[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 89 (Tuesday, July 11, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1376]
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                 A TRIBUTE TO REVEREND WILLIAM J. SHAW

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2006

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay 
tribute to an enduring and rightfully honorable man, Dr. William J. 
Shaw. His dedication as pastor to the White Rock Baptist Church has 
provided the community with exemplary guidance for 50 years. His 
commitment to preaching is recognized both nationally and 
internationally.
  Reverend Dr. Shaw will be honored as a true Living Legend July 2006 
in Dallas, TX, by The E.K. Bailey Ministry. A well-respected pastor and 
family man, Dr. Shaw has most recently been a recipient of the Unitas 
Award given by Union Theological Seminary and the T.B. Maston 
Foundation Christian Ethics Award given by Southwestern Baptist 
Theological Seminary.
  The Reverend has continually provided outstanding leadership with 
consistent community involvement throughout his lifetime. A native 
Texan, Dr. Shaw was baptized by the age of seven. He gave his first 
sermon at the youthful age of 11 and was ordained as a Pastor of the 
Oak Hill Baptist Church in Texas by the age of 17.
  Presently, Dr. Shaw is serving a second term as President of the 
National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. In addition, he has served on a 
multitude of boards, allowing him to guide the convention's efforts.
  On behalf of the Dallas, TX, community, I commend the Reverend's many 
years of exceptional service.

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