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H.R. No. 285
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, On February 23, 2003, members of West University
Baptist Church in Houston are celebrating the 75th anniversary of
the church's founding; and
WHEREAS, "From Generation to Generation" is the theme of this
joyous event, which commemorates the rich history of the
institution since its organization in 1928 by Nannie David, a
missionary who had recently returned from Africa; and
WHEREAS, Hundreds of current and former members of the
congregation are gathering at the newly renovated church for
anniversary festivities that include an alumni breakfast,
performances by adult and children's choirs, and a photograph to be
taken of all individuals in attendance; a particularly meaningful
activity will be the placing of families' letters, photographs, and
historical items into a time capsule to be opened at the church's
centennial celebration in 2028; and
WHEREAS, Since 1996 the congregation of West University
Baptist Church has been led by the Reverend Dr. G. Barry Landrum;
under his inspired guidance the church has continued to thrive,
developing a strategic, long-range plan, increasing its budget by
50 percent, and instituting a contemporary worship service; and
WHEREAS, For three-quarters of a century, the congregants of
West University Baptist Church have demonstrated a steadfast
commitment to their faith and to their community, and it is a
pleasure to join with them in celebrating this notable milestone in
their church's history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Dr. G. Barry Landrum and the
members of West University Baptist Church on the occasion of the
church's 75th anniversary and extend to them sincere best wishes
for a meaningful and memorable celebration; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for West University Baptist Church as an expression of
high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.
Wong
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 285 was adopted by the House on
February 20, 2003, by a non-record vote.
______________________________
Chief Clerk of the House