[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 22, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H1507]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRI-FAITH INITIATIVE

  (Mr. ASHFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. ASHFORD. Mr. Speaker, as I rise, my prayers are with the victims 
of the terrorist attacks in Brussels.
  Today, I would like to pay tribute to a multifaith religious 
organization that rises above the divisive elements in our Nation and 
around the world. Each day, Omaha's unique Tri-Faith Initiative makes 
it clear that what unites us far outweighs what divides us.
  The Tri-Faith Initiative is made up of Jewish, Christian, and Islamic 
religious groups practicing respect, acceptance, and trust. Omaha's 
Temple Israel, Countryside Community Church, and the American Muslim 
Institute literally work side by side to realize the dream of three 
houses of worship on adjacent land.
  In three-part harmony, Tri-Faith strives to challenge stereotypes, 
learn from each other, and counter the flames of fear and 
misunderstanding. This initiative couldn't come at a more critical time 
in our history.
  America's greatness begins with its diversity. I am beyond proud that 
my hometown is home to this most important melting pot. Jews, 
Christians, and Muslims working and praying side by side, that is 
America.

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