[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 140 (Friday, August 30, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1083-E1084]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       IN HONOR OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN FLEMINGSBURG

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                             HON. ANDY BARR

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 30, 2019

  Mr. BARR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the First Presbyterian 
Church in Flemingsburg, Kentucky on their 200th anniversary.
  In 1795, Dr. John Poage Campbell came to Fleming County and erected a 
log church at Flemingsburg. According to historical records, other 
pioneer preachers were associated with the early church including 
Joseph P. Howe, James Kemper, William W. Martin, and John T. Edgar.
  The present church building was erected in 1819. It remains as the 
major known work of architect-builders Samuel Stockwell and John 
Eckles. It is a fine example of Kentucky Federal architecture. In 1977, 
the church was named to the National Registry of Historic Places.

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  As the congregation gathers to celebrate the 200th anniversary, I 
appreciate the historical significance of their building, but more 
importantly recognize the impact that this congregation has made on the 
Flemingsburg community over the years.
  I congratulate Reverend Rick Hurst and all the members of First 
Presbyterian Church in Flemingsburg on their 200th anniversary and wish 
them many more years of successful ministry, serving God and reaching 
out to the community.

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