SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 106

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Payne Cathedral of Faith African Methodist Episcopal 
Church of Houston on the occasion of its 117th anniversary; and
	WHEREAS, On October 17, 2003, the members of the 
congregation are gathering for a 117th anniversary banquet at the 
Sheraton Suites Galleria; the Honorable Lee P. Brown, mayor of 
the City of Houston, will be the guest speaker for this 
celebratory event; and
	WHEREAS, Over the years, Payne Cathedral of Faith African 
Methodist Episcopal Church has ministered faithfully to the 
spiritual needs of many Christians; and
	WHEREAS, Under the guidance and wise stewardship of
its pastors and the leadership of its current pastor,
Dr. Marshall Hobbs, Sr., the church has continued to grow and to 
undertake many worthy projects in the community; and
	WHEREAS, The Payne Cathedral of Faith African Methodist 
Episcopal Church has been a source of strength to its members 
during their hardships and in times of bereavement; and
	WHEREAS, The celebration of its 117th anniversary is an 
expression of the church's enduring commitment to its holy 
mission and its dedication to tradition and unity among 
Christians; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby extend best wishes 
to the clergy and members of Payne Cathedral of Faith African 
Methodist Episcopal Church of Houston on the jubilant occasion
of its 117th anniversary; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
the church as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on October 8, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate