[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 108 (Wednesday, July 6, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1049]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH--BOWLING GREEN, 
                                   VA

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 6, 2016

  Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Shiloh Baptist Church 
of Bowling Green, Virginia on its 150th Anniversary. During its 35 
years of selfless service to the Kingdom of God and to the community, 
this church has proven itself to be a congregation full of energy, 
conviction, and action.
   Shiloh Baptist Church was formed in 1866 in the Bowling Green 
historic district located in Caroline County, Virginia. The Mattaponi 
Baptist Association, an association consisting of 72 local churches 
established to enhance fellowship, resolve issues, pool resources, and 
assist local churches further their mission, was formed in 1879 at 
Shiloh Baptist Church.
   Shiloh Baptist Church, led by Pastor Rogiers, has played a pivotal 
role in the community for the past 150 years. Shiloh Baptist Church has 
drawn members, both new and old, to Bowling Green, Virginia to 
celebrate the life of their church; occasions such as these illustrate 
to us that love combined with grace and trust will always stand the 
test of time.
   Mr. Speaker, it is with heartfelt gratitude that I congratulate 
Heritage Baptist Church on their 35th anniversary. I pray that the Lord 
will continue to bless and prosper this congregation for many years to 
come.

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