80R9891 MDM-D

By: Parker H.R. No. 843

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Victorious Life Church in Lewisville dedicated a new facility in March 2007, and this joyous milestone in the history of the church is indeed an occasion worthy of special recognition; and

WHEREAS, Formerly named First Assembly of God, Carrollton, the church has been serving the spiritual needs and contributing to the social well-being of its community for more than 65 years; with its relocation to southern Lewisville, it has undergone a name change to Victorious Life Church, while retaining its affiliation with the Assemblies of God fellowship; and

WHEREAS, The Reverend Mark Akers has ably guided the congregation since 1988; he brought to his current pastorate a wealth of experience gained through his previous service as pastor of First Assembly of God in Hamilton and as associate pastor of Bethel Assembly of God in Temple; his preparation also includes studies at Temple College, Rhema Bible Training Center, the Berean School of the Bible, and Baylor University; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Akers, his wife, Sharon, their children, Matthew, Nathan, and Bradley, and the entire congregation may look to the future with anticipation and joy as they continue their spiritual journey in their new church home, which stands today as a tribute to the dedication of its members, past and present, who have devoted their time, energy, and financial resources to ensure its continued existence as a house of God; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate the Reverend Mark Akers and the members of Victorious Life Church on the completion of their new facility and commend them for their outstanding contributions to the spiritual enrichment of their community; 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.