88R29178 BHH-D
By: Davis H.R. No. 1682
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The members of New Hope Baptist Church in Dallas are
celebrating the 150th anniversary of the congregation's founding on
July 23, 2023; and
WHEREAS, The oldest African American church in Dallas, New
Hope Baptist traces its roots back to 1873, when a prayer group
began meeting in the home of Sister Mattie Rainey; the group later
contacted the American Baptist Home Mission Society, and traveling
missionary Reverend John Hay was sent to formally organize the
church; and
WHEREAS, Since its inception, this notable house of worship
has played a vital role in the community, providing its members with
myriad opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and
outreach; and
WHEREAS, The congregation has benefited from the able
leadership of many dedicated pastors over the years, and today that
tradition of service is continued by Dr. Damien N. Williams; and
WHEREAS, New Hope Baptist Church has long served as a source
of inspiration and guidance to those who worship there, and its
continued existence is a testament to the unwavering commitment of
its members and clergy, both past and present; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate the 150th anniversary of New Hope
Baptist Church and extend to the congregation 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 by the Texas
House of Representatives.