HR0551 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives wish to commend Eddie Mae "Mother" Stegall for her decades of devotion and service to Miracle Revival Cathedral in Maywood; and

WHEREAS, Mother Stegall has stood as an unwavering pillar within the congregation of Miracle Revival Cathedral, leaving an indelible mark since her presence began in 1984; she initially served underneath the leadership of Bishop Willie J. Chambliss from 1984 until his retirement in 2014, and he formally recognized her dedication to the church with a plaque of service; she has continued to serve under the current leadership of Pastor DeAndre Patterson; and

WHEREAS, For nearly four decades, Mother Stegall's exemplary commitment and leadership have shaped the spiritual and community landscape; she has served with distinction on the Mother's Board and as coordinator for the Greeters Ministry, and her active participation as a member of the Nursing Board and her significant contributions to the Sunday School Ministry have further underscored her commitment to the Miracle Revival Cathedral community; and

WHEREAS, Beyond her organizational roles, Mother Stegall has proven to be a community leader known for her loving and caring spirit, consistently extending a helping hand to those in need and making an impact on the youth through offering encouragement, advice, and wisdom; her influence was especially apparent in the pivotal role she played in the inception of the Community Health Awareness initiative, conducted through West Suburban Neighborhood Development and Miracle Revival Cathedral in 2006; her visionary leadership saw the establishment of the church's annual Community Health Fair, a transformative event providing free medical and dental services, distributing essential supplies, and offering wholesome entertainment for the entire community; and

WHEREAS, Mother Stegall is the matriarch of her family, embracing her role as a mother to seven, a grandmother to six, a great-grandmother to six, a great-great-grandmother to one, and a godmother to two, with her home serving as a haven, a place where values are instilled and the legacy of her warmth and kindness continues to flourish; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE HUNDRED THIRD GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we commend Eddie Mae "Mother" Stegall for her decades of service and leadership to Miracle Revival Cathedral and her community; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented to Mother Stegall as an expression of our esteem and respect.