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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, The members of the Peaceful Rest Baptist Church in |
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Jasper are celebrating the 100th anniversary of their church's |
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founding on October 24, 2021; and |
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WHEREAS, Founded in 1921, the Peaceful Rest Baptist Church |
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was officially organized by the Reverend Moran Allen and three |
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local families in July 1922; over the years, the church has |
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benefited from the outstanding efforts of many dedicated clergy, |
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including the Reverend Daniel Stafford, who has served as pastor |
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since 1976; and |
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WHEREAS, The Peaceful Rest Baptist Church began construction |
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on its current sanctuary in May 2002, and the facility was completed |
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later that year; united by their shared faith and strong |
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traditions, the members of the church have made a meaningful |
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difference in their community by supporting a variety of |
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commendable programs that foster fellowship and offer help to those |
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in need; and |
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WHEREAS, Countless Jasper residents have looked to the |
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Peaceful Rest Baptist Church for spiritual guidance, and it is a |
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pleasure to join in honoring the church at this special time in its |
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rich history; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 87th Texas |
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Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby commemorate the 100th |
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anniversary of the Peaceful Rest Baptist Church and extend to the |
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congregation sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the church as an expression of high regard by the Texas |
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House of Representatives. |