[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 34 (Thursday, March 23, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E401]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HIGHLAND COUNCIL CHAPTER OF THE CATHOLIC FRATERNAL LIFE INSURANCE

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                           HON. JOHN SHIMKUS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 23, 2000

  Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to commend a great 
organization in my district, the Highland Council Chapter of the 
Catholic Fraternal Life Insurance organization. Catholic Fraternal Life 
is a 115 year old, member owned, life insurance organization. It is 
also the largest volunteer organization in the United States, with 10 
million members, representing thousands of volunteers.
  The Highland Council recently participated in the ``Hearts and 
Hands'' project by adopting a needy family for Christmas. They were 
able to donate $600 dollars in gifts for this family. Catholic 
Fraternal Life represents the true meaning of Christmas. They are a 
shining light for all of us to follow.

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