LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the dedication of the new church
edifice at The Sanctuary, of Elmont, New York, on May 15-17, 2015

WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and
educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development
of the moral fabric of a responsible citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is the tradition of this State and this Nation to pay
tribute to those institutions and individuals who have contributed to
the ethical and spiritual values of their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in commemorating the
dedication of the new church edifice at The Sanctuary, of Elmont, New
York, to be celebrated with a Dedication Weekend on May 15-17, 2015; and
WHEREAS, During The Sanctuary's Dedication Weekend, a number of
special guest speakers will be giving talks, including Reverend Greg
Godwin, Bishop Devon Dawson, and Reverend Anthony Mangun; and
WHEREAS, Under the luminous direction of Reverend Omar Jolly and First
Lady Lisa Jolly, The Sanctuary stands on the threshold of tomorrow,
prepared to meet the challenges of the coming decades while retaining
that spiritual resolve which characterizes its past; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of
enduring religious institutions and to bring such institutions to the
attention of the people of this Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the dedication of the new church edifice at The Sanctuary,
of Elmont, New York, fully confident that this commendation reflects the
belief in those values which enhance the dignity and purpose of life;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That copies of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reverend Omar Jolly and First Lady Lisa Jolly, The Sanctuary,
Elmont, New York.