Senate Resolution No. 314

BY: Senator KENNEDY

COMMENDING Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns upon the
occasion of celebrating his 30th Anniversary

WHEREAS, The character and richness of religious and community life
in this noble Empire State is 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 custom of this Legislative Body to bring full
recognition 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 commend Reverend
Dr. Robert Stearns upon the occasion of celebrating his 30th
Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns is a globally recognized
leader, cultural strategist and a widely published author, who often
serves as a teacher, counselor, and confidant to those who seek his
knowledge, wisdom, and compassion; and

WHEREAS, This distinguished man of God is the Founder and Executive
Director of Eagles' Wings, a dynamic ministry involved in strategic
projects around the world, known for its work in developing leaders,
humanitarian outreach, and building bridges of relationship and
cooperation across communities through its many initiatives; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns has spent his life cultivating
understanding and leadership, ministering in 30 different nations,
influencing the lives of everyone in his path, from world leaders to the
members of the full gospel tabernacle; and

WHEREAS, Motivated by his passion and commitment to spirituality,
education and improving the lives of others, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns
is truly a role model to many and inspires everyone he meets; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns has brought to his ministry an
overwhelming spirit of charity and compassion, acting from vision and
enlightenment in conducting his administrative and spiritual duties,
while always displaying the highest standards of personal and
professional integrity and dedication; and

WHEREAS, He has always given enlightenment, guidance and wisdom to
the many entrusted to his care and has administered abundantly and
unstintingly to the spiritual and corporal needs of all; 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
individual for the edification of others; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns upon the occasion of celebrating his
30th Anniversary, noting his unremitting and compassionate faith and his
exemplary service to God, man, and his community, and extending to him
the heartfelt best wishes of this Legislative Body for a future of
purposeful success and well-being; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Reverend Dr. Robert Stearns.