HR855 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Yvonne Kennedy

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, 37th General Conference, welcomed to Mobile

Summary

A House resolution that formally welcomes the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church's 37th General Conference to Mobile, Alabama, and thanks the church for its service.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill would officially recognize the CME Church's 37th General Conference as hosted in Mobile from June 26 to July 4, 2010. It notes the church's history and its inclusive, open membership, and it acknowledges that Mobile will host the conference for the first time in CME history. It expresses heartfelt gratitude to the College of Bishops, General Officers, clergy, lay voting delegates, alternates, and visitors, and it highlights the involvement of Alabama lawmakers in church affairs.

Who It Affects

• Members and leaders of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church attending or participating in the 37th General Conference in Mobile (Bishops, General Officers, clergy, lay voting delegates, alternates, visitors).
• Residents of Alabama, particularly in Mobile, who are connected to or affected by hosting a major religious conference and the associated recognition by the state House.

Key Provisions

• The Alabama House welcomes the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church's 37th General Conference to the City of Mobile, Alabama.
• The resolution notes that the conference will be held in Mobile from June 26 through July 4, 2010 and that this is the first time the CME General Conference has been hosted in Mobile.
• It acknowledges the CME Church's history and evolution, including its 1954 name change from Colored Methodist Episcopal Church to Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and its inclusive membership.
• The resolution extends heartfelt gratitude to the CME Church and its members, including the College of Bishops, General Officers, clergy, lay voting delegates, alternates, and visitors, and mentions the involvement of Alabama Representatives Barbara Boyd and Yvonne Kennedy in related church matters.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Miscellaneous