[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 112 (Friday, August 1, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1618]
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 TRIBUTE TO THE MOST REVEREND MICHAEL F. McAULIFFE, S.T.D., THE BISHOP 
                           OF JEFFERSON CITY

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                            HON. IKE SKELTON

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 1997

  Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I pay tribute to a dedicated 
Missouri religious leader, the Most Reverend Michael F. McAuliffe, 
S.T.D. the bishop of Jefferson City. Bishop McAuliffe is retiring on 
August 27, 1997 after serving as bishop for 28 years.
  Bishop McAuliffe grew up in Kansas City, and studies at the St. Louis 
Preparatory Seminary and the Theological College of the Catholic 
University. He was ordained to the priesthood on May 31, 1945. He was 
the pastor at three parishes in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph, 
and also served in a number of diocesan positions, including diocesan 
superintendent of schools. He was also active in community affairs as a 
member of the Human Relations Commission of the city of Kansas City.
  Bishop McAuliffe was ordained as bishop and appointed to lead the 
Diocese of Jefferson City in 1969. During his tenure, he has been an 
active religious and community leader. He served as executive chairman 
of the Missouri Catholic Conference, as chairperson of the Steering 
Committee of the Missouri Christian Leadership Forum, and as a member 
of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops of the United States, in 
addition to membership on other boards and committees.
  Bishop McAuliffe's dedication to the people of the Diocese of 
Jefferson City, and his leadership, will be missed. I know the Members 
of the House will join me and all Missourians in thanking him for his 
service, and in wishing him a happy and healthy retirement.

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