A house RESOLUTION

To honor Pastor Rosavelt Copeland for the many years of service he has given to his church and community.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are proud to recognize Rosavelt Copeland, founding pastor of New Faith International Church, Inc, for the great effort he has put into his church and community; and

Whereas, Pastor Copeland began the New Faith International Church in the basement of his home in January of 1997. The church began with a humble ten members but grew substantially in the years that followed. As the church grew, they moved from the basement to a storefront on Highway 221, then to a church building off of South Church Street in Spartanburg, then to a larger facility at 197 Boundary Drive in Spartanburg, and finally to a church building located at 13 Ark Main Street in Spartanburg; and

Whereas, Pastor Copeland has pursued many passions in life. He began his career by joining the United States Marine Corps after graduating from Chapman High School. After his service, he went on to become a successful car salesman. As a pastor, he is best known for his ability to recite Bible scripture and his sermons from memory; and

Whereas, when he isn't counseling, conducting funerals, or visiting the sick and shut-in, Pastor Copeland enjoys walking and spending time with his family. He is married to Vanisha Dawkins Copeland, and together they have four children and four grandchildren; and

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is honored to recognize someone as dedicated to his faith and community as Pastor Copeland. The members thank him for his contributions and wish him much happiness in the days ahead. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor Pastor Rosavelt Copeland for the many years of service he has given to his church and community.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Pastor Rosavelt Copeland.

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