SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 55
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church in
Houston on the occasion of its 130th anniversary, which is being
celebrated August 14, 2011; and
WHEREAS, Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
traces its roots to a congregation that was officially organized
on July 10, 1881; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Brown Chapel African Methodist
Episcopal Church has ministered to the temporal and spiritual
needs of countless people; it has steadfastly engaged in carrying
out the spirit of the original Free African Society, the
18th-century movement from which the denomination arose; and
WHEREAS, Under the guidance and wise stewardship of its
previous pastors, and with the outstanding leadership of its
current pastor, Dr. Ruben D. Braziel, the church has continued to
grow and to play a vital role in the life of the community; and
WHEREAS, Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church
has become an invaluable font of strength for church members
during times of hardship and bereavement and a source of
fellowship during times of abundance and joy; and
WHEREAS, The celebration of its 130th 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, 1st Called Session, hereby extend best wishes to the
clergy and members of Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal
Church on the joyous occasion of its 130th 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 June 16, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate