SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 722

WHEREAS, Dr. Craig Curry, the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Plano, is serving as Pastor of the Day for the Texas Senate on May 4, 2017; and

WHEREAS, Pastor Curry earned a bachelor's degree in behavioral science from Hardin-Simmons University, and he went on to receive a master of divinity degree from Logsdon Seminary and a doctor of ministry degree from George W. Truett Theological Seminary; he was licensed to the ministry in 1999 and ordained in 2006; and

WHEREAS, This respected clergyman began his career preaching at revivals, camps, and weekend events; over the years, he has served as a senior pastor at the First Baptist Churches in Cisco and Dripping Springs; he has ably led the congregation at First Baptist Church of Plano since May 2016; and

WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Pastor Curry enjoys the love and support of his wife, Fallon, and their two children, Lylah and Shepherd; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Craig Curry has inspired countless people with his message of faith and goodwill, and it is a pleasure to welcome him to this chamber; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th Legislature, hereby honor Dr. Craig Curry for his service as Pastor of the Day and extend to him sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Pastor Curry as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.

Taylor of Collin

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President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on May 4, 2017.

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Secretary of the Senate

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Member, Texas Senate