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                                                                  H.R. No. 183



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, The year 2003 marks the 100th anniversary of the 
First Baptist Church of Purves, and this special milestone provides 
a fitting opportunity to recognize the church's rich heritage; and
	WHEREAS, The First Baptist Church was organized in October 
1903 by a presbytery of three men, Brother Joe Johnson, Brother 
J. M. Barrett, and Brother Agee, who was chosen as the first 
pastor; they were joined by some 20 charter members, and in 1904, a 
church building was erected on land donated by Mr. and 
Mrs. E. L. Anderson and Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Whisenant; and
	WHEREAS, Through the years, the congregation has faced many 
challenges, such as having its church destroyed twice by storms; 
each time, the worshipers courageously overcame adversity and 
quickly rebuilt the structures, continuing on a path toward 
noteworthy achievements; and
	WHEREAS, To accommodate the steadily growing membership, 
which today numbers around 100, the First Baptist Church has 
erected many new facilities; additions have included seven 
educational rooms, restrooms, a kitchen, a weekend parsonage, and a 
baptistry and fellowship hall; moreover, a steeple has been built 
to commemorate the church's 100th anniversary and to honor the 
congregation's oldest living member, Harlen West, who has attended 
this house of worship for 50 years; and
	WHEREAS, All those associated with the First Baptist Church 
of Purves are truly deserving of highest commendation for their 
outstanding faith and hard work, and it is a privilege to recognize 
this devoted congregation as it embarks on a second century of 
ministry; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate the First 
Baptist Church of Purves on its 100th anniversary and extend best 
wishes to its membership for continued success and happiness; and, 
be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the First Baptist Church of Purves as an expression of 
high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                          Miller

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 183 was adopted by the House on 
October 8, 2003, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House