[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 39 (Wednesday, April 13, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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[Congressional Record: April 13, 1994]
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  IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIREMENT OF THE VERY REVEREND FATHER MILAN 
         MARKOVINA DEAN OF ST. SAVA SERBIAN ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL

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                         HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 13, 1994

  Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my good friend, the 
Very Reverend Father Milan Markovina, Dean of Milwaukee's St. Sava 
Serbian Orthodox Cathedral on the occasion of his retirement.
  For more than 40 years, Father Milan Markovina has worked diligently 
to serve the needs of his church and his community. Father Markovina's 
integrity, talents, and commitment have touched the lives of countless 
people not only in Milwaukee, but throughout our Nation.
  Under Father Markovina's guidance and direction, St. Sava Serbian 
Orthodox Cathedral has served as one of the important cornerstones of 
Milwaukee's vibrant Serbian-American community. I am often move by 
Father Markovina's willingness to listen to the concerns of his 
parishioners and to lend a helping hand.
  The job of a religious leader has never been an easy one to fill. 
Over the years, Father Markovina has been called on to serve in a 
number of roles including those of a spiritual leader, community 
spokesman, teacher, parent, and husband. His considerable talents, 
energy, and determination have enabled him to fill these roles 
effectively and gracefully.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend Father Milan Markovina on his 42 years of 
service to his community. I wish him continued success, health, and 
happiness in his retirement.

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