81R32208 MDM-D
By: Frost H.R. No. 2194
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of Rocky Point Congregational Methodist
Church in Cass County marked a momentous event in the history of
their church with the celebration of its 100th anniversary on April
26, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Organized in April 1909 with 18 charter members led
by the Reverend C. S. Black, the church is located 1-1/2 miles east
of Naples on what is now Highway 77, just south of Marietta; the
first officers to serve were B. B. Bunting, deacon; C. N. Wright and
Alba McDowell, stewards; and J. M. McDowell, secretary; and
WHEREAS, The congregation initially met in a schoolhouse that
later became the church building; remodeled in 1929, it was
replaced in 1963 with the current hilltop brick structure, which
features stained glass windows, a parsonage, and a fellowship hall;
and
WHEREAS, The church is now under the leadership of Jeff
Lohrstofer, and it is benefiting greatly from his service and the
support of his wife, Vicki Lohrstofer; and
WHEREAS, Sustained by a common purpose, warm fellowship, and
inspired teaching, the congregants of Rocky Point Congregational
Methodist Church have remained steadfast in their dedication to
their faith, and in their service to the world around them, and the
church's continued existence is a tribute to the unwavering
commitment of its members, both past and present; now, therefore,
be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Rocky
Point Congregational Methodist Church and extend to its pastor and
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
House of Representatives.