TITLE: Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the founding of St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church in Dallas.

SUMMARY: Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the founding of St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church in Dallas.

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WHEREAS, For 80 years, families have come together to celebrate their faith at St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church in Dallas; and WHEREAS, Established in 1933, St. Luke is now one of the largest predominantly African American churches in United Methodism, with some 5,000 members; parishioners of the church support a wide range of ministries, which offer opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and community outreach; and WHEREAS, The church is served by a dedicated staff and ably led by the Reverend Dr. Henry L. Masters, Sr., who assumed the office of senior pastor in July 2012; and WHEREAS, St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church has long been a source of inspiration and guidance to those who worship there, and its continued existence is a tribute to the unwavering commitment of its members, both past and present; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby honor St. Luke "Community" United Methodist Church on the 80th anniversary of its founding and extend to all those associated with the church sincere best wishes for many more years of shared prayer and fellowship; 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. Johnson Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 694 was adopted by the House on March 13, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House