[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 71 (Wednesday, June 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1030]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


            IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF SISTER MARY ASSUMPTA

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 7, 2006

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Sister Mary Assumpta, superior of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit, whose 
43-year ministry at the Jennings Center in Garfield Heights continues 
to heal the hearts and minds of countless residents and their loved 
ones.
  Sister Assumpta grew up in Pennsylvania, where she was instilled at 
an early age with love for family and service to others. She entered 
the Catholic ministry at the youthful age of 17, and her commitment to 
faith and to helping those in need has never wavered since. Sister 
Assumpta's leadership, vision and love is evident within every facet of 
the Jennings Center, a home for elderly residents and haven for their 
families. Her service as director of development, director of pastoral 
care, and her vital work with hospice programs continues to set a 
foundation of quality care and support that is reflected throughout the 
center.
  Sister Assumpta's undeniable spirit, energy, quick wit and joy for 
life continue to frame her life. Her passion for baseball began in her 
youth and continues to this day. An avid Cleveland Indians fan, Sister 
Assumpta bakes more than 300 chocolate chip cookies every year for the 
players. Her major league expertise is sought out annually by the CBS 
TV network, where she provides commentary for the World Series games, 
and by WEWS, TV 5 in Cleveland, where she is a feature baseball writer.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of sister Mary Assumpta, superior of the Sisters of the Holy Spirit. 
Sister Assumpta's love for life, for her colleagues, and most 
significantly, love for every resident of the Jennings Center, 
continues to raise their lives into a place of faith, hope and peace. 
Her influence and service cannot be accurately expressed in words, yet 
the lives she has touched and the joy she has shared has had a profound 
impact throughout the Jennings Center, and throughout our entire 
community, and we are forever grateful.

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