The bill, S. 293, is a Senate resolution celebrating the 125th anniversary of St. Matthew Baptist Church in North Charleston, South Carolina. It honors the church's long history, which began in 1900 under Reverend Frank Guest, and highlights significant milestones and contributions made by various pastors, including Reverend A.W. Wright, Reverend Benjamin J. Whipper, and the current pastor, Reverend Calbert R. Brantley. The resolution acknowledges the church's role in the community, particularly during the Civil Rights Movement and its ongoing commitment to social and educational initiatives.
The resolution expresses the South Carolina Senate's commendation for the church's dedicated service to the North Charleston community over the past century and a quarter. It concludes with a formal congratulation to Reverend Brantley and the congregation, and it includes a provision for a copy of the resolution to be presented to Reverend Brantley.