SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 802

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the residents of the Greater Channel Area who are observing the National Day of Prayer on May 7, 2009; and

WHEREAS, On the National Day of Prayer, members of all faiths are encouraged to come together to pray according to their own tradition and in their own way; and

WHEREAS, Civic prayers and national days of prayer have had a long and enduring history in America, dating back to the First Continental Congress in 1775; the annual National Day of Prayer was established by Congress in 1952; and

WHEREAS, The founders of our nation had a strong belief in God and in the power of prayer, and the National Day of Prayer is an opportunity for citizens to reflect on our history and pay homage to our moral and religious heritage; and

WHEREAS, This year, for the 20th consecutive year, residents of the Greater Channel Area are gathering on the steps of Galena Park City Hall to celebrate the National Day of Prayer; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st Legislature, hereby commend the residents of the Greater Channel Area for observing the National Day of Prayer and extend best wishes for a moving and inspirational event; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the occasion as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.

Gallegos

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 30, 2009.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate