SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 396
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Southeast Community Church of Houston, Texas, on the
grand occasion of its 52nd Annual Appreciation Day, which is
being celebrated March 27, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Over the last 52 years, the Southeast Community
Church has ministered faithfully to the needs of the citizens of
the Sunnyside community, and due to the guidance and wise
stewardship of its current pastor, Thurman H. West, the church
has undertaken many worthy projects in the community; and
WHEREAS, The church has provided bikes and toys to children
at Christmas time and food and school supplies to the needy; when
it was first established, the church began holding services in a
small home; over the years, the church grew substantially and now
has a membership of 400; after damage from Hurricane Ike,
parishioners made repairs and refurbished the Sanctuary and
Fellowship Hall; and
WHEREAS, A wise and caring church leader, Pastor West
serves as an invaluable source of strength to church members when
they are facing hardships and difficult times; and
WHEREAS, The observance of the church's 52nd Annual
Appreciation Day is an opportunity for area citizens to celebrate
its contributions to the community and to express appreciation
for the support and inspiration it continues to provide them;
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 Southeast Community Church on the joyous occasion of its 52nd
Annual Appreciation Day; 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 February 28, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate