[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 151 (Tuesday, September 23, 2008)]
[House]
[Page H8707]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  REVEREND, DR. CLIFFORD ANTHONY JONES

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a previous order of the House, the 
gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. Watt) is recognized for 5 minutes.
  Mr. WATT. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased today to recognize the 25th 
anniversary of Reverend, Dr. Clifford Anthony Jones as pastor of the 
Friendship Missionary Church in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased today to recognize the 25th anniversary of 
Reverend Dr. Clifford Anthony Jones as pastor of the Friendship 
Missionary Baptist Church in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  Since moving to Charlotte 25 years ago to the accept the call to lead 
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Pastor Jones has been an 
important leader in our community and has made significant 
contributions to our State and internationally. In addition to his 
important religious role as the leader of a large, dynamic 
congregation, he is recognized as a leader in race relations, in 
education, and in community development. Under his leadership, 
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church has acquired 108.5 acres of land 
in Charlotte on which they are pursuing plans to develop HIV/AIDS 
housing, single family housing, a child care center, commercial space, 
an assisted-living facility for seniors, and centers for Alzheimers and 
hospice patients. Amidst all these accomplishments, Pastor Jones is 
also recognized as an outstanding husband and father and is a published 
author.
  Pastor Jones has also been an active force internationally. He has 
organized and led medical and religious mission teams of doctors, 
nurses, technicians, and teachers to provide needed healthcare, medical 
supplies, and educational training in Jamaica, Africa, India, and 
Guyana for children and families struggling in poverty.
  Mr. Speaker, I'm sure my colleagues join me in wishing Reverend Dr. 
Clifford Anthony Jones, Sr., and the Friendship Missionary Baptist 
Church congregation a happy 25th pastoral anniversary and best wishes 
for years to come.

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