SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 580

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize New Braunfels Presbyterian Church on the occasion of its 
50th anniversary, which is being celebrated April 16 and 17, 2005; 
and

	WHEREAS, In 1954, 12 dedicated people met to follow their 
dream of establishing a Presbyterian Church in New Braunfels; 
they purchased a lot and began meeting in the park, in their 
homes, and in various churches; a small house was donated to 
them, and in 1955, a charter for the new church was signed by 34 
members, and its first pastor, Reverend Burton Riddle, began his 
service to the church; and

	WHEREAS, Due to the guidance and wise stewardship of its 
pastors and the outstanding leadership of its current pastor, 
Reverend Kenneth Peters, the church has continued to grow and to 
undertake many worthy projects in the community; and

	WHEREAS, A new sanctuary was built in 1968 and was enlarged 
in 1993; a preschool was added in 1996, and in 2003, the church 
underwent a complete restoration of its buildings and grounds; 
today, its membership numbers over 600; and

	WHEREAS, The celebration of its 50th 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,
79th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and 
members of New Braunfels Presbyterian Church for a grand 50th 
anniversary celebration; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared as a 
memento of this occasion.
                                                                       Wentworth




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on April 11, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate