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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, November 2006 marked the 100th anniversary of the |
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founding of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Del Rio; and |
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WHEREAS, Built in 1906, the church became the heart of the |
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local Hispanic community and has since provided a spiritual haven |
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for its faithful congregants; and |
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WHEREAS, The church has undergone many changes over the |
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course of the past century, including the additions of a rectory, |
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convent, bell tower, new sanctuary, and Catholic credit union; and |
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WHEREAS, Through the years, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church has |
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been blessed by the outstanding leadership of 23 parish priests, |
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each of whom played a role in the rich history of this venerable |
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house of worship; and |
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WHEREAS, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church stands as a testament |
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to the dedication of its members and clergy, both past and present, |
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whose time, talents, prayers, and resources have helped to ensure |
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its continued existence; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 80th Texas |
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Legislature hereby congratulate all associated with Our Lady of |
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Guadalupe Church in Del Rio on the 100th anniversary of the founding |
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of the church and extend to them best wishes for the future; and, be |
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it further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for the church as an expression of high regard by the Texas |
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House of Representatives. |