[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 64 (Monday, May 22, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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    TRIBUTE TO 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF FROM THE HEART CHURCH MINISTRIES

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                        HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 22, 2006

  Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I rise today to 
commemorate the 25th Anniversary of From the Heart Church Ministries. 
Since its beginnings in 1981 with only twenty four members, From the 
Heart Ministries has provided spiritual guidance Prince George's County 
community through worship services and radio broadcasts.
  Founder and Pastor Reverend John A. Cherry is a nationally acclaimed 
minister whose message of hope and committed spiritual teaching has 
changed the lives of many. Under his steady leadership, From the Heart 
Ministries has grown from its modest beginnings as a storefront church 
to becoming one of the largest churches in Prince George's County, 
providing services to over 26,000 members. Reverend Cherry's spiritual 
message is also broadcast Sundays and during the week, providing 
religious guidance and teaching to thousands more.
  Reverend Cherry's twenty five years of service have established a 
foundation of strong biblical teaching rooted in faith and love--a 
foundation that his son, John A. Cherry II, will build upon. Reverend 
John A. Cherry II will officially be installed as pastor during the 
anniversary celebration.
  I urge my colleagues in the U.S House of Representatives to join me 
today in recognizing From the Heart Ministries' 25th Anniversary and 
applauding the, accomplishments of Reverend John A. Cherry. His legacy 
of spiritual leadership will allow his son to continue to his work and 
influence the hearts and minds of a faithful community for years to 
come.

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