6160778 ACR 21-230, 90th Anniversary of Albright Memorial United Methodist Church Recognition Resolution of 2016  

  • A CEREMONIAL RESOLUTION

                                                      

    21-230

     

    IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

     

    June 7, 2016        

     

     

    To recognize Albright Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 409 Rittenhouse Street, N.W., for its contributions to the Ward 4 community, and to celebrate the church on its 90th anniversary.

     

    WHEREAS, Albright Memorial United Methodist Church is located on a site that was specifically chosen for the purpose of building a church in the Manor Park community in Ward 4;

     

    WHEREAS, on June 27, 1926, Albright Memorial United Methodist Church, which was founded on the concept of services to the community under God, held its first formal worship service under a large canvas tent with 65 people in attendance;

    WHEREAS, under the leadership of Reverend George E. Schnabel, the congregation of Albright Memorial United Methodist Church grew steadily and plans for a structure were developed;

    WHEREAS, in 1927, the cornerstone of the church was laid and the first portion of the building included educational classrooms and a social hall that are still used by the congregation today;

     

    WHEREAS, the vibrant congregation of Albright Memorial United Methodist Church is dedicated to community, service, and faith and has numerous ministries that serve residents in Ward 4 and across the District of Columbia, including the Food Pantry Mission, Clothes Donation Ministry, Prayer Ministry, and Senior Ministry;

    WHEREAS, the congregation of Albright Memorial United Methodist Church is led by Senior Pastor, Reverend Gerald Elston, an experienced faith leader who has served several communities in Washington, D.C.; and

    WHEREAS, on June 27, 2016, the Albright Memorial United Methodist Church will celebrate its 90th anniversary.

    RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, That this resolution may be cited as the “90th Anniversary of Albright Memorial United Methodist Church Recognition Resolution of 2016”.

    Sec. 2. The Council of the District of Columbia recognizes and congratulates Albright Memorial United Methodist Church, located at 409 Rittenhouse Street, N.W., on its 90th anniversary.

    Sec. 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon the first date of publication in the District of Columbia Register.