H.C.R. No. 221
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Church of the Hills in Austin has served as a source
of spiritual support for many members of the 81st Texas
Legislature; and
WHEREAS, Throughout the session, church representatives have
made weekly visits to the Capitol to offer prayers and
encouragement for legislators; and
WHEREAS, Founded by 13 families in 1985, Church of the Hills
has been led by Charles and Marquita Patterson since the beginning;
the couple also travel the globe, ministering to people in Africa,
Asia, Europe, and Latin America; and
WHEREAS, Church of the Hills also works to help develop other
churches and was instrumental in the organization of two local
churches, as well as one in Latvia; and
WHEREAS, Guided by the core values of honor, intimacy, and
integrity, this respected house of worship has contributed greatly
to the 81st Legislative Session, and it is indeed deserving of
special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the 81st Legislature of the State of Texas
hereby honor Church of the Hills for its spiritual support and
extend to all those associated with the church sincere best wishes
for the future; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Church of the Hills as an expression of high regard by
the Texas House of Representatives and Senate.
Isett
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President of the Senate Speaker of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 221 was adopted by the House on May
14, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House
I certify that H.C.R. No. 221 was adopted by the Senate on May
18, 2009, by a viva-voce vote.
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Secretary of the Senate
APPROVED: __________________
Date
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Governor