[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 77 (Wednesday, May 21, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E798]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


              HONORING THE W.N. GRIFFIN, JR., GOSPEL CHOIR

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                  HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 21, 2014

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following 
Proclamation.
  Whereas, in the Fourth Congressional District of Georgia, many 
organizations strive to bring awareness and enlightenment to our 
community; and
  Whereas, the W.N. Griffin, Jr., Gospel Choir formed in November, 1944 
presents the gospel through songs of praise and inspiration touching 
the lives of thousands throughout the world; and
  Whereas, today we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of not only a choir, 
but a ministry that started with the leadership of Reverend J.S. Roddy 
and seven (7) choir members which has now grown to one hundred twenty 
(120) members; and has been and continues to be a great gift by 
witnessing the gospel through music; and
  Whereas, our beloved District has a jewel in this choir that touches 
the hearts, minds and souls of so many; and
  Whereas, our community has been strengthened, our lives have been 
touched and our spirits uplifted by this anointed choir that shares so 
freely of themselves; and
  Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia 
has set aside this day to honor and recognize the W.N. Griffin, Jr., 
Gospel Choir of Saint Philip A.M.E. Church for its outstanding service 
to our District; now therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr. do 
hereby proclaim February 9, 2014 as The W.N. Griffin, Jr. Gospel Choir 
Day in the 4th Congressional District.
  Proclaimed, this 9th day of February, 2014.

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