[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 146 (Saturday, October 8, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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             TRIBUTE TO SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH OF ROMEO, MI

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 7, 1994

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, on October 29, 1994, the Second Baptist 
Church of Romeo, MI, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. The Second 
Baptist Church is the oldest African-American Church in Macomb County.
  Many people depend on the emotional, educational and spiritual 
support provided by their church. Too often, many human needs are left 
unsatisfied in the secular world. From the very beginning, the founders 
of Second Baptist were commited to seeing these needs fulfilled.
  The current pastor, Rev. Terrance J. Gowdy, is continuing the proud 
tradition of service to the congregation and the community. Pastor 
Gowdy is nearing his second anniversary at the church and has been 
responsible for recruiting many members and for creating new auxiliary 
groups.
  The members of Second Baptist Church are actively involved in the 
community and the world. Most recently they have been assisting in 
projects such as the McREST program, for feeding and housing the 
homeless, and the Rwanda Mission project. I commend the congregation 
for their work and faith.
  The diamond anniversary of the founding of the church is a proud 
milestone. As the community prepares to celebrate the 75th anniversary, 
I applaud Second Baptist Church's contributions to the rich tapestry 
that makes up American life in Michigan. I urge my colleagues to join 
with me in wishing congratulations to all the members of the Second 
Baptist Church of Romeo, MI. May their next 75 years be a continued 
fruitful ministry.

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