SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 63

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Holy Cross Catholic Church in Dallas on the grand occasion of the dedication ceremony for the new church sanctuary; and

WHEREAS, Holy Cross Parish was formed in 1956 to serve the residents of southern Oak Cliff and the patients in the veterans hospital; and

WHEREAS, Over the last 55 years, the church has ministered faithfully to the needs of Dallas citizens; the church celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2006, and the dedication ceremony for the new church sanctuary takes place this year on March 6; and

WHEREAS, The church has long served its members as an invaluable source of strength during times of hardship, and its ministerial services to others have been numerous; in 2005, the church played an important role in helping the many families displaced by Hurricane Katrina; and

WHEREAS, The dedication of the new sanctuary is an opportunity to celebrate the church's contributions to area citizens and to express appreciation for the inspiration and support it 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 Holy Cross Catholic Church on the joyous occasion of the new sanctuary dedication; 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.

West

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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