[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 32 (Thursday, February 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E333]
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       HONORING THE REMARKABLE CAREER OF THE REV. WOODROW MEDLOCK

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2003

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the remarkable 
career of the Rev. Woodrow Medlock. He has preached the gospel for 
nearly seven decades and continues to spread God's word with tireless 
dedication.
  Rev. Medlock is an inspiration in my hometown of Murfreesboro, 
Tennessee. His ministry has touched many lives and spanned many 
communities. He has founded several local churches and has pastored at 
many others across the Middle Tennessee region. He has also been 
involved in the founding of a school and a children's home, as well as 
other worthy organizations.
  Rev. Medlock shows no signs of slowing down, either, as he will turn 
90 years young on Friday, February 28. A prime example of Rev. 
Medlock's untiring service to the Lord is his upcoming trip to Jamaica 
in April. Once there, he plans to take the good Lord's message to the 
Carribean island's prisons, nursing homes and orphanages.
  The world is a much better place because of Rev. Medlock. His faith 
and humanity have influenced all who know him. I congratulate Rev. 
Medlock for all the good he has done and wish him the best in the years 
to come.

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