[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 83 (Wednesday, June 16, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1140]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO ANDREW GEBBIE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 16, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Pastor 
Andrew Gebbie, a man who has made a great impact on the city of Grand 
Junction, Colorado. As a minister, Andrew has served both the members 
of his church and his community, and has become one of Grand Junction's 
truly cherished citizens. It is my privilege to recognize the work of 
this exceptional man.
   Andrew was born in a small village on the outskirts of Hamilton in 
central Scotland. At eighteen, he was fascinated by aeronautics and 
went to Queen Mary's College in London, but after a year felt called to 
the ministry and transferred to a local seminary. After spending a few 
years living in Belfast, Northern Ireland, a friend in Canada told him 
of a pastoral position that had become available in Grand Junction. 
After being granted legal immigration status in a very short period, 
Andrew and his family moved to America. He began working as pastor of 
the Orchard Mesa Christian Church, which he and his wife Doris pastor 
together. Andrew also works as the billing administrator and patient 
records supervisor for Hospice and Palliative Care of Western Colorado. 
In his spare time, Andrew enjoys teaching students in the community how 
to rope climb at Camp Cedaredge located on the Grand Mesa.
   Mr. Speaker, Andrew Gebbie has used his Christian Faith to serve his 
Grand Junction community, and has touched many lives. I say to his wife 
Doris and the rest of his family that they should be proud of Andrew 
both for his obedience in following his faith, and for all the hours he 
has given back to his community. I am honored to share with this body 
of Congress and this nation the works of Pastor Andrew Gebbie. Thank 
you for your service.

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