82S10351 JNC-D
By: Hughes H.R. No. 74
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of First Baptist Church in Hawkins are
celebrating the 100th anniversary of their church's founding on
June 11 and 12, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Since its organization a century ago, First Baptist
Church in Hawkins has benefited from the dedicated efforts of many
outstanding clergymen, including Dr. William H. "Bill" Holmes, who
leads the congregation today; and
WHEREAS, United by their shared faith and strong traditions,
the members of this notable house of worship support a variety of
commendable programs that offer fellowship as well as help to those
in need; today, the church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist
Convention, the Baptist General Convention of Texas, and the Smith
Baptist Association; and
WHEREAS, Countless Hawkins residents have looked to First
Baptist Church for spiritual enrichment and guidance through the
years, and it is a pleasure to join in honoring the church at this
special time in its rich history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commemorate the 100th
anniversary of the establishment of First Baptist Church in Hawkins
and extend to all of 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.