TITLE: Recognizing Vivian and Gary M. Renfro on the occasion of their 10th pastoral anniversary at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Austin.

SUMMARY: Recognizing Vivian and Gary M. Renfro on the occasion of their 10th pastoral anniversary at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Austin.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize Pastor Gary M. Renfro and First Lady Vivian Renfro on the occasion of their 10th pastoral anniversary at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church in Austin; and WHEREAS, Over the last 10 years, Pastor Renfro has ministered faithfully to the temporal and spiritual needs of many people; under his outstanding leadership, the church has continued to grow and to play a vital role in the life of the community; and WHEREAS, Pastor and First Lady Renfro have served the church with distinction while holding down full-time jobs and raising their twin daughters, Rachel and Rebekah; their commitment and dedication have set an outstanding example for all who know them; and WHEREAS, Through the years, Pastor Renfro has performed countless ceremonies for church members; he has prayed with and counseled them during times of hardship and bereavement and rejoiced with them in times of prosperity and celebration; and WHEREAS, Inspirational and dedicated to helping others, Pastor and First Lady Renfro have given generously of their time and energy to serve the community and the congregation of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd Legislature, hereby commend Pastor Gary M. Renfro and First Lady Vivian Renfro on their 10 years of outstanding service at Corinth Missionary Baptist Church and extend to them best wishes for continued success in all their endeavors; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for this distinguished couple as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Watson President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on February 28, 2011.