H.R. No. 2391
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church of
San Antonio are marking a joyous event on November 22, 2009, with
the commemoration of the 95th anniversary of their church's
founding; and
WHEREAS, Organized in 1914 under the leadership of the
Reverend Ollie Edwards of New Light Church, the early congregants
met in each other's homes until a structure could be obtained for
services; in 1915, Greater Mount Olive members were provided free
meeting space in a building owned by a Mr. Oppenheimer, and in 1917,
the building and land were purchased for $750; and
WHEREAS, Greater Mount Olive has benefited from the
dedication of outstanding pastors, including Dr. J. N. Byrd, who
served for 49 years, and the Reverend A. W. Cole, who has guided the
church since 1983; and
WHEREAS, Responsive to the physical and spiritual needs of
members of the church and the Alamo City, the congregation of
Greater Mount Olive supports programs such as vacation Bible school
and a food pantry, as well as an outreach ministry; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, Greater Mount Olive Baptist
Church has been a source of strength, comfort, and inspiration to
its members, and it is fitting that its clergy and parishioners,
both past and present, be honored on this celebratory occasion;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Reverend Cole and the congregants
of Greater Mount Olive Baptist Church on the 95th anniversary of
their church and extend to all involved 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.
McClendon
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 2391 was adopted by the House on May
28, 2009, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House