H.R. No. 2042
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, First United Methodist Church of Irving has been a
source of comfort and inspiration for North Texans since its
founding in 1908; and
WHEREAS, Under the guidance of the Reverend H. M. Read, 14
charter members committed to support the establishment of a
Methodist church for Irving residents at a brush arbor revival
meeting in the summer of 1908; parishioners initially worshiped in
a school building until a sanctuary was completed, and through the
years, a number of building programs have expanded the church
facilities to accommodate its growing membership; congregants
today enjoy a family life center, a children's building, and a new
sanctuary, which was dedicated in 2002; and
WHEREAS, Currently led by Senior Pastor David Turner, First
United Methodist offers numerous opportunities for spiritual
enrichment through a variety of outreach ministries, some as
cooperative ventures with other area houses of worship and
community organizations; and
WHEREAS, Sustained by a common purpose, warm fellowship, and
inspired leadership, the members of First United Methodist Church
have remained constant in their devotion to their faith, and it is a
pleasure to commemorate this joyous occasion in the life of their
church; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 101st anniversary of First
United Methodist Church and extend to the congregation sincere best
wishes for many more years of shared prayer and fellowship; 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
House of Representatives.
Harper-Brown
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2042 was adopted by the House on May
19, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House