[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 78 (Wednesday, May 20, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E757]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING ST. JOHN'S-ST. ANDREW'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL CENTENNIAL

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                             HON. TOM EMMER

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 20, 2015

  Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of St. 
John's-St. Andrew's Catholic School in Meire Grove, Minnesota, as it 
celebrates its centennial.
  Founded in 1915, the current schoolhouse was built to meet the 
growing needs of a thriving Catholic community. After years of 
remodeling and improvements, and a shift towards being a parochial 
school, St. John's-St. Andrew's now consists of 40 families. An 
impressive growth, considering Catholic education in the area began 
with a deserted log church and 20 children.
  For a century, central Minnesotans have sent their sons and daughters 
to this historic school knowing that they will receive a substantive 
education centered around Christ. For many, this Catholic tradition 
spans several generations.
  I pray that these children continue to grow in their faith and that 
they continue to follow Christ's example of service and respect.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that this body join me in congratulating St. 
John's-St. Andrew's Catholic School on 100 years, and thanking them for 
building such a strong Catholic-educated community. May their success 
continue for decades to come.

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