[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 156 (Tuesday, October 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2142]
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   A PROCLAMATION HONORING THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHANESVILLE 
                  LUTHERAN CHURCH IN SUGARCREEK, OHIO

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                         HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 16, 2007

  Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker, Whereas, the dedicated people of the 
Shanesville Lutheran Church of Sugarcreek, Ohio celebrates the 175th 
anniversary of the Shanesville Lutheran Church with great joy; and
  Whereas, this occasion is a time to look back at the origins of the 
church and appreciate how much it has grown from the first days in the 
log church when Rev. Snyder preached in 1820; and
  Whereas, occasions such as these illustrate to us that love mixed 
with grace and trust will stand the test of time; and
  Whereas, it is the fond wish of this body that you will continue to 
present this work as a beacon for hope to the destitute and maintain 
your stand as a symbol to this generation that our strength lies in our 
gracious commitment in unity to each other in the bonds of brotherhood; 
now, therefore, be it
  Resolved that along with his friends, family, and the residents of 
the 18th Congressional District, I commend the congregation for your 
unwavering commitment, recognizing that all great achievements come 
from great dedication. With great appreciation and respect, we 
recognize the tremendous impact this congregation has had in the 
community and in the lives of those people you have touched.

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