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S 1134

Mt. Nebo Church

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Margie Bright Matthews

Senate resolution formally recognizes Mt. Nebo AME Church in Awendaw for its 141st anniversary and highlights its historical contributions to the community.

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Bill Summary · S 1134

Summary of Bill S.1134 (2025-2026 Session) – South Carolina

Title

Mt. Nebo Church

Type of Legislation

Senate Resolution recognizing and honoring a church on a milestone anniversary.

Main Purpose and Intent

  • Officially recognize and honor Mt. Nebo African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME Church) in Awendaw, South Carolina, on the occasion of its 141st anniversary.
  • Acknowledge the church’s history, contributions, leadership, and ongoing role in the community and state.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Formal recognition by the South Carolina Senate of Mt. Nebo AME Church’s 141st anniversary.
  • Acknowledgement of historical origins: church established around 1885; property donated by the late Brother John Drayton Sr.
  • Mention of families and individuals who contributed to the church’s growth and stewardship over the years (long list of families named).
  • Note of clergy and leadership history, including:
    • Three members of Mt. Nebo AME Church becoming ministers, with two ordained in South Carolina conferences and serving as itinerant elders.
    • Specific ministers listed (e.g., Reverend J. O. Johnson, Reverend Chester Middleton, Reverend W. Bennett) and their service patterns.
    • Under Reverend Isaac Johnson, installation of stained-glass windows.
    • Renovation efforts led by Reverend James Peterson Jr. (joined 2020) with church leadership and members.
    • A historical roster of ministers serving since 1944, including both past pastors and supply pastors (e.g., Reverend Johnny L. James, Reverend J. Nero, Reverend Glover, Reverend T. Nelson, Reverend J. A. Jenkins, Reverend James Peterson Jr., Reverend Cora Singleton, etc.).
  • Gratitude and appreciation from the Senate for Mt. Nebo AME Church’s dedication to the community and the State.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Mt. Nebo African Methodist Episcopal Church, Awendaw (recognition by the South Carolina Senate).
  • The broader Mt. Nebo AME Church community and its supporters, as acknowledged in the resolution.
  • The church leadership and congregants through formal ceremonial recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced and adopted on April 21, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Primary sponsor (as listed) with additional co-sponsor: Margie Bright Matthews.
  • Nature of Action: Legislative resolution, not a bill creating or altering law or agency authority. It is a symbolic recognition.

Impact and Implications

  • Formal ceremonial acknowledgment by state government, which can enhance community pride and highlight the church’s historical and ongoing role in social and civic life.
  • No fiscal impact or changes in law, policy, or governance are stated; the effect is commemorative and symbolic.

Length and Format

  • The document is a Senate Resolution, a formal statement of recognition.
  • Includes background on history, leadership, and contributions to support the commemorative purpose.

For readers seeking a concise takeaway: This bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Mt. Nebo AME Church in Awendaw for its 141st anniversary and detailing its historical contributions and leadership without imposing new legal or financial obligations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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