SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 21

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Saint John's Evangelical Lutheran Church of San Antonio on the grand occasion of its 150th anniversary; and

WHEREAS, The clergy of the church has ministered faithfully over the years to the spiritual needs of innumerable area citizens; and

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

WHEREAS, The church has become an invaluable source of strength for its members during times of hardship and bereavement and is a place to share times of abundance and joy with others; and

WHEREAS, The church's yearlong anniversary celebration will begin on January 21, 2007, with a festival worship service with the Reverend Herbert Brokering officiating; and

WHEREAS, The celebration of its 150th 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,

80th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the members of the congregation of Saint John's Evangelical Lutheran Church on the occasion of its 150th anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the church as a memento of this special occasion. Van de Putte

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 22, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate