[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 49 (Friday, April 26, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E644]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         TRIBUTE TO THE BRONX SHEPHERDS RESTORATION CORPORATION

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                          HON. JOSE E. SERRANO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 25, 2002

  Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, for the past few years I have come before 
my colleagues to honor the Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation. 
This year, on their twenty-third anniversary, I am proud to say that 
this illustrious organization continues to thrive and serve the people 
of the South Bronx successfully.
  The Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation is an organization that 
was founded on the idea that uplifting individuals one by one is the 
best way to uplift a community. Members of the Corporation work 
relentlessly to fulfill the needs of South Bronx residents and 
understand that by `restoring' these people, they are aiding the 
restoration of the entire South Bronx community.
  Mr. Speaker, this great organization serves as a prime example of how 
a solid structure, good foundation, and a genuine desire to reach out 
and lend a helping hand can endure the test of time. Over the past 
twenty-three years, The Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation has 
continued to grow and reach new levels each year. Such growth could not 
be possible without dedicated members who lend their expertise and 
passion daily and an innovative leader, to make sure that the 
Corporation always makes it to that next level. The entire Bronx 
community is grateful to all of the individuals who have filled these 
roles for the past twenty-three years.
  The services provided by the Bronx Shepherds Restoration Corporation 
are vital for many individuals. Many people would not be able to 
accomplish many of their hopes and dreams for themselves and their 
children without the Corporation there to help them find affordable 
housing, continue their educations, or gain access to better health 
care.
  I am happy to once again congratulate the Bronx Shepherds Restoration 
Corporation on another year of outstanding work. I am confident that 
many more years of great service are yet to come. I ask my esteemed 
colleagues to please join me in honoring the Bronx Shepherds 
Restoration Corporation on its twenty-third anniversary.

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