H.R. No. 1755
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of the First United Methodist Church in
Crowley are celebrating the 120th anniversary of their church's
founding on October 12, 2013; and
WHEREAS, Since its inaugural meetings under an old oak tree
in 1893, First United Methodist Church has benefited from the
dedicated efforts of a number of outstanding clergy, including the
Reverend Mary Gean Cope, 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, including the Crowley House of Hope, which
provides emergency assistance for local residents; for more than
five decades, the congregation has hosted the annual Lord's Acre
Harvest Festival, which enables members of the community to
contribute to the church by donating proceeds from the sale of
produce, quilts, and a variety of handcrafted items; and
WHEREAS, Countless area residents have looked to First United
Methodist 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 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate all those associated with the First
United Methodist Church of Crowley on its 120th anniversary and
extend to 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.
Zedler
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1755 was adopted by the House on May
8, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House