85R31337 CJM-D By: Gervin-Hawkins H.R. No. 2261 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The Kingdom Council of Interdependent Christian Churches and Ministries is marking its 25th anniversary in 2017, and this occasion provides a fitting opportunity to honor this notable organization; and WHEREAS, Founded by the husband and wife team of Bishop David M. Copeland and the Reverend Dr. Claudette A. Copeland, the council is an international, interdenominational fellowship of churches and clergy dedicated to cultivating spiritual leaders, fostering vital ministries, and strengthening families; and WHEREAS, While working to share and preserve biblical traditions and teachings, the Kingdom Council seeks to advance both the internal development and the outreach efforts of its religious community; the organization benefits from the expert leadership of Bishop Copeland, who also serves as senior pastor of the New Creation Christian Fellowship in San Antonio; and WHEREAS, Over the past quarter century, the Kingdom Council has empowered Christian leaders to make a positive difference in the lives of countless individuals and families in the United States and beyond, and its members are indeed deserving of special recognition as they celebrate this important milestone in the history of their organization; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Kingdom Council of Interdependent Christian Churches and Ministries and extend to all those associated with the council sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for the organization as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.