1-1 ****** NEED TWO-PAGE HEADER ****** 1-2 SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 45 1-3 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is extremely 1-4 proud to recognize Brother Kerry Guillory, Pastoral Assistant 1-5 at Cristo Rey Parish, who since 1991 has contributed immeasurably 1-6 to the spiritual growth and well-being of East Austin; and 1-7 WHEREAS, Having professed his Solemn Vows to the Order 1-8 of Friars Minor Conventual at Saint Anthony Novitiate in 1-9 Auburn, Indiana, Brother Guillory began his spiritual journey 1-10 at Our Lady of Consolation Retreat Center in Carey, Ohio, in 1-11 1968; and 1-12 WHEREAS, For the past 10 years, he has been a beacon of light 1-13 for the elderly, the sick, the incarcerated, and the bereaved of 1-14 Cristo Rey Parish and East Austin; recognizing Brother Guillory 1-15 for his tireless efforts, Bishop John McCarthy invited him to 1-16 establish a ministry devoted to those in distress and from this 1-17 invitation arose Saint Francis of Assisi Joy Group; and 1-18 WHEREAS, His wisdom, devotion, and commitment have brought 1-19 hope and Christian caring into the lives of countless men and 1-20 women unable to help themselves; and 2-1 WHEREAS, The parishioners of Cristo Rey and the residents of 2-2 East Austin are indeed fortunate to have been touched by the love 2-3 and compassion of Brother Guillory, and his generosity to serve 2-4 all mankind is truly worthy of recognition; now, therefore, be it 2-5 RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 2-6 77th Legislature, hereby express its sincere appreciation to 2-7 Brother Kerry Guillory for bringing joy and renewed faith to those 2-8 he so loyally served and extend best wishes for the future; and, 2-9 be it further 2-10 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him 2-11 as an expression of esteem and high regard from the Texas Senate. 2-12 Barrientos 2-13 ______________________________________ 2-14 President of the Senate 2-15 I hereby certify that the above 2-16 Resolution was adopted by the Senate 2-17 on January 22, 2001. 2-18 ______________________________________ 2-19 Secretary of the Senate 2-20 ______________________________________ 2-21 Member, Texas Senate