TO HONOR THE REVEREND DR. MACK T. HINES OF SAINT PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH IN MULLINS ON THE OCCASION OF HIS THIRTIETH ANNIVERSARY OF GOSPEL MINISTRY AT SAINT PAUL AND TO WISH HIM GOD'S RICHEST BLESSINGS AS HE CONTINUES TO SERVE THE LORD.

Whereas, it is with great pleasure that the South Carolina House of Representatives honors those individuals who give tirelessly of themselves to succor the souls of men. The Reverend Dr. Mack T. Hines of Saint Paul Baptist Church in Mullins stands among their number as an outstanding minister of the Gospel, one much admired by colleagues, congregation, and area residents at large; and

Whereas, he began his ministry at Saint Paul three decades ago and over the years has proven himself a true leader of his flock and also of many other organizations; and

Whereas, under his dynamic leadership, Saint Paul Baptist's membership has constantly increased, and worship has been greatly enriched by his fervent and dynamic preaching and the deep sense of reverence he brings to his ministry. Prominent among the church's many projects and ministries under Dr. Hines' tenure are the Christian Life Center, Adult Day Health Care Center, Genesis II apartment complex for the elderly, and prayer chapel; and

Whereas, the House, cognizant of his many years of spiritual nourishment of the people of South Carolina, wishes to express its grateful thanks to Dr. Hines and wish him God's best as he continues to run the race the Lord has set before him. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor the Reverend Dr. Mack T. Hines of Saint Paul Baptist Church in Mullins on the occasion of his thirtieth anniversary of Gospel ministry at Saint Paul and wish him God's richest blessings as he continues to serve the Lord.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be provided to Reverend Dr. Mack T. Hines.