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| 2 | 2 | | House Resolution 437 |
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| 3 | 3 | | By: Representatives Williams of the 168 |
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| 5 | 5 | | , Howard of the 129 |
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| 7 | 7 | | , Jackson of the 165 |
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| 10 | 10 | | Hugley of the 141 |
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| 13 | 13 | | A RESOLUTION |
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| 14 | 14 | | Commending and congratulating Reverend Hermon Scott for over 20 years of dedicated |
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| 16 | 16 | | service as President of the Liberty County Emancipation Proclamation Committee; and for2 |
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| 17 | 17 | | other purposes.3 |
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| 18 | 18 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Hermon Scott has devoted his life to the service of God, his country,4 |
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| 19 | 19 | | and his community, exemplifying the highest standards of faith, leadership, and dedication;5 |
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| 20 | 20 | | and6 |
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| 21 | 21 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's journey of service began on May 23, 1976, when he was7 |
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| 22 | 22 | | licensed to preach the Gospel by the Salem Baptist Church in Louisville, Alabama. From that8 |
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| 23 | 23 | | moment, Reverend Scott set forth on a path that would lead him to impact lives across the9 |
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| 24 | 24 | | nation and around the world, touching hearts, guiding souls, and serving communities with10 |
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| 25 | 25 | | a profound commitment to the Word of God; and11 |
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| 26 | 26 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's career, both in ministry and in the military, reflects a12 |
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| 27 | 27 | | remarkable blend of spiritual leadership and a deep commitment to public service. His years13 |
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| 28 | 28 | | in the Army saw him stationed in Alaska, Germany, and Alabama, where he not only served14 |
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| 29 | 29 | | as a military officer but also grew as a preacher, teacher, and pastor. His ordination as a15 |
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| 30 | 30 | | Baptist Minister in 1980, under the leadership of William B. Lyons, was just the beginning16 |
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| 31 | 31 | | H. R. 437 |
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| 33 | 33 | | of a distinguished ministry that would flourish across multiple continents and impact |
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| 35 | 35 | | countless lives; and18 |
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| 36 | 36 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's leadership has been evident in every role he has undertaken,19 |
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| 37 | 37 | | whether as Interim Pastor, Assistant Pastor, or as the beloved pastor of the Baconton20 |
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| 38 | 38 | | Missionary Baptist Church, a role he has held since 1997. His ability to minister with21 |
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| 39 | 39 | | compassion, wisdom, and humility has made him a pillar of spiritual guidance both in his22 |
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| 40 | 40 | | church and in the broader community. His contributions to the Liberty County community,23 |
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| 41 | 41 | | especially his leadership with the Liberty County Emancipation Proclamation Committee,24 |
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| 42 | 42 | | are unparalleled; and25 |
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| 43 | 43 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott has been an unyielding advocate for justice, equality, and26 |
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| 44 | 44 | | service. His membership in organizations such as the NAACP, Liberty County United27 |
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| 45 | 45 | | Ministerial Alliance, and the Diversity Health Center Inc. as well as his work as the First28 |
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| 46 | 46 | | President of the Liberty County Homeless Coalition Inc. showcase his commitment to29 |
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| 47 | 47 | | improving the lives of those in need. His leadership in the Manna House of Liberty County30 |
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| 48 | 48 | | and as a chaplain with the Long County Sheriff's Office further highlights his service to the31 |
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| 49 | 49 | | community; and32 |
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| 50 | 50 | | WHEREAS, his appointment as Moderator of the Zion Missionary Baptist Association Inc.33 |
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| 51 | 51 | | and his leadership within the GMBC of Georgia First District speak to the trust and respect34 |
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| 52 | 52 | | that his fellow clergy and community leaders have in him. Reverend Scott has not only been35 |
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| 53 | 53 | | a spiritual guide but also a mentor and leader to many, always striving to elevate others in36 |
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| 54 | 54 | | their faith and service to God; and37 |
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| 55 | 55 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's academic achievements, including his Bachelor of Science38 |
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| 56 | 56 | | from Austin Peay State University, his Master of Ministry, and his Doctor of Theology from39 |
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| 59 | 59 | | Andersonville Theological Seminary, demonstrate his lifelong commitment to personal |
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| 61 | 61 | | growth, spiritual education, and excellence in ministry; and41 |
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| 62 | 62 | | WHEREAS, as President of the Liberty County Emancipation Proclamation Committee for42 |
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| 63 | 63 | | over 20 years, Reverend Scott's leadership has been transformative. Under his direction, the43 |
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| 64 | 64 | | committee has celebrated the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation with reverence44 |
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| 65 | 65 | | and enthusiasm, fostering unity, pride, and a deeper understanding of history within the45 |
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| 66 | 66 | | community. His efforts have strengthened the bonds of the community, ensuring that the46 |
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| 67 | 67 | | legacy of freedom and emancipation is preserved for future generations; and47 |
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| 68 | 68 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's dedication to his family, especially his wife, Pamela M.48 |
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| 69 | 69 | | Taylor, and their five children and grandchildren, is a testament to the love and care he shows49 |
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| 70 | 70 | | both his family and his congregation. His role as a husband, father, and grandfather mirrors50 |
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| 71 | 71 | | his leadership in ministry, grounded in faith, love, and a commitment to uplifting those51 |
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| 72 | 72 | | around him; and52 |
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| 73 | 73 | | WHEREAS, Reverend Scott's recognition as the "2019 Best Pastor" and Baconton53 |
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| 74 | 74 | | Missionary Baptist Church's acknowledgment as the "2019 Best Church" in Liberty County54 |
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| 75 | 75 | | are reflections of his tireless work, humility, and unwavering dedication to serving his church55 |
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| 76 | 76 | | and community with excellence.56 |
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| 77 | 77 | | NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that,57 |
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| 78 | 78 | | with heartfelt gratitude and admiration, the members of this body recognize Reverend58 |
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| 79 | 79 | | Hermon Scott for his exceptional leadership, unwavering commitment, and tireless59 |
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| 80 | 80 | | dedication to the betterment of Liberty County and its citizens. His service as President of60 |
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| 81 | 81 | | the Liberty County Emancipation Proclamation Committee for over 20 years has been61 |
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| 82 | 82 | | nothing short of inspiring, and we are forever grateful for the profound impact he has made62 |
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| 85 | 85 | | on our community. We commend and congratulate him for his outstanding contributions, and |
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| 87 | 87 | | we pray for continued blessings in all his endeavors.64 |
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| 88 | 88 | | BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized65 |
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| 89 | 89 | | and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to66 |
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| 90 | 90 | | Reverend Hermon Scott.67 |
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