By: Slaton H.R. No. 948
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, Holy Thursday, the fifth day of Holy Week, is being
  observed on April 6, 2023; and
         WHEREAS, For Christians, Holy Thursday is one of the most
  sacred days of the liturgical calendar; it holds special importance
  to Catholics and members of some Protestant denominations, marking
  the end of Lent and the beginning of the Easter Triduum, the
  three-day celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus
  Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, that concludes on Easter
  Sunday; and
         WHEREAS, Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper and, in
  the Catholic tradition, Christ's institution of the Eucharist, the
  Mass, and the priesthood; the holiday's popular name, Maundy
  Thursday, derives from the Latin word for "command" and refers to
  Christ's commandment to the disciples present at the Last Supper to
  "love one another"; many churches of various denominations observe
  the holiday with a Communion service and a ritual foot-washing
  ceremony, which encourages Christians to recall Christ's
  demonstration of humility and self-sacrifice; and
         WHEREAS, The observance of Holy Thursday represents a solemn
  and deeply meaningful occasion for millions of adherents of
  Christianity, and it is indeed fitting to acknowledge its enduring
  significance to countless Texans; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby commemorate Holy Thursday 2023.