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File #: 0011X-2026    Version: 1
Type: Ceremonial Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 1/16/2026 In control: Hardin
On agenda: 1/26/2026 Final action: 1/29/2026
Title: To Honor and Recognize the 60th Anniversary of Faith Mission
Sponsors: Shannon G. Hardin, Nicholas Bankston, Lourdes Barroso De Padilla, Nancy Day-Achauer, Rob Dorans, Melissa Green, Emmanuel V. Remy, Tiara Ross, Christopher Wyche

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To Honor and Recognize the 60th Anniversary of Faith Mission

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WHEREAS, Faith Mission, now a program of Lutheran Social Services, opened its doors on February 6, 1966, to provide shelter, meals and hope to individuals experiencing homelessness in our community; and

WHEREAS, for 60 years, Faith Mission has served as a vital resource for people facing housing instability, offering emergency shelter, basic needs and pathways toward stability and dignity; and

WHEREAS, Faith Mission was founded through a collaboration of congregations and volunteers who recognized the urgent need to care for neighbors experiencing poverty and homelessness; and

WHEREAS, the work of Faith Mission has been sustained through a strong partnership of dedicated staff, volunteers, congregations, private donors and local government support, reflecting a shared public and community commitment to addressing homelessness; and

WHEREAS, Faith Mission continues to adapt to the evolving needs of the community, working to address the root causes of homelessness while providing immediate care and support; and

WHEREAS, Faith Mission encourages residents of our community to join in on this milestone and to support efforts that promote housing stability, dignity and hope for all; now, therefore,

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council hereby honors and recognizes the 60th anniversary of Faith Mission.