89R34606 CJM-D
 
  By: Hughes S.R. No. 678
 
 
 
R E S O L U T I O N
         WHEREAS, The members of Buchanan First Baptist Church of
  Texarkana celebrated the 100th anniversary of their church's
  founding on March 30, 2025; and
         WHEREAS, One of the oldest churches in Bowie County, Buchanan
  First Baptist Church traces its origins to 1925, when a group of 14
  charter members gathered in a private home to organize a new church;
  the congregation originally worshiped out of a one-room sanctuary,
  which subsequently underwent a number of additions and renovations
  and was relocated to South Lake Drive in 1947; the membership held
  the first services in the current church building on Buchanan Loop
  Road in August 1995; in order to meet the needs of the growing
  congregation, a family life and education center were added nearly
  a decade later; and
         WHEREAS, Since its organization, Buchanan First Baptist
  Church has benefited from the dedicated efforts of many outstanding
  members of the clergy, including Pastor Rick Rothwell, who has led
  the congregation for the past four years; and
         WHEREAS, United by their shared faith and strong traditions,
  the members of this notable house of worship have established a
  variety of commendable programs that foster fellowship and offer
  help to those in need, including ministries for men, women, youth,
  and the elderly; and
         WHEREAS, Countless residents of the Texarkana area have
  looked to Buchanan First Baptist Church for spiritual guidance over
  the years, and it is a pleasure to join in honoring the church at
  this special time in its rich history; now, therefore, be it
         RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature
  hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of Buchanan First Baptist
  Church in Texarkana and extend to its members sincere best wishes
  for the future; and, be it further
         RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
  prepared for the church as an expression of high regard by the Texas
  Senate.