LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 230th Anniversary of The Sear-
ing-Roslyn United Methodist Church on April 19, 2015

WHEREAS, Religious institutions, and the many spiritual, social and
educational benefits they confer, play a vital role in the development
of the moral fabric of a responsible citizenry; and
WHEREAS, It is the tradition of this State and Nation to pay tribute
to those institutions and individuals who have contributed to the
ethical and spiritual values of their communities; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 230th Anniversary of The Searing-Roslyn United Methodist
Church on Sunday, April 19, 2015; and
WHEREAS, In honor of this auspicious occasion, Bishop Jane Allen
Middleton, Resident Bishop of the New York Area, delivered the message
of the day; and
WHEREAS, Established in 1785, The Searing-Roslyn United Methodist
Church has a long and distinguished history of service to its community;
and
WHEREAS, Throughout the years, this remarkable family oriented-church
has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing a comfortable,
welcoming environment for its members; and
WHEREAS, Today, The Searing-Roslyn United Methodist Church continues
to embody the traditions of its founders as it strives to grow spiritu-
ally, and offer outreach to the community; and
WHEREAS, Under the luminous guidance of Pastor Charlie Yun, The Sear-
ing-Roslyn United Methodist Church stands on the threshold of tomorrow,
prepared to meet the challenges of the coming decades while retaining
that spiritual resolve which characterizes its distinguished past; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to take note of
enduring religious institutions and to bring such institutions to the
attention of the people of this Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
proudly commemorate the 230th Anniversary of The Searing-Roslyn United
Methodist Church celebrated on Sunday, April 19, 2015; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Pastor Charlie Yun, The Searing-Roslyn United Methodist
Church.