MEMORIAL-PASTOR BRENDA HOLDER
The resolution serves to publicly honor Pastor Holder's memory and her significant impact on many individuals and families within her congregation and the surrounding community. It reinforces the values of compassion, community service, and the role of faith leaders in lifting up their communities. While not a legislative change to state law, it encapsulates the broader recognition of the importance of spiritual and community leadership, often contributing to the social fabric of society.
SR1238 is a Senate Resolution memorializing the life and contributions of Pastor Brenda L. Holder, who passed away on October 5, 2024. The resolution pays tribute to her 25 years of service as the pastor at Praise Outreach Ministries and highlights her missionary work, which began in 1982, as well as her commissioning as an evangelist in 1990. It acknowledges her influence in the community of Carbondale and her role as a guiding light and servant leader. Throughout her life, Pastor Holder was known not only for her religious duties but also for her commitment to educating and mentoring youth in the area.
As a memorial resolution, SR1238 does not face the contentious debates typical of legislative bills; however, it reflects the state's recognition of individual contributions to community and faith. The honoring of such figures can sometimes be met with differing opinions on priorities in legislative agendas, yet the overall sentiment is one of respect and recognition for those who serve others through faith and leadership.