[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 113 (Wednesday, July 13, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1101]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST PARISH PIOPOLIS

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                           HON. JOHN SHIMKUS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 13, 2016

  Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the celebration 
of the 175th Anniversary of St. John the Baptist Parish in Piopolis, 
IL.
  St. John the Baptist church was established in 1841. The parish 
operated a school from 1870 through 1964. Precious Blood Sisters came 
from Burwell, Germany, to teach at the school. Nine sisters arrived on 
February 28th, 1870. There were Precious Blood Sisters teaching in 
Piopolis until the school closed in 1964.
  The parish is in a farming community; their membership is comprised 
of 184 families. Because of the strength and character of its members, 
the parish possesses both a rich history and a vibrant future. They are 
commemorating their 175th anniversary with a special mass with 
festivities to follow on August 21st, 2016. I am honored to recognize 
such a strong faith community in my district.
  I look forward to the continued prosperity of St. John the Baptist 
Parish in Piopolis for many years to come.

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