[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 165 (Thursday, November 5, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1601]
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  IN RECOGNITION OF THE 12TH PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY OF PASTOR AND FIRST 
                             LADY HENDRICKS

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, November 5, 2015

  Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 12th 
pastoral anniversary of Pastor and First Lady Hendricks. Pastor and 
First Lady Hendricks have continually served their community with 
passion and integrity.
  Originally from Chicago, Illinois, Pastor Hendricks moved to 
Ypsilanti, Michigan in 1969. For 35 years, he worked at General Motors, 
ultimately retiring as a journeyman pipefitter. Not long after moving 
to Ypsilanti, he joined St. John Missionary Baptist Church. It was not 
until 1996 that he heeded God's call into the ministry.
  In 2003, Pastor Hendricks was installed to lead St. John Missionary 
Baptist Church. Under the vision and leadership of Pastor and First 
Lady Hendricks, the church has experienced continued growth and 
innovation. The church building has been remodeled, and the empowerment 
of youth has manifested itself through the formation of Youth Church 
and Youth Choir.
  The strength of Pastor Hendricks' vision has included the expansion 
of his role through service in other leadership positions. In addition 
to his current ministry, he was called to serve as president of the 
Minister's Alliance, president of the General Missionary Baptist State 
Convention of Michigan, and First Vice Moderator of the Eastern 
Progressive Baptist District Association of Detroit and Vicinity.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today to honor the 12th 
anniversary of Pastor and First Lady Hendricks. This partnership has 
faithfully spread the Word and selflessly served their community.

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