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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION 368
By Parkinson
HJR0368
005391
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A RESOLUTION to honor the memory of Pastor Ricky Floyd of
Memphis.
WHEREAS, the members of this General Assembly were greatly saddened to learn of
the untimely passing of Pastor Ricky Floyd, the founder and senior lead pastor of The Pursuit of
God Transformation Center in Memphis; and
WHEREAS, an inspirational leader, Pastor Ricky Floyd was admired throughout the
Frayser and Memphis communities for his commitment to faith, family, and service, having
brought healing and instruction to countless unions and families; and
WHEREAS, as the founder and senior lead pastor of The Pursuit of God Transformation
Center, Pastor Floyd's leadership role extended beyond his advocacy; he was truly a beacon of
hope, faith, and empowerment for countless individuals, and he devoted his life to uplifting
people, restoring families, and strengthening communities; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Floyd was an admired leader in his community and served as
founder of Salvation Revelation Ministries, Inc.; curriculum coordinator and instructor for
Manhood University; president and founder of the Husband Institute, Inc., a boys-to-men
mentoring program that aims to help young men stay on a good path; founder of the School of
Marriage Enhancement, a ministry program, which he ran alongside his wife; and president of
Eden Estates Apartments; and
WHEREAS, he was a member of several boards, including Frayser Community Schools,
Families Matter, Inc., Methodist Hospital North, and Citizen's Law Enforcement Review, which
he served as interim president; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Floyd partnered with a number of organizations, including Agape
Child and Family Services, the Methodist Congregational Health Network, the Memphis
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Christian Pastors Network, the Church Developers Network, and the Memphis Success Zone
Partnership, among various other churches and groups; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Floyd was recognized by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for his
efforts to reduce crime and violence in Memphis, and, in his endeavors to better the lives of
those in need, he purchased and refurbished a strip mall across from his church and, thus,
created jobs for young men from single-parent homes; and
WHEREAS, in addition to his leadership training, marriage seminars, conferences,
workshops, and media broadcasts, Pastor Ricky Floyd was the author of Discover the Gold
Within by Walking Your Goals Out, a workbook to help families accomplish their vision; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Floyd was also deeply devoted to his family, and he always
endeavored to remain true to family values of the highest order; and
WHEREAS, his pastoral accomplishments aside, Pastor Floyd was most grateful for the
love and support of his wife, Sheila Floyd, his children, and his granddaughters; and
WHEREAS, throughout his life, Pastor Ricky Floyd's mentorship and ministry have
uplifted families, strengthened communities, and provided unwavering support to those in need,
and his legacy will continue to reach his community and its citizens for years to come; and
WHEREAS, it is fitting that the members of this General Assembly should pause to
remember the bountiful life of this exceptional public servant and human being; now, therefore,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED
FOURTEENTH GENERA L ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF TENNESSEE, THE SENATE
CONCURRING, that we honor the memory of Pastor Ricky Floyd, reflecting fondly upon his
impeccable character and his stalwart commitment to living the examined life with courage and
conviction.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we express our sympathy and offer our condolences
to the family and friends of Pastor Floyd.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared
for presentation with this final clause omitted from such copy and upon proper request made to
the appropriate clerk, the language appearing immediately following the State seal appear
without House or Senate designation.