[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 142 (Wednesday, September 30, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S7044]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

 Mr. SCOTT. Mr. President, I would like to congratulate and 
honor Calvary Baptist Church of Charleston, SC, who will celebrate 
their 150th anniversary on October 10, 2015.
  In 1865, the Calvary Baptist Church was founded by Reverend Charles 
Smalls as the Baptist Church in Charleston. The church is known as a 
the founding member of the Baptist Education and Missionary Convention 
of South Carolina and Gethsemane, the first African American Baptist 
Association in South Carolina.
  Calvary was damaged, but not destroyed, by an earthquake in 1886, 
rebuilt after being burned down in April 1887, and repaired after a 
1938 tornado. Commendably, Calvary Baptist Church has endured tough 
times, but still managed to greatly prosper.
  Calvary Baptist Church is an example of a group who remains committed 
to Christ and community. During the civil rights movement, the church 
fought for justice and equal opportunity. Their leadership has helped 
both the Charleston community and our beloved country march forward.
  Today, Reverend Arthur Evans, Sr., continues to lead the congregation 
with praise, love, and worship. Calvary has shown tremendous faith 
through works of charity, and their honorable legacy will forever be 
appreciated. I acknowledge with pleasure the church's influence in 
Charleston and therefore recognize their growth, success, and 150 years 
rooted in faith.

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