[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 67 (Wednesday, May 22, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E872-E873]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  TRIBUTE TO REVEREND D. CHARLES HILDRETH, 8TH PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY, 
               GREATER HARVEST MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 2002

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, as the congregation of Greater Harvest 
Missionary Baptist Church gathered together on Sunday, May 5, 2002, 
they celebrated the 8th Pastoral Anniversary of Reverend D. Charles 
Hildreth. A lifelong leader and devoted pastor, Reverend Hildreth has 
truly demonstrated his commitment to advancing the mission of the 
Greater Harvest Church across the state of Michigan. As the members and 
friends of Reverend Hildreth gathered to celebrate this special 
anniversary, they paid tribute to his outstanding years of activism, 
leadership, and faith.
  Joining the Greater Harvest Missionary Baptist Church, located in 
Muskegon Heights, Michigan, Reverend Hildreth has been preaching the 
Gospel to its congregation since June 10, 1994. As his message and 
ministry has been received, he has shown a special dedication to making 
a positive difference in the lives of others. To those who know 
Reverend Hildreth best, he is ``a promoter and student of the blessings 
that accompany the sacrifices of continuing Christian Education.''
  With a passion for his community, Reverend Jones has been an active 
force in educating his community as well as working with the Greater 
Harvest Church in organizing several programs and ministries. As the 
First Vice President of the Congress Christian Education of the General 
Baptist State Convention of Michigan, a member of the Board of 
Directors of the Urban League of Greater Muskegon, and a lifetime 
member of the NAACP, his involvement within the church and beyond has 
been an inspiration to all. Reverend Hildreth's distinguished service 
and outstanding dedication to improving the lives of people through 
faith will continue to serve as an example to communities across this 
nation.
  I applaud Reverend Hildreth for his leadership, commitment, and 
service, and I urge my colleagues to join me in saluting him for his 
exemplary years of faith and service.

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