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Senate
Resolution 735
By:
Senators Miller of the 49th, Gooch of the 51st, Wilkinson of the 50th and Ginn
of the 47th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending The Lanier Land Boys; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
The Lanier Land Boys were born in the spring of 2007 upon the vision of Marion
Merck, Tommy Brooks, and Jonathan Jackson; and
WHEREAS,
using the best of Southern Gospel and Christian country, The Lanier Land Boys
produce a friendly blend of music to deliver the message of Jesus Christ; and
WHEREAS,
the band has stayed true to the message they send: to focus on the Christian
way, which is to praise and worship the Lord and enjoy the fellowship of their
brothers and sisters in Christ; and
WHEREAS,
through their music they share the Word with all who will open their hearts to
the teachings of Jesus and the Holy Bible; and
WHEREAS,
The Lanier Land Boys were blessed with an opportunity to join Homeland
Entertainment Group out of Nashville, Tennessee, in the fall of 2010, and a
recording contract with Riversong and Mont Eagle Records followed immediately
thereafter; and
WHEREAS,
the group has grown comfortably into itself, and even though members have come
and gone, they have evolved and matured with every change; and
WHEREAS,
the group is now composed of Marion Merck, Jonathan Jackson, Henry Thompson,
Tommy Brooks, Dave Brown, and brothers Tim and Tom Thurmond; and
WHEREAS,
The Lanier Land Boys not only love what they do but also love all of those who
support them, and the Boys truly value the time the Lord gives them to spend
creating something so meaningful and special; and
WHEREAS,
The Lanier Land Boys are supported and loved by their fellow citizens for their
gift of music.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize
The Lanier Land Boys for their amazing love for gospel music and numerous
achievements and commend their efficient, effective dedication to gospel music
and to the people of Georgia.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to The Lanier Land Boys.