[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 13 (Wednesday, January 31, 1996)]
[Senate]
[Page S664]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO THE FAITH HOUSE

 Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I rise today to pay a special tribute 
to the Faith House. It is a great pleasure to recognize this 
organization for its 4 years of superior service to the under-
privileged children of the St. Louis community.
  The Faith House was established in 1992 to meet the ever-increasing 
demand for the care of infants and children exposed to drugs. This 
residential facility has already succeeded in serving over 250 infants 
and children in its stable, home-like environment through the 
dedication of numerous volunteers and professional medical staff. The 
24-hour comfort and security provided by the caring individuals 
comprising the Faith House is essential to the long-term physical, 
emotional, and intellectual development of our children.
  As a father and long-term advocate for children and families, I 
believe the welfare and security of our Nation's children are of 
paramount importance to the future of our society. The Faith House 
aspires to continue it's tireless dedication to improving the quality 
of life for those children who have been some of the least fortunate in 
our society.
  The Faith House is endeavoring to meet the increasing demand for 
growth and expansion of its quality care through construction of a new 
50-bed home. Efforts are currently underway to realize this project, 
and on February 23, 1996, a dinner-dance and auction will be held in 
St. Louis to recognize this outstanding facility. It is an honor to 
congratulate the people of the Faith House on all of their successes 
and to wish them the best of luck in their future pursuits.

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