[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 24 (Tuesday, March 10, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E329]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        TRIBUTE TO REV. ANTHONY W. WILCOTS, A MAN WITH A MISSION

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 10, 1998

  Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, this past weekend marked a celebration for a 
fine young man who is serving as shepherd to some of my constituents. 
That young man is Reverend Anthony W. Wilcots. Rev. Wilcots is the 
pastor of the Liberty Baptist Church of Elizabeth, New Jersey. Although 
his physical presence with this church is short-lived, the spirituality 
and lessons he has taught are far-reaching. As we begin our life's 
journey we never know what paths we'll cross or with whom we'll come in 
contact but if we're fortunate to be prepared and faithful we are 
usually blessed to meet and serve those for whom we were destined.
  Rev. Wilcots' journey has taken him far and wide and he and his 
congregants have certainly benefitted. Rev. Wilcots, a native of 
Houston, Texas, is a graduate with the Bachelor of Arts degree from 
Texas Southern University, the Master of Divinity degree from the 
School of Theology, Oral Roberts University and the Master of Sacred 
Theology degree from Yale University School of Divinity. He is 
currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Ethics at Drew University. His 
evangelistic ministry has carried him to college campuses, churches and 
tent crusades in over 30 states, the District of Columbia and six 
foreign countries. Mr. Speaker, as you can see Rev. Wilcots has taken 
his calling seriously and continues to increase his capacity to serve 
the minds and souls of many.
  Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me in expressing our 
appreciation to Rev. Anthony W. Wilcots and his family for his 
contributions to our community.

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