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Honoring the leadership and service of Reverend Tony Pritchette for his unwavering commitment to spiritual empowerment, community outreach, and restorative justice in the City of Philadelphia in recognition of Black History Month
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WHEREAS, Reverend Tony Pritchette is the Founder and Pastor of Provision of Grace World Mission Church, which opened its doors in June 1999 and has faithfully embraced the five-fold ministry with a mission to edify the Body of Christ and prepare individuals for works of service; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Pritchette rededicated his life to service in 1987 at Zion Baptist Church where he utilized his gifts as a promoter and producer to organize impactful evangelistic services, community events, and the successful annual “Save the Children Campaign,” uniting church, community center, and local businesses in service to Philadelphia families; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Pritchette served faithfully at Zion Baptist Church, expanding his ministry efforts, including dedicated prison outreach that continues weekly to this day, ministering to incarcerated individuals and offering hope, restoration, and spiritual guidance; and
WHEREAS, In 1993, he founded Pritchette Productions, Inc., producing gospel concerts throughout Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., uplifting communities through music and worship; and
WHEREAS, In 1994, he established Pritchette Ministry Productions to further support specialized ministerial events and outreach initiatives; and
WHEREAS, In 2000, Reverend Pritchette served with the Community Services Development Corporation as a Job Developer within the Philadelphia Prison System, securing employment, training, and counseling opportunities for returning citizens, demonstrating his deep commitment to restorative justice and successful reentry initiatives; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of his exemplary leadership, he was elected President of the 35th Police District Chaplaincy and subsequently President of the Philadelphia Northwest Division Police Chaplaincy, strengthening partnerships between faith communities and law enforcement; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Pritchette’s ministry embodies a calling to preach good news to the poor, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim freedom to the captives; and
WHEREAS, It is vital to acknowledge the importance of uplifting and celebrating Black faith leaders during Black History Month, because leaders like Reverand Pritchette continue to shape the spiritual, social, and civic fabric of our communities; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, THAT THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA Hereby recognizes Reverend Tony Pritchette for his decades of faithful service, transformative ministry, and steadfast dedication to empowering the citizens of Philadelphia through faith, outreach, mentorship, and restorative justice.
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