H.R. No. 915

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, The year 2009 marks the 26th anniversary of the founding of Camp Wisdom United Methodist Church of Dallas, and on March 29, the congregation is commemorating this significant event in the history of the church; and

WHEREAS, This congregation supports several ministries with diverse purposes; the Magnification Ministry enhances the spiritual experience of the church through musicians, singers, dancers, and others while the Membership Ministry focuses on fellowship, including services such as bereavement counseling and weddings; the Mission Ministry seeks effective evangelical communication of and modern accessibility to the gospels, and the Maturity Ministry helps foster spiritual development in congregants by guiding their faith through all stages of life; and

WHEREAS, Under the inspired leadership of senior pastor Dr. Janet Bell Odom, the members of Camp Wisdom UMC also focus on giving back to the community through external programs such as Clothes Closet, Food Pantry, Prison Ministry, and other outreach efforts; and

WHEREAS, Since its founding, Camp Wisdom United Methodist Church has remained a source of strength, comfort, and inspiration to area residents, and it is fitting that its clergy and congregants, both past and present, be honored on this occasion; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby honor Camp Wisdom United Methodist Church on the occasion of its 26th anniversary and extend to all those involved with the church sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the congregation as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Mallory Caraway Davis of Dallas

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 915 was adopted by the House on March 26, 2009, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House