LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Reverend Benal Bermingham upon the occa-
sion 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 Benal
Bermingham upon the occasion of his 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, Reverend Benal Bermingham is being recognized for his dedi-
cated work within the Haitian and American communities; and
WHEREAS, Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Reverend Benal Bermingham
migrated to the United States in 1997, and settled in Queens, New York;
an itinerant preacher since 1998, he has also served as Youth leader at
Gospel Crusade Church in Brooklyn; and
WHEREAS, Academically, Reverend Benal Bermingham most recently
obtained a degree in photography from Ashford University, where he is
pursuing degrees in health management and web design; in addition, he
plans to earn a Master of Divinity and eventually a Doctorate in the
Ministry in Theology; and
WHEREAS, With him throughout have been his wife, Eunice, and their
children Beniah, Elijah, Beunisah, and Eulyanah, all of whom feel privi-
leged to be a part of his life and rejoice in his 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 Benal Bermingham upon the occasion of his designation for
special recognition by the Ambassador For Christ International Outreach
Ministry on September 1, 2013, 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 Benal Bermingham.