City of Philadelphia - File #: 250883

• File #: 250883
• Version: 0
• Type: Resolution
• Status: ADOPTED
• File created: 10/9/2025
• In control: CITY COUNCIL
• Final action: 10/9/2025
• Title: Recognizing the 125th anniversary of Corinthian Baptist Church of Germantown, a pillar of faith, service and community.
• Sponsors: Councilmember Bass, Council President Johnson, Councilmember Phillips, Councilmember Gilmore Richardson, Councilmember Gauthier, Councilmember Thomas, Councilmember Jones, Councilmember Landau, Councilmember Lozada, Councilmember Young, Councilmember Brooks, Councilmember Harrity, Councilmember O'Rourke, Councilmember Driscoll, Councilmember O'Neill, Councilmember Squilla, Councilmember Ahmad

Date	Ver.	Action By	Action	Result	Tally
10/9/2025	0	CITY COUNCIL	Introduced and Ordered Placed on This Week's Final Passage Calendar
10/9/2025	0	CITY COUNCIL	ADOPTED	Pass

Titlte
Recognizing the 125th anniversary of Corinthian Baptist Church of Germantown, a pillar of faith, service and community.

Body
WHEREAS, Corinthian Baptist Church of Germantown, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1900, originating as a church school at the residence of Sophie Moore and Mae Moore Kennerly and initially known as Mt. Beulah Baptist Mission; and

WHEREAS, Under the spiritual guidance of leaders such as Reverend James D. Brooks, Reverend Morton Winston, and subsequent pastors, the church evolved from the East Side Mission to become the beloved Corinthian Baptist Church, affectionately known as the "Little Blue Church on the Hill"; and

WHEREAS, On June 13, 1916, the Corinthian Baptist Church of Germantown was officially incorporated, with seven charter members laying a strong foundation for the church's growth and community impact; and

WHEREAS, Corinthian Baptist Church has consistently been a beacon of hope and support in the Germantown community, providing vital outreach programs such as food banks, youth mentorship, education initiatives, and social services that uplift and empower residents; and

WHEREAS, Through decades of steadfast faith and resilience, Corinthian Baptist Church expanded its facilities, ministries, and outreach, including the construction of multiple church buildings, establishment of educational programs such as the Corinthian Christian Academy, and development of numerous ministries serving youth, music, missions, and community needs; and

WHEREAS, Corinthian Baptist Church has been a spiritual home and cornerstone of the Germantown community for 125 years, fostering generations of worshippers, leaders, and community advocates committed to faith, unity, and service; and

WHEREAS, The church has hosted and been led by distinguished pastors and ministers who have enriched not only the congregation but the broader Philadelphia region, including Reverend C.L. Pryor, Reverend Dr. Ronald King Hill, Sr., and Reverend Robert L. Solo...