SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 22 WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Dr. Dana Carson for his exemplary service to Reflections of Christ's Kingdom World Outreach International; and WHEREAS, Dr. Carson serves as senior pastor of the church, also known as the ROCK, in Alvin, Texas; as an apostle, he also provides oversight for more than 100 congregations around the world located in Texas, Mississippi, New York, the Philippines, Cameroon, Liberia, and South Africa; and WHEREAS, A native of the South Side of Chicago, Dr. Carson has overcome tremendous obstacles to achieve his ministerial position; although he dropped out of high school, he went on to earn degrees from Wiley College and Oral Roberts University, as well as three doctoral degrees, including a doctorate of ministry from Boston University; and WHEREAS, Due to his leadership, Reflections of Christ's Kingdom World Outreach International has had a profound influence on the lives of countless people; in addition, through DCM Consulting, he has worked to help churches grow and develop effective ministries; he also established Carson Kingdom Institute, an online Bible college that helps laypeople receive a firm foundation in Biblical doctrine and ministerial training; and WHEREAS, An accomplished scholar and theologian, Dr. Carson has devoted his time and energy unselfishly to the members of his church and to people around the world; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 83rd Legislature, 2nd Called Session, hereby commend Dr. Dana Carson on his exceptional ministry and his outstanding service as senior pastor of Christ's Kingdom World Outreach International in Alvin and extend to him best wishes for continued success in all his endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for him as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Ellis ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on July 9, 2013. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate