H.R. No. 99
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The First United Methodist Church of Buna has
received an official Texas State Historical Marker in recognition
of its long and notable history; and
WHEREAS, In January 1904, Tex Rogers and James, John, Ethel,
and Minnie Hancock came together to establish a Methodist church;
services were held in the town's schoolhouse until 1922, when the
congregation dedicated the building and community hall it continues
to occupy to this day; through the years, a number of additions have
been made to the structure to meet the growing needs of its members;
and
WHEREAS, The house of worship has provided area residents
with myriad opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and
community outreach, supporting such worthwhile programs as the
Epworth League, United Methodist Women and Men, and Methodist Youth
Fellowship; and
WHEREAS, The First United Methodist Church has played a
significant role in Buna, and recognition by the Texas Historical
Commission is a tribute to the unwavering commitment of its
congregants, both past and present, to their church and their
community; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the dedication of a Texas State
Historical Marker for the First United Methodist Church of Buna and
extend to its members 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.
Christian
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 99 was adopted by the House on
February 24, 2011, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House