78S41586 BJM-D

By:  Dutton                                                       H.R. No. 298



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Miles Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church,
located in Houston's historic Fifth Ward, is commemorating 100 
years of outstanding service to the community in 2004; and
	WHEREAS, Since its organization in a small building on the 
banks of the Buffalo Bayou by its charter members, the church has 
thrived under the inspired leadership of a host of dedicated 
clergymen, from its initial pastor, the Reverend J. M. Jones, to its 
current leader, the Reverend Charles H. Webster, Sr.; and
	WHEREAS, Over the past century, the church has undergone 
tremendous change and experienced its share of adversity, but 
through the hard work and dedication of its leaders and 
congregants, Miles Chapel has overcome an array of challenges, 
including fires and storms as well as financial hardships, to 
emerge triumphant; today members take great pride in their church's 
extensive achievements and look forward to a future replete with 
promise; and
	WHEREAS, Playing a vital part in the Houston community, the 
parishioners of Miles Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church 
remain steadfast in their faith and in their service to others, and 
it is indeed a pleasure to join them in celebrating the centennial 
of their church and the innumerable contributions this committed 
congregation has made to the greater community; now, therefore, be 
it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate the clergy and 
members of Miles Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church on the 
church's 100th anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes 
for continued success with their many good works; 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.