SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 798

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Denny D. Davis for his 20 years of loyal service as senior pastor of Saint John Church; and

WHEREAS, Over the last 20 years, Pastor Davis has ministered faithfully to the temporal and spiritual needs of innumerable Christians; and

WHEREAS, Under his outstanding leadership, Saint John Church has provided enlightenment, hope, and support to the community; and

WHEREAS, Pastor Davis is dedicated to helping others and is a source of inspiration to his followers; celebrations in his honor, and in honor of First Lady Reverend Wanda Bolton-Davis, are taking place in May; the theme chosen for the 20th anniversary of his service is "Committed to Service--A Time of Reflection"; and

WHEREAS, A man of spiritual depth and devotion, Pastor Davis has performed countless ceremonies and has prayed for and counseled church members in times of hardship and bereavement; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby join the members of Saint John Church in commending Dr. Denny D. Davis for his outstanding service to the church, his fellow man, and the community; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard 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 April 19, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate