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HR458 • 2026

Commending Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk.

Commending Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk.

Enacted

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

Sponsor
Hayes
Last action
2026-04-24
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

The official summary and text do not provide detailed information on all contributions of the church, only general commendation.

Commending Mount Zion Baptist Church

This bill commends Mount Zion Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia, on its 130th anniversary.

What This Bill Does

  • Honors Mount Zion Baptist Church on its 130th anniversary.
  • Recognizes the church's contributions to the community through worship and outreach programs.
  • Highlights the church’s long history and dedication of its pastors and members.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to give a copy of this resolution to Mount Zion Baptist Church.

Who It Names or Affects

  • Mount Zion Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia

Terms To Know

Resolution
A formal statement by a legislative body expressing approval or disapproval of something.

Limits and Unknowns

  • This resolution is an expression of praise and does not provide any financial support.
  • The effects are symbolic, showing appreciation for the church's work but not changing laws or policies.

Bill History

  1. 2026-04-24 House

    Bill text as passed House (HR458ER)

  2. 2026-03-13 House

    Engrossed by House

  3. 2026-03-13 House

    Agreed to by House by voice vote

  4. 2026-03-12 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109538D

Official Summary Text

Commending Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk.

Current Bill Text

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Commending Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 13, 2026
WHEREAS, for 130 years, Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk has strengthened community life by providing opportunities for joyful worship, spiritual guidance, and generous outreach programs; and
WHEREAS, located in the historic Berkley section of Norfolk, Mount Zion Baptist Church was established in 1896 with the Reverend Abner Williams as its first pastor; and
WHEREAS, since that time, Mount Zion Baptist Church has enjoyed the leadership of the Reverend E.M. Lassiter, the Reverend A.B. Askew, the Reverend P.L. Harvey, the Reverend R.T. Adams, the Reverend Dr. J.M. Alexander, and the Reverend Dr. Charles Hart, who became pastor in 1975 and served the church for 42 years; and
WHEREAS, the Reverend Dr. Carl N. Sherrill was installed as the eighth pastor of Mount Zion Baptist Church on July 2, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the diverse members of the Mount Zion Baptist Church congregation come from all walks of life and are active leaders in the community, participating in mission work and providing leadership to numerous civic organizations; and
WHEREAS, Mount Zion Baptist Church maintains 31 ministries to meet the needs of the congregation, support worthy causes, and serve those in need throughout Norfolk; and
WHEREAS, over the course of its history, Mount Zion Baptist Church has served as a beacon of hope and fellowship, helping generations of congregants grow in faith while greatly enhancing the quality of life in the wider community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk hereby be commended on the occasion of its 130th anniversary; and, be it
RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Mount Zion Baptist Church of Norfolk as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for the church's long legacy of service to the Norfolk community.