New York J 1532: Mourning the death of Reverend Clinton Miller, beloved man of faith, visionary pastor, educator, and devoted servant to the Brooklyn community

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02/10/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 1532

BY: Senator PARKER

 MOURNING the death of Reverend Clinton Miller,
 beloved man of faith, visionary pastor, educator,
 and devoted servant to the Brooklyn community

 WHEREAS, There are certain outstanding individuals whose lives of
faith, leadership, and service profoundly enrich the spiritual and civic
fabric of our communities; through his unwavering devotion to ministry,
commitment to justice, and dedication to uplifting others, Reverend
Clinton Miller was one such individual; and

 WHEREAS, It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that this
Legislative Body records the passing of Reverend Clinton Miller, a
respected clergyman, mentor, and community leader whose life was marked
by faith, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to Christian service;
and

 WHEREAS, Reverend Clinton Miller was born in Brooklyn, New York, and
pursued his academic studies with distinction, earning a Bachelor of
Arts in History from Southern Connecticut State University, reflecting
an early commitment to scholarship, reflection, and service; and

 WHEREAS, Reverend Clinton Miller first felt the divine calling to
gospel ministry at the age of 19, and while he initially pursued other
paths, he ultimately answered that call while he was a seminarian at
Yale University where his theological formation prepared him for a
lifetime of pastoral leadership; and

 WHEREAS, Upon his graduation from divinity school in 1994, Reverend
Clinton Miller continued his ministerial training as an intern minister
at the historic Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem, New York City,
under the guidance of the Reverend Calvin O. Butts, later serving as
youth minister and deepening his commitment to nurturing faith among
younger generations; and

 WHEREAS, Prior to entering full-time ministry, Reverend Clinton
Miller served as an educator in the New York City public school system
for four years, exemplifying his lifelong commitment to teaching,
mentorship, and empowerment of young people; and

 WHEREAS, In October of 2000, Reverend Clinton Miller was called to
serve as Pastor of Brown Memorial Baptist Church in Brooklyn, a role he
embraced with vision, humility, and devotion, faithfully shepherding the
congregation through preaching, counseling, visitation, and pastoral
care; and

 WHEREAS, Since assuming the pastorate at Brown Memorial Baptist
Church, Reverend Clinton Miller applied the principles of traditional
ministry to meet the evolving needs of his congregation, setting a
spiritual tone that strengthened worship, fostered inclusive fellowship,
and supported the realization of the church's long-term vision; and

 WHEREAS, Under Reverend Clinton Miller's leadership, Brown Memorial
Baptist Church experienced significant growth and renewal, including the

construction of a fellowship hall, renovation of the sanctuary,
establishment of a community development corporation, and planning of
new educational programs, a summer day camp, and a long-awaited banquet
facility within the newly built church annex; and

 WHEREAS, Reverend Clinton Miller's pastoral vision centered on
stabilizing and strengthening the ministry through consistent Christian
service, sound preaching, responsible stewardship, and strong financial
administration while advancing a mission dedicated to dynamic worship,
relevant Christian education, inclusive fellowship, and impactful
evangelism; and

 WHEREAS, Reverend Clinton Miller extended his service beyond the
pulpit through leadership on numerous civic and nonprofit boards,
including the Harlem YMCA and the Bedford-Stuyvesant YMCA, and service
as chaplain for the New York Liberty of the Women's National Basketball
Association, offering spiritual guidance at the intersection of faith,
athletics, and community life; and

 WHEREAS, Ordained by the American Baptist Churches and the United
Missionary Baptist Association of Great