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136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 474

2025-2026

Representative Newman

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Zion Lutheran Church on its Bicentennial.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Zion Lutheran Church on the memorable occasion of its Two Hundredth Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Zion Lutheran Church has been an important place of worship in the Tipp City community since 1826, and it has endured by finding commonality in prayer, worship, and fellowship among its congregation. For the past two centuries, this House of God has served as a tremendous source of spiritual inspiration, and it has encouraged countless people to pursue lives of service, learning, and faith; and

WHEREAS, This auspicious celebration offers the members of Zion Lutheran Church the opportunity to share their memories and to reflect on the benefits of life in their close-knit community, which has come to be associated with being "Rooted in Christ. Growing in Faith." Under the guidance of their fine religious leaders, both past and present, the parishioners have expanded on the best traditions of the past to ensure a benevolent and prosperous future, and they can be proud of the remarkable examples they have set through their values and principles; and

WHEREAS, The members of Zion Lutheran Church have stood strong in the face of numerous challenges, and they have had a positive impact on the lives of many local residents. Indeed, this milestone represents their dedication and commitment to keeping the institution alive in the surrounding community, and all those associated with this beacon of society are deserving of high praise; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, applaud Zion Lutheran Church on its Two Hundredth Anniversary and offer best wishes as it upholds its rich legacy of faith and fellowship in the years to come; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Zion Lutheran Church.