By: Slaton H.R. No. 961
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, April 7, 2023, marks the celebration of Good Friday,
an important day in the Christian Holy Week; and
WHEREAS, Good Friday, which takes place on the last Friday
before Easter, commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the
only begotten Son of God; according to the Holy Scriptures, Jesus
was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, scourged, crowned with
thorns, and carried the cross to Calvary where He was crucified,
offering Himself for the salvation of all mankind; on Easter
Sunday, he was risen from the tomb; and
WHEREAS, Today, many Christians observe Good Friday by
fasting or abstaining from eating meat, attending special church
services, and taking time for solemn reflection; and
WHEREAS, Good Friday is a sacred day on the Christian
calendar, and it is a pleasure to join in recognizing this important
observance; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 88th Texas
Legislature hereby commemorate Good Friday in 2023.