[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 106 (Wednesday, July 9, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1127]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     HONORING MRS. JOHN W. WILLIAMS

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 9, 2014

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the unmatched 
service of Mrs. John W. Williams, who will be honored at the 15th 
Pastoral Anniversary of the True Love Disciples of Christ Church for 
her outstanding contributions to the Eastern Star, New Zion, and 
Memorial Missionary Baptist Churches. Working to foster the development 
and education of children, Mrs. Williams began teaching at her local 
Sunday school at the age of sixteen. Receiving her Bachelor's Degree in 
Education from the University of Arkansas, she dedicated herself to the 
tutelage of children by working in the Indianapolis public school 
system for over a decade.
   Mrs. Williams has exhibited unwavering commitment to her family and 
community, standing alongside her husband throughout his career as a 
Pastor in the Buffalo community. Demonstrating steadfast fortitude 
throughout times of adversity, she was a pillar of support for her 
husband during his battles. Finding comfort and strength in Philippians 
4:13 (``I can do all things through Christ which strengthened me'') she 
overcame her own battle with breast cancer in 2011, inspiring her 
community with her tenacity.
   Devoted to her work at the Eastern Star, New Zion, and Memorial 
Missionary Baptist Church in Buffalo, NY above all else, Mrs. Williams 
has served countless hours working in the parish. Leading workshops to 
instill Christian values in the community, she has sought to share her 
passion with others in the ministry, especially the youths. Currently 
serving as the Supervisor of the Deaconess Board, Director of Christian 
Education, Office Manager, and Personal Secretary to the Pastor and 
Youth Director, she involves herself in the many facets of the ministry 
in order to further their work.
   In honor of her accomplishments and dedication, she was nominated in 
June 2013 for the Leading Ladies Award, given to those in the Christian 
Community who work to make a difference in their community. On March 
16, 2014, she was awarded the First Lady of Faith Award in recognition 
of her unwavering faith. Mr. Speaker, I thank you for allowing me a few 
moments to also recognize Mrs. Williams today for her remarkable 
service in the Buffalo community. I ask my colleagues to join me in 
expressing our deepest thanks and admirations to her work and 
accomplishments.

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