SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 773
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Pastor Joe Fred Russell on the occasion of his 20th
anniversary as pastor of Greater Jerusalem Missionary Baptist
Church, which is being celebrated May 28, 2017; and
WHEREAS, After having served as pastor of Mount Olive
Baptist Church in Corrigan, Pastor Russell became a pastor at
Greater Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church on May 7, 1997; under
his outstanding leadership, the church has continued to grow and
to play a vital role in the life of the community; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Russell has been instrumental in the
creation of numerous new ministries, projects, and programs,
including a renovation of the church and the creation of a bus
ministry, a counseling center, and a community recreation center;
he led the way as members overcame the hardships imposed by the
severe damage to the church from Hurricane Ike; and
WHEREAS, A man of spiritual depth and devotion, he has
performed countless ceremonies and rites; he has prayed with and
counseled church members in times of hardship and bereavement and
rejoiced with them in times of prosperity and celebration; and
WHEREAS, An accomplished scholar and theologian, Pastor
Russell has had a profound impact on the lives of countless
people; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Pastor Joe Fred Russell on 20 years
of exceptional service to the congregation of Greater Jerusalem
Missionary Baptist Church; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
him as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Garcia
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 15, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate