[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 28 (Tuesday, February 23, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E253]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING BISHOP THEODORE BROOKS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 23, 1999

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, on Sunday, February 21, Bishop Theodore 
Brooks celebrated the Confirmation of his Doctrine of Ministry. As 
pastor of Beulah Heights First Pentecostal Church, Bishop Brooks has 
proven an outstanding member of the New Haven Community, as he and his 
congregation have unfailingly worked to resolve social problems faced 
by residents of the Greater New Haven area. His commitment to social 
justice and his leadership in these communities has never wavered.
  Bishop Brooks' work on behalf of numerous New Haven community 
organizations has earned him our respect and admiration. His efforts 
have contributed tremendously to the city and its residents. As Chief 
Executive Officer of the Beulah Land Development Corporation since 
1990, Bishop Brooks successfully pursued the renovation and 
rehabilitation of the Orchard Street Town Homes, a project that will 
enhance our community with new, affordable family housing. This project 
would not have become a reality without the hard work and leadership of 
Bishop Brooks.
  As a member of several Boards and Committees in various community-
based organizations, Bishop Brooks has worked tirelessly to strengthen 
families and help residents in the community develop a more positive 
self-image. His work reflects his dedication to helping society's least 
privileged develop the cognitive skills they need to remain productive 
members of the community.
  Among his many accolades, Bishop Brooks was recognized by the White 
House for his leadership in building community empowerment zones.
  Bishop Brooks' work embodies the spirit and vitality of the New Haven 
Community he so tirelessly represents. I look forward to working with 
him in the future as we have in the past, to further advance social 
justice and promote sound economic growth.
  It gives me great pleasure to join his many friends and family in 
thanking him for his leadership over the years. I congratulate Bishop 
Theodore L. Brooks on yet another great achievement--the Confirmation 
of his Doctrine of Ministry.

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