SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 39

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize East Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Houston on the grand occasion of its 85th anniversary, which is being celebrated February 13, 2011; and

WHEREAS, The church was founded by a group of believers in 1926, and services were held at Kemper's Hall on Dowling Street until an edifice was erected on Live Oak Street in 1929; and

WHEREAS, Over the last 85 years, the church has ministered faithfully to the needs of the citizens of Houston, and due to the guidance and wise stewardship of its pastors over the years and the leadership of its current pastor, the Reverend Ronald K. Mouton, Sr., the church continues to thrive and now has 19 ministries; and

WHEREAS, The church has consistently served as an invaluable source of strength to its members during their hardships and in difficult times; and

WHEREAS, The observance of the church's 85th anniversary is an opportunity to celebrate its contributions to area citizens and pay tribute to the inspiration that its ministry provides the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and members of East Bethel Missionary Baptist Church on the joyous occasion of its 85th anniversary; and, be it further

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

Ellis

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on January 24, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate