LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Rev. Nancy J. Bernacet upon the occasion
of her 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 Rev. Nancy J.
Bernacet upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition 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, Rev. Nancy J. Bernacet is being recognized for her dedicated
work within the Haitian and American communities; and
WHEREAS, Precious Pearl Ministry, founded on September 18, 1998, is a
ministry with a profound history which has made great strides to bring
about restoration, healing and wholeness in the lives of many women; and
WHEREAS, Rev. Bernacet has done extensive work in the Bronx community
as a crisis counselor and on the domestic violence hotline; her training
has been provided by the Safe Horizon Connect and Woman of Substance
ministries; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Nancy Bernacet earned a degree in theology and is an
activist Christian Pastor and the founding Executive Director of the New
York City based Precious Pearls Ministries; 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 Rev. Nancy J. Bernacet upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Ambassador For Christ International Outreach
Ministry on September 1, 2013, noting her unremitting and compassionate
faith and her exemplary service to God, man, and her community; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Rev. Nancy J. Bernacet.