81R35566 JNC-D By: Craddick H.R. No. 2622 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Crestview Baptist Church in Midland is celebrating the dedication of its new facility on July 19, 2009; and WHEREAS, Throughout the past 55 years, Crestview Baptist Church has played a vital role in the community; providing area residents with myriad opportunities for spiritual growth, it offers a number of worthwhile programs, including mission trips, children's ministries, and support groups; and WHEREAS, The congregation has benefited from the able leadership of a number of dedicated pastors, and today that tradition of service continues under the direction of Dr. John D. Gerlach; and WHEREAS, Sustained by a common purpose, warm fellowship, and inspired teaching, the members of Crestview Baptist Church have remained steadfast in their faith and in their ministry to the world around them, and it is a pleasure to join in commemorating this special milestone in the life of their church; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas Legislature hereby honor Crestview Baptist Church of Midland on the dedication of its new facility and extend sincere best wishes for a memorable and meaningful celebration to all who are participating in this notable event; 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.