Resolution Number: 2018-A305
Title: Express Gratitude to the Diocese of Texas
Legislative Action Taken: Adopted
Final Text:

Resolved, That the House of Bishops meeting at the 79th General Convention of The Episcopal Church, gathered in Austin, Texas, expresses its profound gratitude to the Right Reverend Andy Doyle, Bishop Diocesan of the Diocese of Texas, to the Right Reverend Dena Harrison and the Right Reverend Jeff Fisher, Bishops Suffragan, to the Right Reverend Hector Monterroso, Bishop Assistant, to the Bishop’s Staff, and to all the clergy and faithful of the Diocese, for their welcome to their Diocese and for their hard work in preparing for and hosting this Convention; and be it further

Resolved, That the House of Bishops meeting at the 79th General Convention further expresses our appreciation to all those members of the Diocese of Texas and others who have given their time and talent as volunteers in support of the work of this Convention and who have offered genuine and cheerful hospitality to us all.

Citation: General Convention, Journal of the General Convention of...The Episcopal Church, Austin, 2018 (New York: General Convention, 2018), p. 1158.

Legislative History

Author: House of Bishops Legislative Committee on Privilege and Courtesy
Originating House: House of Bishops
Originating Committee: Privilege and Courtesy

House of Bishops

The House of Bishops Committee on Privilege and Courtesy presented its Report #26 on Resolution A305 (The Diocese of Texas) and moved adoption.

Motion carried

Resolution adopted

(Communicated to the House of Deputies in HB Message #410)

Resolution Adopted by One House, July 13.

Abstract:   The House of Bishops of the 79th General Convention expresses gratitude to the bishops of the Diocese of Texas all members of the Diocese of Texas who have worked on behalf of this Convention.