South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

South Carolina House Bill H5302

Introduced
3/3/26  

Caption

Evangelist Jacob Ebersole and Charleston Crusade 2026

Impact

The resolution encourages citizens to voluntarily rededicate themselves and their communities to God, promoting a vision for spiritual renewal and moral clarity within the state. It celebrates South Carolina's long-standing traditions of faith and expresses a collective desire among citizens to seek divine guidance in civic responsibilities. By organizing events like the Charleston Crusade, the bill aims to invigorate community engagement around Christian values.

Summary

House Bill 5302 is a concurrent resolution that honors World Harvest evangelist Jacob Ebersole and designates May 1-3, 2026, as 'Charleston Crusade 2026' in South Carolina. This event is recognized as a time for prayer, worship, repentance, and evangelistic outreach, reflecting a commitment to the Christian heritage of the state. The resolution emphasizes the importance of faith and religious liberty, drawing on South Carolina's historical acknowledgment of religious beliefs in shaping civic life.

Contention

While the bill appears to unify members around shared values of faith, it could also lead to discussions about the role of government in religious activities. Critics may argue that state endorsement of religious events could blur the lines of church and state, potentially marginalizing those who do not share the same faith traditions. Moreover, any implication that the state promotes a single religious perspective could raise concerns regarding inclusivity and diversity in South Carolina.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SC H4995

Leonardo DRS Charleston Naval Facility

SC S0522

Charleston County Aviation Authority

SC H4014

Charleston County School District

SC SR1015

Grooms, Evangelist Amanda K.; recognize

SC H5325

God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

SC H5316

Christ Our King-Stella Maris School 8th Grade Boys Basketball State Champions

SC SR52

Commends the Intercessors for America on their Spiritual Heritage Project to acknowledge Almighty God as the Author of Liberty on this 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.

SC SR211

Honoring St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church on its One Hundred Seventy-fifth Anniversary.

SC SR0364

A RESOLUTION to commend the Nehemiah Alliance and the National 52 Day Rebuild Initiative and to invite the people of Tennessee to lead the way in this national extended time of prayer, fasting, repentance, and spiritual renewal during America's 250th Anniversary.

SC SJR0836

A RESOLUTION to commend the Nehemiah Alliance and the National 52 Day Rebuild Initiative and to encourage the people of Tennessee to lead the way in this national extended time of prayer, fasting, repentance, and spiritual renewal during America's 250th Anniversary.

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