By: Kubiak H.R. No. 722 73R11122 BNL-D R E S O L U T I O N 1-1 WHEREAS, The members of St. John's Episcopal Church in Sealy 1-2 commemorated a momentous occasion in the congregation's history 1-3 recently when they marked the church's 105th anniversary with 1-4 prayer, song, and fellowship; and 1-5 WHEREAS, Church members celebrated with an outdoor program 1-6 that paid tribute to the church's past while encouraging members to 1-7 look to the future; the opening prayer was led by the Reverend 1-8 Peter Conaty, and those in attendance were moved by an inspiring 1-9 bagpipe rendition of the hymn "Amazing Grace"; and 1-10 WHEREAS, Parishioners and guests were treated to a recitation 1-11 of the long and distinguished history of the church in a 1-12 presentation that also extended special recognition to those 1-13 individuals who have belonged to the congregation for more than 50 1-14 years; providing a warm and personal link to much of the church's 1-15 past were two members of this select group, Irma Hackbarth 1-16 Datweiler and Winnie Hackbarth, who shared their memories with many 1-17 of the church's younger members during the festivities; and 1-18 WHEREAS, The highlight of the event was the dedication of a 1-19 historical marker detailing the church's unique place in Texas 1-20 history, and after this memorable ceremony, church members enjoyed 1-21 refreshments at a reception in the parish hall; and 1-22 WHEREAS, For more than a century, St. John's Episcopal Church 1-23 has served as a spiritual haven to the people of Sealy, offering 1-24 guidance and comfort through trying times; the longevity of this 2-1 exceptional house of worship is a testament to the unwavering faith 2-2 and devotion of its congregation over many years, and the 2-3 community's abiding commitment to the spirit of Christian 2-4 fellowship is truly worthy of highest praise and recognition; now, 2-5 therefore, be it 2-6 RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 73rd Texas 2-7 Legislature hereby commemorate the 105th anniversary of St. John's 2-8 Episcopal Church and extend to the members of the congregation 2-9 warmest best wishes for many more years of continued success and 2-10 happiness; and, be it further 2-11 RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 2-12 forwarded to St. John's Episcopal Church as an expression of high 2-13 regard by the Texas House of Representatives.