SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 704

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Houston on the grand occasion of its 90th anniversary, which is being celebrated April 28, 2007; and

WHEREAS, The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral has its roots in a congregation that was formed by a small group of Greek immigrants in 1917; the original church was located at what is today Tranquility Park in downtown Houston; the church later moved to the larger grounds that border Yoakum Boulevard; and

WHEREAS, Over the years, the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral has ministered faithfully to the temporal and spiritual needs of innumerable people; and

WHEREAS, Due to the wise stewardship of the founding immigrants and the clergy and congregations who followed them, the church has continued to grow and to play a vital role in the life of the community; and

WHEREAS, The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral is an invaluable source of strength for its members during times of hardship and bereavement and a source of joy during times of bounty and celebration; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 80th Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and members of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral on the joyous occasion of its 90th anniversary; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the church as a memento of this occasion. Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 16, 2007.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate