LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION honoring Pastor Mercy Philip upon the occasion of
her designation for special recognition by the Ambassador for Christ
International Outreach Ministry and Gateway World Christian Center on
Sunday, May 4, 2014

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 Pastor Mercy
Philip upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition by
the Ambassador For Christ International Outreach Ministry and Gateway
World Christian Center at its 4th Annual Pastors and Women of
Distinction Appreciation Awards Gala on Sunday, May 4, 2014, at Floral
Terrace, Floral Park, New York; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Mercy Philip is being recognized for her exemplary
work and commitment to her community, which serves to empower others;
and
WHEREAS, Born to a devout Christian family in the southern state of
Kerala, India, Pastor Mercy Philip holds a Bachelor's degree in Theology
from Freedom Theological Seminary in Rogers, Arkansas; and
WHEREAS, As Co-Pastor of Gateway World Christian Center, Pastor Mercy
Philip brings order, inner healing and deliverance to its people;
responsible for the spiritual well-being of the parish, she offers
personal and phone counseling to members of Gateway; and
WHEREAS, Serving God's people for more than 25 years, Pastor Mercy
Philip is the Event Planning Coordinator, Executive Secretary, member of
the Prayer Warrior Team, and teaches new member orientation as well as
Bible Study classes; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Pastor Mercy Philip serves as a translator of
Malayalam and English, and has conducted numerous evangelical crusades
and leadership conferences throughout the United States and India; she
is a member of the Deacon and Trustee Boards, Inspirational Ensemble, as
well as the Easter and Christmas Eve Service Program Coordinator; 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 Pastor Mercy Philip upon the occasion of her designation for
special recognition by the Ambassador For Christ International Outreach
Ministry and Gateway World Christian Center on Sunday, May 4, 2014,
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 Pastor Mercy Philip.