SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 84
WHEREAS, The members of New Harmony Baptist Church in Tyler
marked a momentous event in their history with the celebration of
the church's 150th anniversary on April 15, 2017; and
WHEREAS, The congregation of New Harmony was organized in
the aftermath of the Civil War in April 1867, when 18 people came
together to establish a new spiritual home in a community 12
miles northwest of Tyler; its first building, a log cabin
structure, was erected on the site that later became the New
Harmony Cemetery; in 1907, the church family moved to its current
location, where worship services are held in what is now its
sixth sanctuary; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, New Harmony Baptist has
benefited from the leadership of a succession of able pastors,
who have overseen the creation of numerous ministries to serve
the needs of the congregation and the community; today, the
church sponsors programs specifically for men, women, youth, and
seniors, along with support groups for individuals coping with
grief and other life situations; in addition, the church seeks to
encourage members in their evangelism through a variety of
mission opportunities; and
WHEREAS, Generations of area residents have looked to New
Harmony Baptist Church for inspiration, guidance, and fellowship
over the years, and it is a pleasure to recognize the steadfast
faith and dedication that have sustained the church across three
centuries; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commemorate the 150th
anniversary of New Harmony Baptist Church and extend to the
congregation sincere best wishes for the future; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the church as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate.
Hughes
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 31, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate