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House Resolution 605

By: Representative Purcell of the 159th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension in Savannah, Georgia, on the occasion of its 270th anniversary; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the seeds which were sown by the loving and humble efforts of the devoted original worshipers of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension in Savannah, Georgia, have blossomed, establishing a rich tradition and history; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Johann Martin Bolzius arrived in the new colony of Georgia in 1734, serving as Pastor of Salzburger Lutherans, with the founding of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension recorded on April 14, 1741; and

WHEREAS, the church purchased its present location on Wright Square in 1771 and the church called its first full-time pastor in the early 1800's, Reverend Stephen Mealy; and

WHEREAS, over the past three centuries, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension has grown under the divine direction of numerous pastors, allowing the Word of God to spread throughout the community; and

WHEREAS, the congregation of this church has compiled an unparalleled record of constructive, compassionate, and humanitarian service which it demonstrates daily through open minds, open hearts, and open doors; and

WHEREAS, members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension have a sincere desire to serve the Lord and are wholeheartedly committed to spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ; and

WHEREAS, this year, the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension celebrates its 270th anniversary with homecoming events and worship services, inviting all current and former members, friends, and community associates to celebrate; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this enduring example of God's message of peace and love be recognized and congratulated for its innumerable good works rendered on behalf of persons in need.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize the rich history of Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Acsension, commend its 270 years of dedicated service to the Lord and community, and extend their warmest best wishes for its continued growth and success.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Ascension.