[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 15, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H3799]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        WELCOMING DR. BENNY TATE

  The SPEAKER. Without objection, the gentleman from Georgia (Mr. 
Ferguson) is recognized for 1 minute.
  There was no objection.
  Mr. FERGUSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Benny Tate, 
whose leadership and guidance have made him an incredibly valuable 
member of his community in Milner, Georgia, and our Third District.
  Dr. Tate has been the senior pastor of Rock Springs Church in Milner 
for over 25 years. In that time, when it started as a church of just 
60, it has now grown to a church of over 6,000.
  Through this work, Dr. Tate has also shepherded the creation of 
several ministries, including the Rock Springs Medical Clinic, the Rock 
Springs Christian Academy, the Potter's House for Women, and Impact 
Christian Ministries for the homeless.
  Benny has been married to his wife, Barbara, for over 30 years, and 
they have one daughter, Savannah Abigail, who is here with him today.
  I want to commend Dr. Tate for his commitment to our community. There 
is not a week that goes by where he isn't a welcoming part of the Third 
District of Georgia.
  The grace and love he has shown to his parishioners and neighbors 
throughout his 25 years in Milner is unparalleled, and I am truly 
honored to have Dr. Benny Tate here with us today.

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