| 1 | 1 | | South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026 |
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| 3 | 3 | | Bill 4379 |
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| 5 | 5 | | Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter |
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| 7 | 7 | | (Text matches printed bills. Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) |
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| 9 | 9 | | A house RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR BISHOP DAVID W. GLEASON AND FIRST LADY CELINA GLEASON, FOUNDERS OF THE APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER IN MANNING, FOR THEIR SELFLESS AND COMPASSIONATE SERVICE TO THE MANNING COMMUNITY AND BEYOND AND FOR FOLLOWING THEIR DIVINE CALLING WHICH HAS MINISTERED TO SO MANY. Whereas, in 1990 in Anderson, David Gleason was a sheriff's deputy in Anderson County when he met Celina who worked in an attorney's office. She invited him to church, and God began to work on both of their hearts, marking the start of a transformative journey led by faith and purpose; and Whereas, in 1994, Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason answered a divine calling that led them from Anderson to the heart of Manning. Compelled by a burden for souls and a vision to see lives transformed by the power of God, they stepped out in faith and planted what would become the Apostolic Revival Center (the ARC) of Manning; and Whereas, they began their ministry in a modest trailer, and through years of tireless labor and unwavering commitment, it has grown into a thriving ministry and a pillar in the community for the last thirty years, the ARC of Manning. Their congregation now enjoys a beautiful place of worship, thanks to the Gleasons' journey of perseverance, faith, and a deep love for people; and Whereas, for over thirty-five years, Bishop and First Lady Gleason have devoted their lives, not only to pastoring, but also to active service to the greater Clarendon County community in a ministry that has always extended beyond the pulpit. Their outreach has been both consistent and compassionate, from providing aid during natural disasters like hurricanes to distributing food and essential supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic and building wheelchair ramps for elderly and disabled residents; and Whereas, Bishop Gleason served with distinction on the South Carolina District Board of the United Pentecostal Church International, where he held positions in the district for over sixteen years before retiring in 2019 as secretary for the State of South Carolina. He served as chaplain for the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department from 2013 to 2015. His leadership on both local and statewide levels has been marked by integrity, vision, and a heart for kingdom work; and Whereas, First Lady Celina Gleason has served the community in multiple professional roles over the years, including as a victims' advocate for the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department, a certified mediator, and a licensed realtor for the State of South Carolina. She continues to impact lives as a lead senior advocate with Cigna Healthcare, where she assists and advocates for thousands of individuals in need of quality healthcare support. Her compassion, professionalism, and faith-based approach have earned her the respect and admiration of both clients and colleagues; and Whereas, wed in 1990, the Gleasons reared three fine children: David W. Gleason Jr., Hali Megan Gleason Lighthill, and Andrew Seth Gleason. Their children have blessed them with the affection of three loving grandchildren: Wyatt Gleason, Asher Lighthill, and Nathan Gleason, and another on the way; and Whereas, the Gleasons have become known, not only as spiritual leaders, but also as pillars of strength, compassion, and unity within the region. Their lives have been a living testimony of what it means to serve with humility and lead with purpose; and Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to commend David and Celina Gleason for their thirty-five years of faithful and obedient service to their Lord. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason, founders of the Apostolic Revival Center in Manning, for their selfless and compassionate service to the Manning community and beyond and for following their divine calling which has ministered to so many. Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason. ----XX---- |
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| 11 | 11 | | A house RESOLUTION |
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| 13 | 13 | | TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR BISHOP DAVID W. GLEASON AND FIRST LADY CELINA GLEASON, FOUNDERS OF THE APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER IN MANNING, FOR THEIR SELFLESS AND COMPASSIONATE SERVICE TO THE MANNING COMMUNITY AND BEYOND AND FOR FOLLOWING THEIR DIVINE CALLING WHICH HAS MINISTERED TO SO MANY. |
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| 15 | 15 | | Whereas, in 1990 in Anderson, David Gleason was a sheriff's deputy in Anderson County when he met Celina who worked in an attorney's office. She invited him to church, and God began to work on both of their hearts, marking the start of a transformative journey led by faith and purpose; and |
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| 17 | 17 | | Whereas, in 1994, Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason answered a divine calling that led them from Anderson to the heart of Manning. Compelled by a burden for souls and a vision to see lives transformed by the power of God, they stepped out in faith and planted what would become the Apostolic Revival Center (the ARC) of Manning; and |
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| 19 | 19 | | Whereas, they began their ministry in a modest trailer, and through years of tireless labor and unwavering commitment, it has grown into a thriving ministry and a pillar in the community for the last thirty years, the ARC of Manning. Their congregation now enjoys a beautiful place of worship, thanks to the Gleasons' journey of perseverance, faith, and a deep love for people; and |
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| 21 | 21 | | Whereas, for over thirty-five years, Bishop and First Lady Gleason have devoted their lives, not only to pastoring, but also to active service to the greater Clarendon County community in a ministry that has always extended beyond the pulpit. Their outreach has been both consistent and compassionate, from providing aid during natural disasters like hurricanes to distributing food and essential supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic and building wheelchair ramps for elderly and disabled residents; and |
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| 23 | 23 | | Whereas, Bishop Gleason served with distinction on the South Carolina District Board of the United Pentecostal Church International, where he held positions in the district for over sixteen years before retiring in 2019 as secretary for the State of South Carolina. He served as chaplain for the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department from 2013 to 2015. His leadership on both local and statewide levels has been marked by integrity, vision, and a heart for kingdom work; and |
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| 25 | 25 | | Whereas, First Lady Celina Gleason has served the community in multiple professional roles over the years, including as a victims' advocate for the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department, a certified mediator, and a licensed realtor for the State of South Carolina. She continues to impact lives as a lead senior advocate with Cigna Healthcare, where she assists and advocates for thousands of individuals in need of quality healthcare support. Her compassion, professionalism, and faith-based approach have earned her the respect and admiration of both clients and colleagues; and |
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| 27 | 27 | | Whereas, wed in 1990, the Gleasons reared three fine children: David W. Gleason Jr., Hali Megan Gleason Lighthill, and Andrew Seth Gleason. Their children have blessed them with the affection of three loving grandchildren: Wyatt Gleason, Asher Lighthill, and Nathan Gleason, and another on the way; and |
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| 29 | 29 | | Whereas, the Gleasons have become known, not only as spiritual leaders, but also as pillars of strength, compassion, and unity within the region. Their lives have been a living testimony of what it means to serve with humility and lead with purpose; and |
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| 31 | 31 | | Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to commend David and Celina Gleason for their thirty-five years of faithful and obedient service to their Lord. Now, therefore, |
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| 33 | 33 | | Be it resolved by the House of Representatives: |
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| 35 | 35 | | That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason, founders of the Apostolic Revival Center in Manning, for their selfless and compassionate service to the Manning community and beyond and for following their divine calling which has ministered to so many. |
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| 37 | 37 | | Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason. |
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| 41 | 41 | | This web page was last updated on April 23, 2025 at 02:01 PM |
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