SJR89 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ben H. Brooks

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Mobile, commended

Summary

A ceremonial Senate Joint Resolution commending the Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of Mobile on its 100th anniversary.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, it formally congratulates the church and its leaders on its centennial, recognizing their contributions to faith and to the City of Mobile and the State of Alabama. It notes the church’s founding in 1912 and the centennial celebration in 2012. It also requests that a copy of the resolution be provided for presentation and display during the centennial celebration.

Who It Affects

• The Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of Mobile, including its priest Reverend Father Elias Stevens, Parish Council President George Catranis, Centennial Committee Chair Patti Panayiotou, and all parishioners and leaders, who are publicly recognized.
• Residents of Mobile and the State of Alabama, who are aware of and may be encouraged by recognition of local religious and cultural institutions.

Key Provisions

• Congratulates the Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of Mobile, its priest, Parish Council President, Centennial Committee Chair, and all parishioners and church leaders for their contributions to faith and to Mobile and Alabama.
• Acknowledges the church’s centennial celebration and its founding in 1912.
• Provides that a copy of this resolution be given for appropriate presentation and display on the occasion of the Centennial Celebration.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory