H.R. No. 460
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The Reverend Joshua LeBetts Pryor of New Birth
Missionary Baptist Church in Dallas is serving as Pastor of the Day
for the Texas House of Representatives on March 19, 2025; and
WHEREAS, A Dallas native, Reverend Pryor followed in the
footsteps of his parents, Pastor Michael Dwain Pryor and Sister
Stephanie Denise Pryor, in pursuing a life of ministerial service;
after graduating from Trinity Christian School, he obtained his
associate's degree from Southwestern Christian College and his
bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas; he
subsequently earned his teaching certification, and he has since
undertaken studies at Southern Bible Institute and College to
deepen his understanding of theology and further develop his skills
as a clergyman; and
WHEREAS, Reverend Pryor was ordained on January 10, 2021, and
he served as executive minister of New Birth Missionary Baptist
under the leadership of his father for the next three years;
following his father's passing in January 2024, he assumed the
pulpit of New Birth, and his able stewardship of the church has
earned him the respect and admiration of his congregation; and
WHEREAS, In all his endeavors, Reverend Pryor derives great
inspiration and support from his wife, Michelle Pryor, who has
served by his side as the first lady of New Birth Missionary
Baptist; the couple are the loving parents of two children,
Immanuel and Jewel; and
WHEREAS, Joshua Pryor exemplifies the highest standards of
his vocation, and over the years, he has inspired countless Texans
through his messages of faith and goodwill; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas
Legislature hereby honor the Reverend Joshua Pryor for his service
as Pastor of the Day and extend to him sincere best wishes for
continued success and fulfillment in his ministry; and, be it
further
RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be
prepared for Reverend Pryor as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Y. Davis of Dallas
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 460 was adopted by the House on March
31, 2025, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House