[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 124 (Friday, September 21, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1696]
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     DR. FREDERICK G. SAMPSON II CELEBRATES 50TH YEAR AS A MINISTER

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                         HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR.

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 21, 2001

  Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to commend Dr. Frederick G. 
Sampson II, pastor of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, as he marks 
two very important milestones in his illustrious career. In addition to 
celebrating his 50th year as a minister, Dr. Sampson reaches his 30th 
anniversary as pastor of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church.
  Dr. Sampson has an extensive educational background, holding degrees 
in both Behavioral Science and the Theological Sciences. Dr. Sampson, 
an avid lecturer at colleges and universities throughout our country, 
is also the annual keynote speaker for various Congresses, Fellowships, 
Conventions, Councils, Coalitions, Advisory Boards, and Community 
Outreach Programs all over this country. During his career, Dr. Sampson 
has pastored various congregations all over the country, and has served 
on commissions and boards with the aim of fighting crime, improving 
education, and bringing a higher level of consciousness to our 
community.
  Dr. Sampson's many endeavors to enrich life at all levels of society 
have also led him to teaching, preaching, and studying mission all over 
the world. Dr. Sampson deserves praise for his rich, multi-national 
service record, including his leadership and participation in the Human 
Rights struggle. Once again, I urge my colleagues to join me in 
commending Dr. Sampson on his outstanding achievements.

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