[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 160 (Wednesday, December 14, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2519]
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                     HONORING 8TH STREET SANCTUARY

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                           HON. CLIFF STEARNS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 14, 2005

  Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, during this season of charitable giving, I 
am proud to highlight the efforts of citizens in my district. In 
downtown Jacksonville, there is a haven for children living in poverty. 
The Sanctuary on 8th Street's mission is to encourage and empower 
children to become strong and independent by ministering to their 
physical, intellectual, social and spiritual needs.
  Last month, the community rallied around this outreach in a 
remarkable way. When the mother of one of the youths tragically passed 
away, the community gathered funds to make funeral services possible. 
Due to their giving, the family was able to say their goodbyes to 
Latricia Ann Spencer on November 18th.
  The Sanctuary on 8th Street received even more money than needed, 
from which they created the Spencer Fund. This emergency fund will 
provide funeral services for other families in need. This is an 
inspiring example of what individuals can achieve for their neighbors, 
and I commend everyone involved.

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