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S. 853

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Senate Resolution
Sponsors: Senator Moore
Document Path: l:\council\bills\nbd\12085ac04.doc

Introduced in the Senate on January 22, 2004
Adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2004

Summary: Preacher William Talbert Reese, III

HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

     Date      Body   Action Description with journal page number
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   1/22/2004  Senate  Introduced and adopted SJ-11

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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL

1/22/2004

TO RECOGNIZE PREACHER WILLIAM "BILL" TALBERT REESE III, ON HIS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY AS PASTOR OF LAKESIDE BAPTIST CHURCH IN AIKEN COUNTY AND TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE AND OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP.

Whereas, it is with great pleasure that we recognize South Carolinians who are dedicated to giving their time and energy to helping build a sense of togetherness and faith among the people of their communities; and

Whereas, it is appropriate to recognize the great achievements of people who selflessly work towards making their community, as well as this State, a better place and to commend those individuals who have continuously served as pillars of the community; and

Whereas, on March 21, 2004, Preacher William "Bill" Talbert Reese III will celebrate fifty years as Pastor of the Lakeside Baptist Church in Aiken County; and

Whereas, as pastor of Lakeside Baptist Church Preacher "Bill" is beloved and admired by his congregation, where he has been an exemplary role model, wise counsel, and compassionate leader for these past fifty years; and

Whereas, born April 16, 1932 to W. T. Reese and Macy Avertt Reese in Wrens, Georgia, Preacher Bill received a call to the Gospel ministry in 1951, and he began his first pastorate in 1952 at Hollow Creek Baptist Church where he stayed until 1954; and

Whereas, after completing his academic training at Bob Jones University, Preacher Bill continued to build upon his knowledge of the Bible through personal study and travel to Israel; and

Whereas, in 1954, Preacher Bill founded Piney Heights Baptist Church, now known as Lakeside Baptist Church, and throughout the past fifty years, Preacher Bill has led the church through building programs, a complete relocation, and a surge in membership growth; and

Whereas, fearlessly defending the faith that was once delivered to the saints, Preacher Bill's stand for the King James Bible has influenced many pastors throughout the nation, and his clarity of the doctrine has prepared many preachers who have been called from his own congregation; and

Whereas, Lakeside Baptist Church has had a strong youth program and purchased and developed a youth camp that was operated by the church, during which time many children and teenagers made life's greatest decision for Christ and Christian work; and

Whereas, along with being a pioneer in the use of radio and television programs, Preacher Bill also has led numerous missionary projects, including the funding and building of churches and schools on foreign soils; and

Whereas, under Preacher Bill's leadership, Lakeside Baptist Church has purchased a print shop in Russia for printing Bibles and has translated the Bible and Christian literature into various languages in order to effectively distribute the word of God; and

Whereas, in addition, his calling as pastor, Preacher Bill also communes with God and nature through his love of farming, fishing, hunting, and sports; and

Whereas, the Holy Scripture states, "He that winneth souls is wise," and Preacher Bill Reese has attained unparalleled stature not only in his own congregation, but also in the greater community of Christ, as many have been won to the Lord by his powerful preaching and faithful witness. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize Preacher William "Bill" Talbert Reese III, on his fiftieth anniversary, March 21, 2004, as Pastor of Lakeside Baptist Church in Aiken County and commend him for his extraordinary service and outstanding leadership.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Preacher William "Bill" Talbert Reese III.

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