By: Slaton H.R. No. 961
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, April 7, 2023, marks the celebration of Good Friday,
  an important day in the Christian Holy Week; and
         WHEREAS, Good Friday, which takes place on the last Friday
  before Easter, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the
  only begotten Son of God; according to the Holy Scriptures, Jesus
  was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, scourged, crowned with
  thorns, and carried the cross to Calvary where He was crucified,
  offering Himself for the salvation of all mankind; on Easter
  Sunday, he was risen from the tomb; and
         WHEREAS, Today, many Christians observe Good Friday by
  fasting or abstaining from eating meat, attending special church
  services, and taking time for solemn reflection; and
         WHEREAS, Good Friday is a sacred day on the Christian
  calendar, and it is a pleasure to join in recognizing this important
  observance; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
  Legislature hereby commemorate Good Friday in 2023.