LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes upon the
occasion of his designation for special recognition by the Ambassador
For Christ International Outreach Ministry on September 1, 2013

WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life in
this noble Empire State are 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 honor Reverend Dr.
Michael Jakes upon the occasion of his designation for special recogni-
tion by the Ambassador For Christ International Outreach Ministry at its
3rd Annual Pastors Appreciation Gala Dinner, to be held on Sunday,
September 1, 2013, at the Astoria World Manor, Astoria, New York; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes is being recognized for his dedi-
cated work within the Haitian and the American communities; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes was born and raised in Brooklyn,
New York, where he still resides with his wife of 33 years; he holds a
Master of Theology degree, as well as an honorary doctorate in Sacred
Letters; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes is a Pastor at La Piscine de
Bethesda Haitian Community Church; his work includes the Upper Room
School of Ministry, which he founded in 2010, weekly Bible Study, and,
along with his wife, youth education, which includes a Vacation Bible
School, Sunday School and overseeing the Youth Departments; 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
honor Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes upon the occasion of his designation
for special recognition by the Ambassador For Christ International
Outreach Ministry, noting his unremitting and compassionate faith and
his exemplary service to God, man, and his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Reverend Dr. Michael Jakes.