No. 74;
and

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when
individuals and organizations of such noble aims and accomplishments are
brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by
all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 75th Anniversary of Abu Bekr Temple No. 74, Oasis of
Brooklyn, Desert of New York, and paying tribute to this year's honoree,
Illustrious Commandress Daughter Maxine White-Brown; and be it further

RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Illustrious Commandress Daughter Maxine White-Brown and
Abu Bekr Temple No. 74, Oasis of Brooklyn, Desert of New York.