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This resolution honors Donald K. Stephens for his transformative work as the founder and president emeritus of Mercy Ships, a global Christian missionary organization that provides free medical care to people in low- and middle-income countries. Founded in 1978 with his wife Deyon, Mercy Ships operates two hospital ships - the Africa Mercy and the Global Mercy - which have directly benefited nearly three million people through free surgical procedures like cleft lip repair, cataract removal, and facial reconstruction. Stephens, who also authored three books and hosted a daily radio broadcast called "The Mercy Minute" for over two decades, has been recognized for his humanitarian efforts, including receiving the International Humanitarian of the Year award in 2009. The resolution specifically honors his compassionate leadership, acknowledges his ongoing commitment to Mercy Ships' mission, and extends best wishes for his future, while also directing that an official copy of the resolution be prepared for Mr. Stephens as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

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