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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, April 7, 2023, marks the celebration of Good Friday, |
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an important day in the Christian Holy Week; and |
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WHEREAS, Good Friday, which takes place on the last Friday |
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before Easter, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the |
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only begotten Son of God; according to the Holy Scriptures, Jesus |
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was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, scourged, crowned with |
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thorns, and carried the cross to Calvary where He was crucified, |
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offering Himself for the salvation of all mankind; on Easter |
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Sunday, he was risen from the tomb; and |
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WHEREAS, Today, many Christians observe Good Friday by |
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fasting or abstaining from eating meat, attending special church |
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services, and taking time for solemn reflection; and |
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WHEREAS, Good Friday is a sacred day on the Christian |
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calendar, and it is a pleasure to join in recognizing this important |
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observance; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate Good Friday in 2023. |