[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 120 (Tuesday, August 10, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1557-E1558]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE LIFE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF PASTOR KENNY FOREMAN UPON HIS 
                             80TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 10, 2010

  Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the life and accomplishments of a distinguished member of my community 
and my friend, Pastor Kenny Foreman, upon his 80th birthday.
  Pastor Kenny Foreman and his beloved wife Shirley are the leaders and 
founders of the Cathedral of Faith. The Cathedral of Faith is one of 
the most prominent and highly regarded Christian Churches in Santa 
Clara County. Pastor Foreman's life story is truly one of faith and 
commitment to his beliefs and his community.
  In 1957, Kenny wed Shirley and they began their lifetime commitment 
of building a home, community and place of worship. Their work began 
modestly with the Calvary Temple in Louisiana, which soon grew to serve 
a congregation of more than 2,000. In 1964, Kenny, Shirley and their 
two sons, Ken and Kurt, were invited to San Jose, California to conduct 
a crusade and eventually lead the Friendly Bible Church. He was also 
given the opportunity to present a television show on a local channel 
titled, ``Kenny Foreman Presents Abundant Living,'' which was 
eventually nationally syndicated.

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  In 1976, 14 acres of property were purchased in San Jose to house 
what is now the Cathedral of Faith. Through hard work, dedication and 
faith, the Foreman's and their congregation not only are a faith 
community but a congregation reaching out to help those in need in the 
wider community.
  The Church established the Reaching Out Center in 1979 out of a 
simple church closet. I recall fondly working with Kenny in the early 
1980s as their successful efforts were underway to grow this important 
service.
  The program now operates from a 16,000 foot distribution complex, 
serves 50,000 families annually, and provides food for some 200,000 
people. The California Department of Agriculture has recognized 
Reaching Out as one of the most efficient food programs in the state. 
The Cathedral of Faith also provides child care, early childhood 
education services as well as a Family Life Center.
  Kenny is well known not only as someone who serves his faith but as 
part of his faith serves the poor. He has never forgotten his own 
humble roots. His life has been one of joyful, generous, forgiving and 
loving service.
  It is an honor to call Pastor Kenny Foreman friend and my privilege 
to honor him as one of the most significant people in the 16th 
Congressional district. I'd like to take the occasion of his 80th 
birthday to thank him and his family for their many gifts and 
contributions to the community of San Jose and wish him many more 
healthy, happy and blessed years.

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