[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 74 (Friday, June 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E992]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CENTRAL NEW JERSEY HONORS REVEREND RICHARD MILLER

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                           HON. RUSH D. HOLT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 6, 2002

  Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize, honor and thank 
Reverend Richard Miller, Pastor of The Stanton Reformed Church in 
Stanton, New Jersey since 1965, and dedicated community leader.
  In a span covering four decades Reverend Miller has provided more 
than religious services. He has long been a dependable and reliable 
listener, who has always taken a personal and heartfelt interest in all 
of the community.
  In fact Reverend Miller and the Stanton Reformed Church provide an 
example of what a community church should be. Ten years ago, when a 
member of the community was diagnosed with leukemia, Reverend Miller 
opened the doors and initiated a bone marrow drive. The program was 
subsequently supported by Merck & Co and has resulted in several 
matches.
  This is but one example, however, of the many lives he touched. 
Reverend Miller has also served as the Chaplain to the Hunterdon County 
Jail and the Readington Township PBA. Furthermore, he has served as a 
role model to our youth as both an Assistant Scoutmaster and 
Scoutmaster of the Boy Scouts of America since 1969. The Stanton Grange 
recognized this distinguished service in 1975 with a Community Service 
Award.
  It is with great pride that I join the members of the Reform Church 
in recognizing the thirty-seven years of service that Mr. Miller has 
given to the people of Stanton. He has been the ear that listens, the 
shoulder to lean on and the modest individual who gave all he had to 
his community. Reverend Miller is truly a treasure in New Jersey's 
cultural heritage. His example is an inspiration to all Central New 
Jerseyans.
  Therefore, Mr. Speaker, again, I rise to celebrate and honor this 
true New Jersey treasure. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing 
Reverend Richard Miller of the Reformed Church in Stanton, New Jersey.

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