LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Reverend Erilia Ravin 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 Reverend
Erilia Ravin upon the occasion of her 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 Erilia Ravin is being recognized for her dedicated
work within the Haitian and the American communities; and
WHEREAS, Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Reverend Erilia Ravin dili-
gently served as President of the Women's Ministries at Ebenezer Church
in Brooklyn, New York, from 1990 until 2004; she earned her Bachelor of
Theology degree from The International Theological Seminary of Califor-
nia; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Erilia Ravin is the founder and Senior Pastor of
L'Eglise Bonne Esperance De La Foi Temple Rendezvous De Jesus Christ,
Inc. in Brooklyn, New York; with her throughout have been her loving
husband, Macenol, and their five beautiful children, Mildouille, Jaque-
line, Mareol, Clinton and Moneque, all of whom feel privileged to be a
part of her life and rejoice in her achievements; 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 Erilia Ravin 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 Reverend Erilia Ravin.