SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 107
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Green Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on the
occasion of its 100th anniversary, which is being celebrated
March 13 through 20, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Green Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
traces its beginnings to a congregation established in 1911 by
the Reverend Richard Green in the City of Independent Heights, an
all-African American community with its own municipal
government; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, the church has ministered
faithfully to the spiritual needs of countless people; and
WHEREAS, Under the guidance and wise stewardship of its
pastors, and with the outstanding leadership of its current
pastor, the Reverend Eddie G. Reed, Jr., the church has continued
to grow and to play a vital role in the life of the community; and
WHEREAS, Green Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
has become an invaluable source of strength for its members
during times of hardship and bereavement and a place of
fellowship during times of abundance and celebration; and
WHEREAS, The commemoration of its 100th anniversary is an
expression of the church's enduring commitment to its mission of
providing enlightenment and hope to its congregation; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and members
of Green Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church on the joyous
occasion of its 100th anniversary; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the church as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Whitmire
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 26, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate