SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 99
	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
	recognize the Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church of
	Houston, Texas, on the grand occasion of its 130th anniversary,
	which is being celebrated August 14, 2011; and
	WHEREAS, Over the last 130 years, the Brown Chapel African
	Methodist Episcopal Church has ministered faithfully to the
	needs of the citizens of Houston, and due to the guidance and wise
	stewardship of its current pastor, Reverend Dr. Ruben Braziel,
	the church has undertaken many worthy projects in the community;
	and
	WHEREAS, The church was organized during a meeting that
	took place on July 10, 1881; it was planned with the intention of
	serving the West End and Chaneyville communities, which later
	became the Sixth Ward; the church was named in honor of its first
	pastor, Reverend Louis Brown; and
	WHEREAS, Throughout its history, the church has served as
	an invaluable source of strength to its members during their
	hardships and in difficult times; and
	WHEREAS, The observance of the church's 130th anniversary
	is an opportunity to celebrate its contributions to area citizens
	and to show appreciation for the support and inspiration it
	provides the community; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
	Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby extend best wishes to the
	clergy and members of Brown Chapel African Methodist Episcopal
	Church on the joyous occasion of its 130th anniversary; and, be
	it further
	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
	the church in honor of this special occasion.
	Ellis
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		President of the Senate
		I hereby certify that the
		above Resolution was adopted by
		the Senate on June 24, 2011.
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		Secretary of the Senate
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		Member, Texas Senate