A house RESOLUTION

to remember the legacy of mary alice sanders, pastor of the holy place church in chester.

Whereas, born in Chester on November 6, 1949, and passing from labor to reward on September 23, 2020, Pastor Mary Sanders served the Lord faithfully and lovingly; and

Whereas, together with her husband, Bishop Tommy Sanders, she founded The Holy Place Church in 1990 and served its members for thirty years. A minister of the Gospel and a psalmist of psalms, Mary dedicated her life to fostering a vibrant spiritual community. She sung and wrote many songs that blessed the people of God; and

Whereas, Pastor Mary had a heart for the youth. Her church served as a center for worship and connection, offering a range of programs and services designed to support the spiritual growth of all of its members; and

Whereas, Pastor Mary and the late Bishop Tommy were married for fifty-four years, raising a large and loving family. Her legacy of providing a welcoming environment where all can participate in spiritual practices and build meaningful relationships continues. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, remember the legacy of Mary Alice Sanders, Pastor of The Holy Place Church in Chester.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Sanders family.

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