The bill, H. 5657, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring the significant history and contributions of the Nazarene Missionary Baptist Church over the past two centuries. The resolution highlights the church's origins in 1826 as a "church within a church" for enslaved members at Gapway Baptist Church, its establishment as an independent congregation, and its evolution through various leadership and community initiatives. It recounts key historical events, including the church's first permanent structure built in 1841, the ordination of its first ministers in 1866, and the impact of natural disasters on its buildings.
The resolution expresses gratitude for the courage and faith of the church's members and acknowledges the legacy they are creating for future generations. It concludes with a wish for the congregation's continued prosperity and productive ministry in the community. The bill does not contain any insertions or deletions from current law.