[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 35 (Tuesday, February 28, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E248]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING REVEREND JENNIE LOU DIVINE REID

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                     HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 28, 2017

  Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to honor South 
Florida spiritual leader Reverend Jennie Lou Divine Reid.
  Reverend Reid serves as spiritual leader of St. Faith's Episcopal 
Church in Cutler Bay, Florida and is retiring after seventeen years of 
service as an ordained minister.
  Reverend Reid has provided religious guidance to church members and 
their families, enhancing their spiritual lives through music, art and 
liturgy. She has continuously uplifted vulnerable populations through 
her selfless work with the parish food pantry, her dedication to 
seniors in a nearby retirement community, and her work with Episcopal 
Charities.
  Further demonstrating her commitment to social justice, Reverend Reid 
has ensured everyone may worship comfortably and created a Spanish 
congregation and a regular service for those affected by AIDS.
  Reverend Reid's heart is larger than life. Her compassionate nature 
serves as an example for not only church members, but for all who are 
fortunate enough to be touched by her generous spirit.
  Her wisdom and guidance will certainly be missed by parishioners whom 
she has counseled and cared for throughout the years. Under her 
leadership, St. Faiths has grown and thrived as a beacon of hope in the 
South Miami-Dade community.
  I am proud to call Reverend Jennie Lou Reid my good friend and 
congratulate her on a well-earned retirement.

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