[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 96 (Monday, June 10, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E732]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             KEITH AND EMMA SWARTZ: FORTY YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. VICKY HARTZLER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 10, 2019

  Mrs. HARTZLER. Madam Speaker, it is a distinct privilege and personal 
blessing to congratulate and thank my friends, Keith and Emma Swartz, 
for serving the Lord for over 40 years. Pastor Keith Swartz has been a 
leader in my community making a difference in the lives of countless 
families, achieving 13 years as Principal and coach at Harrisonville 
Christian School, as an elder for over 20 years, and 26 years as 
Associate Pastor at my church, Harrisonville Community Church.
  Emma Swartz inspired and equipped students from kindergarten to 6th 
grade for 19 years at Harrisonville Christian School as both Principal 
and teacher. She used her gift of teaching beyond the classroom as a 
respected Sunday School teacher and a leader of adult bible studies.
  The foundation of their service began at home where they raised four 
beautiful children to love God and others. Now this legacy of faith and 
service is being lived out in the lives of their ten grandchildren. 
Keith and Emma are special people individually, but together, they make 
a remarkable team that I have been blessed to know over the years.
  Congratulations to Keith and Emma on their retirement, and I hope 
they enjoy the days they have worked so hard to earn. I wish them 
continued health and happiness in this new phase of their lives, and 
pray God's richest blessings on both of them.

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