[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 126 (Thursday, July 25, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E993]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING ROCK FALLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ON THEIR 150TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 25, 2019

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 150th 
anniversary of Rock Falls United Methodist Church as they honor August 
6, 2019 as ``Rock Falls United Methodist Church Day'' in the city. On 
this occasion, I extend my immense gratitude to Reverend Dr. Solomon 
Sudhaker, the proud leader of this congregation.
  Rock Falls United Methodist Church has grown tremendously since its 
origins in 1869 as the first church in the City of Rock Falls. Since 
then, it has become an integral part of the city of Rock Falls. In the 
last 150 years, the church has undergone many transformations--from 
sharing the wisdom of several different Pastors through the years, to 
rising from the ashes of a 1922 fire, to the addition of the Education 
Wing in 1961. The church has prospered and has always remained true to 
its core mission and values. Rock Falls United Methodist Church has 
gone above and beyond to enrich our community through their commitment 
to education, youth and faith.
  Madam Speaker, I would once again like to congratulate Rock Falls 
United Methodist Church on their 150th anniversary. I am proud to know 
that organizations, such as Rock Falls United Methodist Church, 
continue to flourish and strengthen our community.

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