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PROCLAMATION NO. 2005-28
WHEREAS In 1869, Reverend J. J. Rhinehardt organized the First Missionary Baptist Church and was pastor from 1869 to 1876; and
WHEREAS Nineteen pastors have served since Reverend Rhinehardt, each making significant contributions, both spiritually and physically; and
WHEREAS Land was purchased across 10th Street from the original wooden structure, and a brick structure was erected; to this was later added an Education Facility to house the new ministries
and needs of the community; and
WHEREAS A new and refreshing attitude developed into a spiritual evolution between the Kingdom of God, the members of the Church, the Huntsville community and it’s youth and young adults;
and
WHEREAS Today exists a Youth Revival, Vacation Bible School, Youth Choir, Senior Mission, Music Workshop, Mid-Week Bible Study, Bus Ministry a Scholarship Program Tape and Track Ministry,
and an Evangelistic Outreach Program; and
WHEREAS After approximately 136 years, the wonderful guidance of the many pastors we have had, the example of the life of Jesus Christ to follow, the dedicated service of so many members
and former members of the First Missionary Baptist Church officers and friends, a community of loving associates, and a God who is forever watchful and directing us, let us be thankful;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me as
Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
August 28, 2005
be declared:
FIRST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH’s
136TH ANNIVERSARY AND
54TH HOMECOMING
in Huntsville, Texas, and encourage the citizens of Huntsville to congratulate First Missionary Baptist Church on their service to our community.
PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 28th day of August 2005.
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J. TURNER, MAYOR