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HR116 • 2026

Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

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Sponsor
Tim Barhorst
Last action
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As Adopted by the House
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Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

What This Bill Does

  • Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

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Bill History

  1. Ohio Legislature

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  2. Ohio Legislature

    As Adopted by the House

Official Summary Text

Honoring Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

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As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session

H. R. No. 116

2025-2026

Representative
Barhorst

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring
Sidney First Methodist Church on its Bicentennial.

WHEREAS,
The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General
Assembly of Ohio are pleased to congratulate Sidney First Methodist
Church on the auspicious occasion of its Two Hundredth Anniversary;
and

WHEREAS,
Recognition of this significant milestone is a fitting tribute to
Sidney First Methodist Church, for over the past two centuries, it
has attained a praiseworthy record of service. The achievements of
this fine house of worship are a justifiable source of pride and an
excellent reflection not only on the church itself but also on its
devoted leaders, on its proud members, and on the Sidney community;
and

WHEREAS,
The source of many social, religious, and humanitarian projects and
programs, Sidney First Methodist Church has enhanced the quality of
life in the area since its inception in 1825, and its generous
contributions have earned it the gratitude and respect of the many
citizens it has so capably served. We are certain that in the years
to come, the church will maintain the tradition of spiritual
enlightenment that has long been its hallmark; and

WHEREAS,
The members of Sidney First Methodist Church have long been actively
involved in, and concerned about, the events in their community, and
this celebration offers them a unique opportunity to share their
memories and to reflect on the benefits of life in their close-knit
community. The congregation can, indeed, be proud of their church,
for they have built on the best traditions of the past to ensure a
peaceful and robust future; therefore be it

RESOLVED,
That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th
General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Sidney
First Methodist Church on its Two Hundredth Anniversary and extend
best wishes for continued growth and prosperity; and be it further

RESOLVED,
That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly
authenticated copy of this Resolution to Sidney First Methodist
Church.