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SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 285

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr., on the occasion of the 
Fresh Fire Conference, which takes place on March 6, 2003; and

	WHEREAS, A highly revered spiritual leader, Bishop Morton 
is the founder and presiding bishop of Full Gospel Baptist Church 
Fellowship, International, which he began to organize in 1992; 
his church is built on the structure of the traditional Baptist 
Church and encompasses the scope of the Pentecostal movement and 
the Word Church; and

	WHEREAS, An inspirational man who is dedicated to helping 
others, Bishop Morton has devoted his time and energy unselfishly 
to the members of his fellowship, and he has brought them 
countless blessings; and

	WHEREAS, A man of spiritual depth and devotion,
Bishop Morton has ministered faithfully to the needs of
countless followers and has brought enlightenment and hope
to many; and

	WHEREAS, Under his able direction, the Full Gospel Baptist 
Church Fellowship, International, has experienced phenomenal 
growth throughout the United States and the world; each year, the 
church's annual conference ministers to nearly 30,000 people 
through its School of Ministry classes, spirit-filled worship 
services, and community outreach efforts; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas,
78th Legislature, hereby recognize Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr., 
for his fervent service to his church and his fellowman; and, be 
it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for 
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
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________________________________ 
    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on March 3, 2003.



________________________________ 
    Secretary of the Senate



________________________________ 
     Member, Texas Senate