| Resolution Number: | 1982-B049 |
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| Title: | Commend National Episcopal Coalition on Alcohol |
| Legislative Action Taken: | Concurred |
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Resolved, That this 67th General Convention of the Church recognize and commend the work of the National Episcopal Coalition on Alcohol for its contribution to the Church through its programs of education and information in the field of alcohol and alcoholism by disseminating information in the areas of prevention, training, intervention, and recovery; and be it further
Resolved, That this 67th General Convention commend this resource to the several Dioceses and congregations of this Church.
| Citation: | General Convention, Journal of the General Convention of...The Episcopal Church, New Orleans, 1982 (New York: General Convention, 1983), p. C-138. |
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Legislative History
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| Originating House: | House of Bishops |
| Originating Committee: | Committee on Education |
House of Bishops
Original Text of Resolution:
(B049)
Whereas, the disease of alcoholism continues to afflict all peoples in increasing numbers; and
Whereas, the Episcopal Church through its General Convention has often called to the attention of its Clergy and Laity the dangers and human toll exacted by this disease; and
Whereas, numerous resources exist for education, for treatment, and for recovery; therefore, be it
Resolved, the House of Deputies concurring, That this 67th General Convention of the Church recognize and commend the work of the National Episcopal Coalition on Alcohol for its contribution to the Church through its programs of education and information in the field of alcohol and alcoholism by disseminating information in the areas of prevention, training, intervention, and recovery; and be it further
Resolved, That this 67th General Convention commend this resource to the several Dioceses and congregations of this Church.
Seconded by the Bishop of Missouri.
Motion carried
(Communicated to House of Deputies in HB Message #121)
House of Deputies
On the ninth day, the Chairman of the Committee on Education presented Report #14 and recommended that the House concur with Message #121 of the House of Bishops on Resolution B-49 (Alcoholism).
Motion carried
The House concurred
(Communicated to the House of Bishops in HD Message #214)
Resolution Concurred by Both Houses, September 13.
| Abstract: | The 67th General Convention commends the work of the National Episcopal Coalition on Alcoholism. |
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