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Honoring the Reverend Jerry D. Black on the occasion of his tenth anniversary; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Reverend Jerry D. Black is the esteemed pastor of the Beulah Missionary Baptist Church in Decatur, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Black has led the Beulah Missionary Baptist Church for the past ten years and has served his congregation and the community at large with unsurpassed distinction; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Black has been a tremendous spiritual leader and a steadfast source of understanding throughout his distinguished tenure with this great church; and

WHEREAS, his compassionate guidance, outstanding leadership, and unwavering commitment to Christian ideals serve as a model for others and has inspired changes in the lives of many; and

WHEREAS, he has devoted his talent and energy to the community and charitably fulfilled the needs of many, both within and outside the church, and his many contributions deserve recognition and honor.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor and commend the Reverend Jerry D. Black for a distinguished career of service to God and to his fellow man, congratulate him on his tenth anniversary celebration, and convey to him their respect and appreciation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Reverend Jerry D. Black.