LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Church
of the Ascension of Rockville Centre, New York, to be celebrated on May
23, 2010

WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and
educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development
of the moral fabric of a responsible citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is the tradition of this State and this Nation to pay
tribute to those institutions and individuals who have contributed to
the ethical and spiritual values of their communities; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body takes pleasure in commemorating the
125th Anniversary of the Church of the Ascension of Rockville Centre,
New York, on May 23, 2010; to celebrate this auspicious event, the day
will begin with the original Morning Prayer Service, followed by a
program presented by Mayor Mary Bossart on the history of tea, and
concluding with an Afternoon Tea, hosted by the members of the Church;
and
WHEREAS, The Church of the Ascension stands on the threshold of tomor-
row, prepared to meet the challenges of the coming decades while retain-
ing that spiritual resolve which characterizes its past; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of
enduring religious institutions and to bring such institutions to the
attention of the people of this Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the Church of the Ascension of
Rockville Centre, New York, to be observed on May 23, 2010, fully confi-
dent that this commemoration reflects the belief in those values which
enhance the dignity and purpose of life; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Church of the Ascension of Rockville Centre, New York.