[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 143 (Monday, October 21, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1936]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING SOUTH POST OAK BAPTIST CHURCH ON ITS 37TH ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. KEN BENTSEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 21, 1996

  Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor South Post Oak Baptist 
Church in my district as it celebrates its 37th anniversary, and I 
extend to Pastor Remus E. Wright a special congratulations for all that 
he has done for the church and for our community.
  Under Pastor Wright's leadership, the church has experienced rapid 
growth. Once as small as 150 members, the church today serves more than 
2,000 members. Pastor Wright has established 20 new ministries and 
enhanced several others so that the church can better fulfill its 
mission of Christian service to our community.
  Pastor Wright's concern for people goes far beyond the membership of 
South Post Oak Baptist Church. He is extensively involved in the 
community around the church. He currently serves on community boards 
for two high schools in Houston. In May 1994, the city of Houston and 
Mayor Bob Lanier proclaimed Rev. Ramus E. Wright Day in Houston in 
recognition of the work he has done at South Post Oak and in the 
community.
  Pastor Wright has been an example for all of us through his community 
leadership, his caring for others, and his deep and abiding faith. By 
following that example, the members of South Post Oak Baptist Church 
have enriched our community for all of us. As the church celebrates its 
37th anniversary, I want to express may deep appreciation to Pastor 
Wright and the members of the church for their good work, and I wish 
them well in the future. I have no doubt that their many ministries 
will continue to flourish and prosper to the betterment of us all.

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