79R14643 BJM-D

By:  Bailey                                                       H.R. No. 1469



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Since its inception in 1998, the Macedonia Outreach 
Center (MOC) has provided invaluable support to the underserved 
communities of Houston; and
	WHEREAS, Named in honor of Macedonia Baptist Church, which 
houses its headquarters, the MOC was founded by a group of women 
dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by many low-income 
residents of north, northeast, and southeast Houston; and
	WHEREAS, This worthwhile organization provides its adult and 
youth clientele with academic services and preparation, 
professional development certifications, employment assistance and 
job readiness programs, a food and clothing bank, health education, 
substance abuse prevention and intervention, after-school and 
summer programs, and HIV testing and counseling; and
	WHEREAS, Under the exemplary leadership of chief executive 
officer Katherine West, MOC staff and volunteers have tirelessly 
striven to help bolster the self-esteem and dignity of those they 
serve, while inspiring and motivating participants to make 
significant changes in their lives that will not only positively 
affect their personal well-being, but that of the community as 
well; by promoting self-reliance, community pride, and good 
citizenship, the MOC has benefited countless individuals and will 
undoubtedly continue to do so for many years to come; now, 
therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend all those associated with the Macedonia 
Outreach Center for their outstanding efforts in behalf of the 
Houston community and extend to them sincere best wishes for 
continued success with their important work; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for the center as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.