SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 163
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Reverend Julius L. Jackson, Jr., on the grand occasion
of his 50th birthday; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Jackson was born February 17, 1959, in
Beaumont; at the age of 10, he moved with his family to Fort
Worth, where he was a 1976 graduate of O. D. Wyatt High School;
and
WHEREAS, He attended college in Georgia and Indiana, and he
earned a bachelor's degree in theological studies in 1988; he is
currently pursuing a postgraduate degree through Andersonville
Theological Seminary; and
WHEREAS, Pastor of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in
Fort Worth, Reverend Jackson has devoted his time and energy
unselfishly to the members of his church and his community; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Jackson is an accomplished scholar and
theologian, and he has continued the legacy of his father,
Reverend Julius L. Jackson, Sr., with his emphasis on strong
biblical teaching, preaching, and pastoral leadership; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Jackson has played a leadership role in
many ministerial organizations, including the Baptist Minister's
Union, the Original Harmony Baptist District Association, and
the Progressive Baptist State Convention of Texas; he is truly
deserving of recognition as he reaches this milestone in his
life; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 81st
Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to Reverend Julius L.
Jackson, Jr., for a happy and memorable 50th birthday; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Davis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on February 10, 2009.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate