As Introduced

136th General Assembly

Regular Session S. R. No. 176

2025-2026

Senator Antonio

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring Church of the Ascension on its Sesquicentennial.

WHEREAS, The members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to extend special recognition to Church of the Ascension on its One Hundred Fiftieth Anniversary; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1875, Church of the Ascension has offered its members the pathway to a more meaningful life by illuminating and demonstrating the precepts on which it was founded. The spirit of love and Christian fellowship that exists within the church also extends beyond those sacred walls to touch the lives of everyone encountered by these devout disciples; and

WHEREAS, Under the capable leadership of its pastors, both past and present, Church of the Ascension has experienced continual growth and has provided a source of moral guidance and spiritual motivation for its congregation. Over the years, the church has enhanced the quality of life within the area, and through its generous efforts, it has earned the gratitude and respect of the many citizens it has so capably served; and

WHEREAS, An occasion such as this is an important milestone that represents dedication and commitment. For a century and a half, the members of Church of the Ascension have kept their faith alive in the Lakewood community, and on this special anniversary, they have accepted the challenge of carrying their beliefs into the future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the Senate of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, commend Church of the Ascension on its One Hundred Fiftieth Anniversary and pay tribute to all those joining in the celebration of this joyous event; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the Senate transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to Church of the Ascension.