[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 50 (Wednesday, March 25, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E412]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING THE 135TH ANNIVERSARY OF GETHSEMANE BAPTIST CHURCH OF 
                            EUSTIS, FLORIDA

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                          HON. DANIEL WEBSTER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 25, 2015

  Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to recognize 
the 135th anniversary of Gethsemane Baptist Church of Eustis, and 
commend their strong heritage of service within Lake County, Florida.
  Founded in 1880, Gethsemane Baptist Church of Eustis was the first 
place of worship for African Americans in Eustis, and has served as a 
beacon of hope in our local community. Many lives have been impacted 
through the church's ministry, and I am honored to recognize their long 
history of dedication and service. This is a momentous year for 
Gethsemane Baptist Church of Eustis, and I am pleased to commemorate it 
with them.
  It is my pleasure to join Reverend William Hawkins and the 
congregation at Gethsemane Baptist Church of Eustis in celebrating this 
historical milestone. It is truly an honor to serve the residents of 
Central Florida in the U.S. House of Representatives.

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