[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 19 (Thursday, February 13, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E267-E268]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO PRISCILLA LYON

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 13, 1997

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Priscilla Lyon is a diligent worker on 
behalf of the First Baptist Church of Brownsville, where she organized 
the first Vacation Bible School. She functioned as director of that 
position for 5 years. Additionally, she has taught the youth Sunday 
School, supervised the youth choir, and provided services to the youth 
missionaries.

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  Presently, she serves as the chairperson of the Women's Ministry, is 
the director of the Feeding Ministry, serves as the director of the 
Shekina & Praise Dancers, and is the instructor of the Senior 
Missionary Circle. Priscilla Lyon also finds time to perform liaison 
work for the Women's Fellowship.
  Born in South Hampton County VA, she is the third of six children. 
Her hobbies are sewing, crocheting, drafting, millinery, and 
decorating. Respected and adored by her fellow church members, she was 
honored at the Henry House in September 1996. She is a mother, 
grandmother, and great-grandmother. It is my privilege to highlight her 
achievements and contributions.

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