[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 29 (Tuesday, March 17, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E389]
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              HONORING PASTOR AND MRS. EDDIE McDONALD, SR.

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 17, 1998

  Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, it is truly an honor to rise before you 
today to recognize the lifetime achievements of Pastor Eddie A. 
McDonald, Sr. and his wife, Mary, as they celebrate their 30th 
anniversary at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Pontiac, 
Michigan. On Saturday, March 14, members of the Friendship family and 
the Pontiac community will honor Pastor and Mrs. McDonald for their 
service to our Lord.
  The McDonald's joined the family of Friendship Missionary Baptist 
Church on March 28, 1968. They have been instrumental in the expansion 
of the congregation and the mission of the church. For 30 years, 
Reverend and Mrs. McDonald have provided sound leadership and spiritual 
guidance not only to their congregation, but to anyone in need.
  Five years ago, I stood before my colleagues, as I do today, speaking 
of the valuable resource the citizens of Pontiac have in Pastor and 
Mrs. McDonald. The missions they have undertaken and the vision they 
possess have enabled them to forge relationships with many diverse 
groups.
  The McDonald's influence extends throughout the community. They are 
affiliated with a number of professional and charitable organizations 
including the Pontiac Ecumenical Ministry, Pontiac Citizen's Coalition, 
Lighthouse and the Pontiac Youth Assistance Program. Pastor McDonald 
has also served as president of the Oakland County Ministerial 
Fellowship. Not limiting their good deeds to the State of Michigan, the 
McDonald's have been instrumental in food and clothing drives 
benefitting needy individuals throughout the country.
  Mr. Speaker, once again I am very proud to acknowledge and commend 
the efforts of my constituents and dear friends, Pastor and Mrs. Eddie 
A. McDonald Sr. They are an inspiration to us all and I am proud to 
represent them in the Congress.

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