[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 124 (Thursday, September 19, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S6611]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      WELCOMING THE GUEST CHAPLAIN

  Mr. CHIESA. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize my pastor, 
Father Ken Kolibas, who is joining us here in Washington today.
  I am honored and delighted that Father Ken Kolibas, pastor of the 
Church of St. Joseph in Raritan, NJ, is serving as our guest chaplain 
today. Father Ken is the pastor and spiritual leader for the people of 
St. Joseph's and for the larger community.
  Father Ken began his working career as a small businessman in New 
Jersey. When he was 23 years old, he opened Ken's Flowers and Gifts in 
Carteret, NJ. He quickly became a respected leader of the business 
community. But Father Ken later received and answered the call to 
ministry, and he now dedicates his life to our spiritual growth. His 
commitment and generosity to the members of our parish is unwavering, 
and his door is open to anyone who seeks his guidance.
  The Church of St. Joseph's is nearing the conclusion of its year-long 
celebration of its 100th year. We are fortunate at St. Joseph's to have 
Father Ken as our pastor and our leader, and I am proud to have him as 
our guest chaplain today.

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