LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending The Reverend Terry Lee upon the occa-
sion of his designation for special recognition

WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in
this noble Empire State is nourished and fulfilled through the faithful
concern and selfless devotion of those who would commit their energies
and purpose to the ministry of others; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to bring full recog-
nition and just tribute to those individuals who distinguish themselves
and the ministry through their unremitting commitment and preeminence of
service; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body is justly proud to commend The Reverend
Terry Lee upon the occasion of his designation for special recognition,
to be celebrated on Friday, January 15, 2010, at the Liberty Hall Cathe-
dral Banquet Room in Brooklyn, New York; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Terry Lee was born and raised in Cowley, Jamaica; he
moved to New York in 1989, and for almost two decades, his "Church on
Wheels" has been traveling all throughout New York City teaching and
spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ to many; and
WHEREAS, The Church on Wheels is a household "moving landmark"
throughout Brooklyn which helps create spiritual awareness and comfort
rescues through many programs, including the I.R.T.C. program; and
WHEREAS, An active resident of the Brooklyn community, Reverend Lee
provides spiritual guidance to many families and individuals; he is also
a member of the Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and
currently serves as member of Community Board 17, Borough of Brooklyn
Ecumenical Advisory Group, and Churches United to save and heal; and
WHEREAS, In 1994 Reverend Lee opened Byways and Hedges Youth For
Christ Ministry, Inc.; since its beginning, the church's teaching and
practice of love and compassion has culminated into a large congregation
throughout Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Lee has brought to his ministry an overwhelming
spirit of charity and compassion, acting from vision and enlightenment
in conducting his administrative and spiritual duties, while always
displaying the highest standards of personal and professional integrity
and dedication; and
WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God has always given enlightenment,
guidance and wisdom to the many entrusted to his care and has adminis-
tered abundantly and unstintingly to the spiritual and corporal needs of
all; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Lee is a man of integrity, dedication, and commit-
ment, and as a result, is worthy of this great honor; he has worked
tirelessly and has committed, not only to his congregation, but to the
social needs and development of the community at large; and
WHEREAS, With Reverend Lee throughout has been his wife, Joyce, who
feels privileged to be a part of his life and rejoices in his achieve-
ments; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when a person
of such noble aims and accomplishments is brought to our attention it is
appropriate to publicly and jubilantly proclaim and commend that indi-
vidual for the edification of others; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend The Reverend Terry Lee upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition, noting his unremitting and compassionate faith and
his exemplary service to God, man, and his community, and extending to
him the heartfelt best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of
purposeful success and well-being; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to The Reverend Terry Lee.