HR0660 97TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to congratulate Reverend Dr. Ahmad R. Boyd on his one year anniversary as pastor of LeClaire Missionary Baptist Church; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Dr. Ahmad R. Boyd was born on June 2, 1984 to Marty Boyd and Michelle Davis; he is a second generation preacher, son of Pastor Marty Boyd; he was ordained as a Minister of the Gospel on November 25, 2001 by the late Pastor George E. Liggins in Chicago; and

WHEREAS, On June 12, 2010, Reverend Boyd was appointed as the interim pastor of LeClaire Missionary Baptist Church and served as interim pastor for 6 months; on December 4, 2010, Reverend Boyd was officially elected as pastor of LeClaire Missionary Baptist Church; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Boyd is the founder and President of P.R.E.A.C.H. Ministerial network, "Preparing, Reaching, Equipping, Ambassadors, Committed to Holiness"; this network designed to skillfully encourage, equip, and empower pastors, ministers, and leaders; and

WHEREAS, He received his associate's degree in biblical studies from Jones Bible Institute; he obtained his Bachelor's degree in biblical studies from Midwest Theological Seminary in Schererville, Indiana; upon recommendation from the Board of Trustees, the Dean, and the faculty of Midwest Theological Seminary, Reverend Boyd was chosen to receive a "Humanitarian Doctorate Degree in Ministry"; as a prerequisite to receiving this degree, he had to complete a 20,000 word dissertation on theology, present 3 letters of recommendation from pastors, and complete an "ALE" (accumulative life experience portfolio of all certificates, awards, and life experience in the ministry); and

WHEREAS, Dr. Boyd has an exuberant passion for preaching; he is an avid reader; he is known for his quotes, quips, and storytelling; his motto is, "A Slave of God, A Servant of People"; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SEVENTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Reverend Dr. Boyd on this anniversary occasion and wish him continued success in the future; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Reverend Dr. Ahmad Boyd as a symbol of our respect and esteem.