HR184 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Cole, Leroy R., commended

Summary

The bill is a House resolution commending Senior Pastor Leroy R. Cole for more than 34 years of service to Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church in New Market, Alabama.

What This Bill Does

The resolution formally recognizes and honors Pastor Cole for his leadership and contributions, including starting multiple ministries and programs and helping the church grow. It notes his role as Pastor Emeritus since December 2012 and his ongoing plans to preach and teach, and it extends best wishes for his future endeavors.

Who It Affects

• Senior Pastor Leroy R. Cole — receives formal commendation and recognition from the Alabama House for his long service and leadership.
• Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church and the New Market community — recognized for the church's outreach programs and community impact driven by Pastor Cole's leadership, with potential positive effects on community morale.

Key Provisions

• Be it resolved by the Alabama House of Representatives to commend Senior Pastor Leroy R. Cole for more than 34 years of service at Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church.
• Acknowledges the establishment of outreach ministries and programs (Male Chorus, the Brotherhood, Jail and Vision Ministries, Nurses Guild and Nurses Corps) and his role in church growth and community initiatives such as the Hopewell Experience.
• Recognizes Pastor Cole's designation as Pastor Emeritus in December 2012 and his intention to remain active in preaching and teaching, with best wishes for his future endeavors.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory