H.R. No. 344
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The congregants of Greater Corinth Baptist Church in
San Antonio honored their pastor, Dr. Carl Johnson, during the week
of October 4 through 11, 2009, with the theme "Celebrating the
Retirement of God's Under-Shepherd--a Prophet, a Priest, and a
Pastor/Teacher"; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Johnson was born in Kansas City, Missouri, and
grew up in Kansas City, Kansas; he is the son of Eddie Mae Johnson
and Dr. A. L. Johnson, Sr., under whose leadership he was licensed
and ordained in the New Light Baptist Church in Bonner Springs,
Kansas; and
WHEREAS, A highly educated religious leader, he earned a
bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, a
master's degree from Central Baptist Theological Seminary in
Kansas, and a doctor of ministry degree from St. Paul School of
Theology in Missouri; over the course of his pastoral career, he led
congregations in Kansas, Missouri, and Alaska before beginning his
work at Greater Corinth Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, In guiding the San Antonio church for 18 years,
Dr. Johnson uplifted the hearts and spirits of many people who
sought his wisdom and counsel; he worked diligently to assure the
continued vitality of his congregation and the surrounding
community; moreover, he led seminars and other events throughout
the nation, and he conducted the first revival at the United States
Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado; and
WHEREAS, This esteemed clergyman has been an instructor at
American International Bible College and Seminary in San Antonio
and has served the students of Wayland University and St. Paul
School of Theology as an adjunct professor; in addition, he is a
former president of the Baptist Ministers Union of San Antonio and
Vicinity; and
WHEREAS, Dr. Johnson derives great inspiration and support
from his wife, Helen, their daughters, Arla Janeen and Daphnee
Elaine, and their grandson, Sebastian Zane; and
WHEREAS, Throughout his tenure at Greater Corinth Baptist
Church, Dr. Johnson contributed immeasurably to the life of that
congregation and worked tirelessly to advance its mission, and the
positive results of his work will continue to benefit the church
long into the future; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commend Dr. Carl Johnson for his service to
Greater Corinth Baptist Church and extend to him sincere best
wishes for a fulfilling retirement; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Dr. Johnson 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. 344 was adopted by the House on
February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House