SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 850
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church in Luling on the
auspicious occasion of its 164th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, Named for its proximity to the San Marcos River,
San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church was established on April 30,
1853, by charter members William Baker, Vashti Baker, Hannah
Daniels, I. D. Owen, and Sylvanna Daniels; around 1869, the original
church was destroyed in a flash flood, and the current sanctuary
was constructed in 1886; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, the church has ministered faithfully
to the needs of innumerable Christians; it has been an invaluable
source of strength for members in times of hardship and
bereavement and a source of fellowship in times of prosperity and
celebration; and
WHEREAS, Under the guidance and wise stewardship of its
pastors and under the outstanding leadership of its current
pastor, Elder Phil Nigh, the church has continued to grow and to
undertake many worthy projects in the community; and
WHEREAS, San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church is one of the
oldest churches in Texas, and it was honored with an Official
Texas Historical Marker in May of 1985; congregants celebrated
the church's 164th anniversary with a special ceremony on May 6,
2017; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby extend best wishes to the clergy and members
of San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church on the joyous occasion of
its 164th anniversary; 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.
Zaffirini
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 23, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate