TO HONOR BISHOP MICHAEL MITCHELL AND SUPERVISOR CORDELIA MITCHELL FOR THEIR SERVICE TO THE 12TH EPISCOPAL DISTRICT OF THE AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH.

This Senate resolution honors Bishop Michael Mitchell and Supervisor Cordelia Mitchell for their dedicated service to the 12th Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, which covers Arkansas and Oklahoma. The document highlights their long history of ministry, including Bishop Mitchell's leadership of the district since 2016 and Supervisor Mitchell's work mentoring youth and supporting community health and education. It also notes their broader community involvement, such as Bishop Mitchell's roles in economic recovery and theological seminary boards, and Supervisor Mitchell's participation in various civic and professional organizations. This legislative act serves as a formal acknowledgment of their contributions rather than establishing new laws or policies.