81R35418 BPG-D
By: Edwards H.R. No. 2783
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, Reverend Keefe Cropper of Westbury United Methodist
Church in Houston has long devoted himself to serving his faith and
the greater community, and he is truly deserving of special
recognition; and
WHEREAS, A graduate of The University of Texas at Tyler,
Reverend Cropper received his bachelor's degree in psychology and
worked in the drafting and engineering fields for 13 years before he
was called to the ministry; he earned his Master of Divinity degree
from the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist
University; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Cropper began his career in the pulpit at
Flint United Methodist Church in 1987 and served six other
congregations before becoming senior pastor of Westbury United
Methodist Church in 2007; he is currently conducting research in
the area of evangelism and mission as a Polycarp Fellow; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Reverend Cropper enjoys the
love and support of his wife, Tina, and two sons, Michael and
Stephen; his genuine regard for the welfare of others has enriched
the lives of many people, and by sharing his knowledge and
experience with his fellow congregants, he is benefiting his
community in countless ways; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas
Legislature hereby honor Reverend Keefe Cropper for his
contributions to the community and extend to him best wishes for
continued success in his good works; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Reverend Cropper as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.