H.C.R. No. 2  



HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
	WHEREAS, The congregation of Crestview Baptist Church of 
Midland is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the church's 
founding on August 3, 2003; and
	WHEREAS, The church was established on August 2, 1953, at a 
meeting held at Lamar Elementary School, when it was formally 
recognized as a member of the Permian Basin Baptist Association, 
the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and the Southern Baptist 
Convention; following a successful revival meeting, a membership 
drive spanning the first month of operation resulted in 183 charter 
members, including the Reverend A. B. Lightfoot, who served as 
acting mission pastor; and
	WHEREAS, In its earliest days, Crestview Baptist Church met 
the needs of the Midland community through services and programs 
held in several locations, including members' homes, a Seventh Day 
Adventist church, and Lamar Elementary School; in its present 
location at 3300 Thomas Avenue since 1958, the church has undergone 
extensive remodeling and expansion through the years, and plans are 
currently under way for the purchase of land for the church's 
relocation to Loop 250 at Thomason Drive and Tradewinds Boulevard; 
and
	WHEREAS, Blessed with inspired leadership over the course of 
its rich history, Crestview Baptist Church today thrives under the 
expert direction of senior pastor Dr. John D. Gerlach, who answered 
the call to lead the church in September 2001; and
	WHEREAS, For half a century, Crestview Baptist Church members 
have demonstrated a steadfast commitment to their faith and to 
their community, and it is a pleasure to take this opportunity to 
recognize the congregation on this significant milestone; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas, 
1st Called Session, hereby congratulate the Reverend Dr. John D. 
Gerlach and the members of Crestview Baptist Church of Midland on 
the occasion of the church's 50th anniversary and extend to them 
sincere best wishes for a memorable and meaningful observance; and, 
be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the church as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives and Senate.

                                                                        Craddick




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   President of the Senate                               Speaker of the House      

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 2 was adopted by the House on July 
18, 2003, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House   

	I certify that H.C.R. No. 2 was adopted by the Senate on July 
24, 2003, by a viva-voce vote.

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                                                      Secretary of the Senate   



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              Governor