2017-J5237

Commending Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church upon the occasion of hosting its Seniors Luncheon on June 3, 2018

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2017-J5237



Senate Resolution No. 5237

BY: Senator PARKER

COMMENDING Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church
upon the occasion of hosting its Seniors Luncheon on
June 3, 2018

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, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commend Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church upon the occasion of
hosting its Seniors Luncheon on Sunday, June 3, 2018; and

WHEREAS, Located in Brooklyn, New York, Vanderveer Park United
Methodist Church has enjoyed a rich history of enriching lives
spiritually, while fighting for civil rights and social justice
throughout the Church's existence; and

WHEREAS, Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church has not only
survived, but thrived, due to the great contributions of its senior
citizens, who are truly the history of the church; and

WHEREAS, Under the luminous direction of Pastor Kirk D. Lyons,
Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church 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
commend Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church upon the occasion of
hosting its Seniors Luncheon on June 3, 2018; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Pastor Kirk D. Lyons, Vanderveer Park United Methodist
Church, Brooklyn, New York.

actions

  • 11 / May / 2018
    • REFERRED TO FINANCE
  • 15 / May / 2018
    • REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
  • 15 / May / 2018
    • ADOPTED

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