EDM 1553: 50th anniversary of Bethany Free Presbyterian Church, Portadown

That this House congratulates Bethany Free Presbyterian Church in Portadown on reaching its 50th anniversary; acknowledges the faithful witness and spiritual leadership the Church has provided to the local community over five decades; pays tribute to the ministry of the late Rev. Kenneth Elliott, whose foundational work and vision were instrumental in establishing and growing the congregation; recognises the continuing commitment and leadership of the current minister, Rev. Darryl Abernethy, under whose guidance the church remains steadfast in its gospel witness; and commends the congregation for its unwavering dedication to the preaching of the Word of God, its service to the people of Portadown, and its ongoing role in the life and ministry of the Free Presbyterian Church of Ulster.