[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 156 (Thursday, September 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1278]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING CHAPLIN RICARDO GARCIA

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                         HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 20, 2018

  Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Chaplin 
Ricardo Garcia and his commitment to serving those in need.
  Chaplin Garcia's dedication to selfless service is commendable and 
deserving of recognition. Chaplin Garcia has delivered aid to regions 
affected by natural disasters such as Joplin, Missouri after it was hit 
by a tornado, Louisiana after the destructive flooding, and most 
recently Houston in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.
  The Chaplin's work with the Emergency Ministries Service Church and 
Garcia Trail Rider moves and inspires all of us. The Emergency 
Ministries Service Church provides food, preaches to the youth, gives 
the homeless a nice, warm place to rest for the night and much more. 
Chaplin Garcia also led a trail ride to benefit a Vietnam veteran 
battling cancer and has an upcoming trail ride to benefit St. Jude's.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to represent individuals, such as Chaplin 
Garcia, who consistently put the needs of others before their own. 
Chaplin Ricardo Garcia and all of the people who volunteer to work with 
him at Emergency Ministries Services Church and Garcia Trail Rider are 
shining examples of what the 15th District of Texas has to offer.

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