[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 166 (Tuesday, December 4, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2191]
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   TRIBUTE TO ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC CHURCH 75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 4, 2001

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the St. Louis 
Catholic Church, which celebrated its 75th Anniversary on Sunday, 
September 16, 2001. Truly a milestone occasion, this celebration gives 
testament to the outstanding dedication and commitment of the entire 
church and community.
  Established with the generous donation of four and a half acres by 
Louis and Mathilda Charbeneau in 1926, the parish of St. Louis began 
humbly with worship services in a temporary church and a Gym-Church 
until its final move to Crocker Boulevard. Decades later, with much 
prayer, sacrifice and hard work, the parish of the St. Louis Catholic 
Church continues to provide love, care and concern for the entire 
community.
  Active with many organizations, including the Parish Council, Men's 
Club, Ladies Circle, Senior Club and the Music Ministry, members 
demonstrate outstanding dedication to community involvement. With 
Stewardship and Worship Commissions, a Youth Group, and Religious 
Education for all ages, St. Louis Catholic Church is committed to 
building sound religious education and service for all its members. 
Additionally, parishioners have worked hard through the years to reach 
out to the entire community with charitable services under MCREST and 
the St. Vincent de Paul Society, as well as serving meals at the 
Salvation Army. With a devotion to religious education, church 
activities, and official services, this community will continue to move 
forward in the mission to improve the lives of people through faith and 
God.
  Although history and time have changed the parish, the spirit of the 
church has remained strong. I would like to personally congratulate the 
St. Louis Catholic Church on their 75th Anniversary, and I urge my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing them on this landmark occasion.

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