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HR260 • 2026

Commending the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Commending the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

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Enacted

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

Sponsor
Carroll
Last action
2026-04-20
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official source does not specify any impact on people other than those directly involved with the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Commending the Ebenezer United Methodist Church

This bill commends the Ebenezer United Methodist Church in Stafford County, Virginia, for its long history of service and community support.

What This Bill Does

  • Says that the House of Delegates wants to commend the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.
  • Reminds everyone about the church's long history, starting in 1856.
  • Talks about how the church has helped people through food and education programs.
  • Tells the Clerk to give a copy of this bill to the church as a thank you.

Who It Names or Affects

  • The Ebenezer United Methodist Church

Terms To Know

House of Delegates
A group that makes laws for the state of Virginia.
Clerk
An official who keeps records and helps with paperwork in government offices.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This bill does not change any rules or give money; it is just a message of praise.
  • The bill only talks about the church's past, not what they do now.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-20 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR260ER)

  2. 2026-03-09 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-03-09 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-03-04 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26108768D

Official Summary Text

Commending the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Current Bill Text

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Commending the Ebenezer United Methodist Church.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
WHEREAS, for 170 years, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church in Stafford County has provided its congregation with uplifting spiritual guidance, joyful occasions for worship and fellowship, and meaningful opportunities for charitable outreach; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1856, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church was one of the first Methodist congregations in the Stafford County area; and
WHEREAS, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church's first church building was located in North Stafford at what is today the intersection of Onville Road and Ebenezer Church Road; this building survived the Civil War to serve the congregation for more than 135 years before the church relocated to its present building on Embrey Mill Road; and
WHEREAS, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church has been led over the years by a distinguished line of faith leaders, including its current pastors, Emily Moore-Diamond and Jeff Harrison; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Ebenezer United Methodist Church give generously of their time to support the community through various endeavors, including food assistance initiatives, educational programs for young people, and mission trips around the world; and
WHEREAS, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church supports a number of missions and ministries to encourage its members to grow in their faith and to make a difference in the lives of others; and
WHEREAS, as a beacon of love, faith, and hope in Stafford County for the past 170 years, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church has made a profound and lasting impact on countless lives; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That the Ebenezer United Methodist Church hereby be commended for its legacy of service on the occasion of its 170th anniversary; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the Ebenezer United Methodist Church as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the organization's contributions to Stafford County and the Commonwealth.