H 4379

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
Bill 4379
Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter
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A house RESOLUTION
TO RECOGNIZE AND
HONOR BISHOP DAVID W. GLEASON AND FIRST LADY CELINA GLEASON, FOUNDERS OF THE
APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER IN MANNING, FOR THEIR SELFLESS AND COMPASSIONATE
SERVICE TO THE MANNING COMMUNITY AND BEYOND AND FOR FOLLOWING THEIR DIVINE
CALLING WHICH HAS MINISTERED TO SO MANY.
Whereas, in 1990 in
Anderson, David Gleason was a sheriff's deputy in Anderson County when he met
Celina who worked in an attorney's office. She invited him to church, and God
began to work on both of their hearts, marking the start of a transformative
journey led by faith and purpose; and
Whereas, in 1994,
Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason answered a divine calling
that led them from Anderson to the heart of Manning. Compelled by a burden for
souls and a vision to see lives transformed by the power of God, they stepped
out in faith and planted what would become the Apostolic Revival Center (the
ARC) of Manning; and
Whereas, they began
their ministry in a modest trailer, and through years of tireless labor and
unwavering commitment, it has grown into a thriving ministry and a pillar in
the community for the last thirty years, the ARC of Manning. Their congregation
now enjoys a beautiful place of worship, thanks to the Gleasons' journey of
perseverance, faith, and a deep love for people; and
Whereas, for over thirty-five
years, Bishop and First Lady Gleason have devoted their lives, not only to
pastoring, but also to active service to the greater Clarendon County community
in a ministry that has always extended beyond the pulpit. Their outreach has
been both consistent and compassionate, from providing aid during natural
disasters like hurricanes to distributing food and essential supplies during
the COVID-19 pandemic and building wheelchair ramps for elderly and disabled
residents; and
Whereas, Bishop Gleason
served with distinction on the South Carolina District Board of the United
Pentecostal Church International, where he held positions in the district for
over sixteen years before retiring in 2019 as secretary for the State of South
Carolina. He served as chaplain for the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department from
2013 to 2015. His leadership on both local and statewide levels has been marked
by integrity, vision, and a heart for kingdom work; and
Whereas, First Lady
Celina Gleason has served the community in multiple professional roles over the
years, including as a victims' advocate for the Clarendon County Sheriff's
Department, a certified mediator, and a licensed realtor for the State of South
Carolina. She continues to impact lives as a lead senior advocate with Cigna
Healthcare, where she assists and advocates for thousands of individuals in
need of quality healthcare support. Her compassion, professionalism, and
faith-based approach have earned her the respect and admiration of both clients
and colleagues; and
Whereas, wed in 1990,
the Gleasons reared three fine children: David W. Gleason Jr., Hali Megan
Gleason Lighthill, and Andrew Seth Gleason. Their children have blessed them
with the affection of three loving grandchildren: Wyatt Gleason, Asher
Lighthill, and Nathan Gleason, and another on the way; and
Whereas, the Gleasons have
become known, not only as spiritual leaders, but also as pillars of strength,
compassion, and unity within the region. Their lives have been a living
testimony of what it means to serve with humility and lead with purpose; and
Whereas, the South
Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to commend David and Celina
Gleason for their thirty-five years of faithful and obedient service to their
Lord. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House
of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize
and honor Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason, founders of
the Apostolic Revival Center in Manning, for their selfless and compassionate
service to the Manning community and beyond and for following their divine
calling which has ministered to so many.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution
be presented to Bishop David W. Gleason and First Lady Celina Gleason.
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