SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 1058

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Pastor Ellery A. Richard for his outstanding service to his congregation and his community; and

WHEREAS, Pastor of Second Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Houston, he has ministered faithfully to the temporal and spiritual needs of countless people; and

WHEREAS, Inspirational and dedicated to helping others, this beloved pastor has devoted his time and energy unselfishly to the members of his church and the residents of Houston; he has a passion for teaching people how to practice their faith in their daily lives and for mentoring young preachers in the performance of their duties in the ministry; and

WHEREAS, A man of vision and spiritual depth, Pastor Richard has performed countless ceremonies and has prayed with and counseled his congregation during times of hardship and bereavement and rejoiced with them in times of abundance and celebration; and

WHEREAS, Pastor Richard is an accomplished scholar and theologian who furthered his academic studies at Houston Baptist University; he has had a profound influence on the lives of countless people; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Pastor Ellery A. Richard on his exceptional service to his church and his community and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him 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 May 21, 2011.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate