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HR101 • 2026

Commending the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley.

Commending the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley.

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Enacted

This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Cole, J.G.
Last action
2026-04-16
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official bill text does not specify that a physical copy of the resolution will be presented, only that it is prepared by the Clerk of the House of Delegates.

Commending Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley

This bill commends Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley for her long-term service and achievements in both religious and community leadership roles.

What This Bill Does

  • Commends Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley for her contributions to the Greater Fredericksburg community.
  • Recognizes her extensive work at Mount Zion Baptist Church as first lady, associate minister, and director of Christian Education Ministry.
  • Acknowledges her leadership roles in various associations and organizations related to faith and ministry.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley
  • The community of Greater Fredericksburg, Virginia

Terms To Know

Commendation
An official statement that praises someone for their achievements or contributions.
Resolution
A formal expression of opinion or intention made by a legislative body, such as the House of Delegates.

Limits and Unknowns

  • The bill does not provide financial support or change any laws.
  • It is an honorary resolution and has no legal impact beyond recognizing Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley's contributions.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-16 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR101ER)

  2. 2026-02-16 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-02-16 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-02-10 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26105638D

Official Summary Text

Commending the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 16, 2026
WHEREAS, the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley, the first lady and associate minister of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Spotsylvania County, has greatly served the Greater Fredericksburg community for many years; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley graduated from the former Walker–Grant High School in Fredericksburg before earning an associate degree in business administration from Strayer University; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley devoted 30 years of service to the former Virginia Bell Atlantic, working tirelessly to help the company succeed and to ensure its customers' satisfaction; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley obtained a bachelor's degree in theology, master's degree in Christian education, and doctoral degree from what is today the Cornerstone College and Seminary, and she was ordained into the Gospel Ministry on September 24, 2016; and
WHEREAS, in addition to serving as first lady and associate minister at Mount Zion Baptist Church alongside her husband and senior pastor, the Reverend Dr. Charles Wormley, Patricia Wormley also guides the congregation as director of the Christian Education Ministry and spiritual advisor to the Adult Choir, the Youth Department, the Young at Heart Ministry, the Missionary Ministry, and the Women's Ministry; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley made history as the first woman to serve as the second vice moderator of the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association (WBRBA); she has also served as the president of the Women's Auxiliary of the WBRBA, the Wayland Blue Ridge Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows, Inc., the Virginia Association of Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows, Inc., and the Mattaponi Baptist Association of Virginia's Women's Missionary and Education Convention; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley has served in a number of vital roles overseeing the finances and management of the Northeast Region of the International Association of Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows, Inc., and the International Association of Ministers' Wives and Ministers' Widows, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, as a testament to her exemplary faith leadership, Patricia Wormley was presented an honorary doctoral degree from Eastern Theological Seminary; and
WHEREAS, Patricia Wormley's indefatigable efforts have helped many individuals grow stronger in their faith, helping them to find success and greater purpose in their lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley hereby be commended for her legacy of service; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Reverend Dr. Patricia Smith Wormley as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for her contributions to the Commonwealth.