SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 21
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Praise Deliverance Church of Houston on the occasion of
its Sixth Year Building Anniversary Celebration; and
WHEREAS, Praise Deliverance Church was founded by Dr. Carolyn
Boyd Sion; the church began its outreach in the shelter of a tent,
but in 2007 moved into a building, where its ministries could
flourish and better play a role in the life of the Fifth Ward
community; the theme of this year's celebration is "From the
Wilderness to the Promised Land"; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, the church has ministered to
the temporal and spiritual needs of countless people; it has
become an invaluable source of strength for church members during
times of hardship and bereavement and a place of fellowship
during times of abundance and celebration; and
WHEREAS, Praise Deliverance Church also offers the community
an array of social services, including counseling, literary classes,
food assistance, and a program to help reunite ex-offenders with
their families; and
WHEREAS, The celebration of this anniversary is a reflection
of the church's enduring commitment to providing enlightenment and
hope to its members; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd
Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby extend best wishes to
the clergy and congregation of Praise Deliverance Church on the
joyous occasion of its Sixth Year Building Anniversary Celebration;
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 July 9, 2013.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate