[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 98 (Thursday, June 8, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E796]
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RECOGNIZING GLAD TIDINGS CHURCH AND BISHOP JERRY WAYNE MACKLIN ON THEIR 
                         FIVE POINT CELEBRATION

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                           HON. ERIC SWALWELL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 8, 2017

  Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Glad 
Tidings Church of God in Christ on its ``Five Point Celebration'' and 
the congregation's continued service to our community.
  Glad Tidings Church, celebrating its 39th anniversary, has been an 
anchor for the people of South Hayward, California since its 
establishment in 1978. Founder Bishop Jerry Wayne Macklin has worked 
tirelessly with local schools, government agencies, and nonprofit 
organizations to transform a neighborhood once overrun by drugs and 
crime into a community of faith and opportunity.
  The efforts of Bishop Macklin and his congregation are to be honored 
at their upcoming ``Five Point Celebration''. The four-day event will 
celebrate the Church's 39th anniversary, the making of the final 
payment on the property's mortgage agreement, the groundbreaking of the 
Chester McGlockton Wellness and Family Life Center, the Inaugural 
Episcopal Elevation of Bishop Macklin as 2nd Assistant Presiding Bishop 
of Church of God and Christ, and last, but not least, the 65th birthday 
of Bishop Macklin.
  Today, under Bishop Macklin's compassionate leadership, Glad Tidings 
Church has helped change perspectives on what a place of worship can 
offer its community. Bishop Macklin has sought to provide accessible 
healthcare through its Health and Wellness Department, organized food 
drives for our vulnerable citizens, and secured affordable housing for 
those most in need.
  These and countless other examples are what make Glad Tidings Church 
of God in Christ a pillar of our community and worthy of our 
recognition today. I want to thank Bishop Macklin and Glad Tidings 
devoted congregation for the positive impact their services have 
created in our community, and I offer my heartfelt congratulations 
during this time of celebration.

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