A house RESOLUTION

 

to recognize and honor Bishop Dr. Floyd A. Knowlin of Georgetown County and to congratulate him for fifty years of meaningful ministry and service to his congregation and community.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to learn that Bishop Dr. Floyd A. Knowlin, will celebrate fifty years of ministry this month; and

 

Whereas, Bishop Knowlin was born to the late John and Lizzie Duncan Knowlin, and one of seventeen children.  He was later blessed with an adoptive mother, Momma Queen E. Harris; and

 

Whereas, at the tender age of thirteen, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior, and in 1976, he was ordained into the ministry; and

 

Whereas, Bishop Knowlin is a graduate of Andrews High School and holds advanced theological degrees from Nicholas Theological Seminary School, Cathedral Bible College, and Berean Bible Institute.  In 2010, he was consecrated as a Bishop of the Lord's Church, leading with unwavering faith; and

 

Whereas, after serving seven years in the AME denomination, Bishop Knowlin established the Lighthouse of Jesus Christ Independent Non-Denominational Church, fulfilling a God-given vision. In 2007, this vision came to life with the completion of a twenty-six thousand square foot sanctuary which sits on seven acres of land located in Georgetown, a space that serves as a beacon of hope and faith; and

 

Whereas, known for his humility and servant's heart, Bishop Knowlin has received numerous accolades, including the Citizens Award, recognition from the Georgetown Alumni Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and he was the first minister in Georgetown to be inducted into the Live Five Hall of Fame.  He has shared the stage with gospel icons, such as Pastor Shirley Ceasar, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, and Bishop Marvin Sapp, leaving an indelible mark in ministry and music; and

 

Whereas, in 1980, Bishop Knowlin married the love of his life, Mildred Grayson, and this union was blessed with two wonderful children, Antonio and Alexia.  They also have a daughter-in-law, Shiquanna, two granddaughters, Lyondon Grace, and Bella Mil'Lea, and one grandson, Messiah Tytron.  Together with his magnificent wife, they serve as spiritual parents to many other children within the congregation as well as the surrounding communities; and

 

Whereas, Bishop Knowlin is a pillar of strength, a mentor to many, and a shining example of living in service to God and others; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives greatly appreciate the ministry of Bishop Knowlin and his service to Lighthouse of Jesus Christ Independent Non-Denominational Church and the community, and wish him continued happiness in his ongoing steadfast ministry.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Bishop Dr. Floyd A. Knowlin of Georgetown County and congratulate him for fifty years of meaningful ministry and service to his congregation and community.  

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Bishop Dr. Floyd A. Knowlin. 

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