SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 944
WHEREAS, The members of Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic
Church in San Antonio are celebrating the 75th anniversary of
their church's founding on May 16, 2015; and
WHEREAS, Organized in January 1940, Saint Mary Magdalen
was first led by the Reverend James M. Boyle, and a new sanctuary
was dedicated in 1960 to accommodate the growing needs of the
parish; today, it continues to benefit from the dedicated efforts
of priests from the Brothers of the Beloved Disciple, and members
of the clergy who currently provide guidance to the church
include the Reverend Joseph Marshall, pastor, the Reverend Will
Combs, parochial vicar, and David Zamora, deacon; and
WHEREAS, United by their shared faith and strong
traditions, the members of this notable house of worship have
established more than 40 ministries that foster fellowship and
offer help to those in need; the church faithfully serves the
Archdiocese of San Antonio and maintains a strong emphasis on
outreach to the wider community; and
WHEREAS, Countless Alamo City residents have looked to
Saint Mary Magdalen Catholic Church for spiritual guidance over
the years, and it is a pleasure to join in honoring the parish at
this special time in its rich history; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commemorate the 75th anniversary of Saint
Mary Magdalen Catholic Church 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 from the
Texas Senate.
Menéndez
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 21, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate