SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 39
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize East Bethel Missionary Baptist Church of Houston on the
grand occasion of its 85th anniversary, which is being celebrated
February 13, 2011; and
WHEREAS, The church was founded by a group of believers in
1926, and services were held at Kemper's Hall on Dowling Street
until an edifice was erected on Live Oak Street in 1929; and
WHEREAS, Over the last 85 years, the church has ministered
faithfully to the needs of the citizens of Houston, and due to the
guidance and wise stewardship of its pastors over the years and
the leadership of its current pastor, the Reverend Ronald K.
Mouton, Sr., the church continues to thrive and now has 19
ministries; and
WHEREAS, The church has consistently served as an
invaluable source of strength to its members during their
hardships and in difficult times; and
WHEREAS, The observance of the church's 85th anniversary is
an opportunity to celebrate its contributions to area citizens
and pay tribute to the inspiration that its ministry provides the
community; 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 East Bethel Missionary Baptist Church on the joyous occasion
of its 85th 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.
Ellis
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 24, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate