[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 140 (Friday, August 30, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1087]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING EVIDENT LIFE CHURCH'S TEN-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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                            HON. ANDY BIGGS

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 30, 2019

  Mr. BIGGS. Madam Speaker, this summer, Evident Life Church in 
Gilbert, Arizona celebrates its ten-year anniversary. I join with 
Pastor Eric Jones, his wife Velvet, and members of their congregation 
in celebrating this achievement.
  Starting a new venture--especially building a church community and 
foundation--is never easy. It takes courage, perseverance, and faith to 
step forward to begin this process. Over the past ten years, Pastor 
Jones, his family, and his leadership team have endured both trials and 
triumphs and have always risen to the occasion with the help of our 
Creator. They have cultivated a thriving church that is a beacon of 
hope in our community.
  Evident Life Church is extremely active throughout the East Valley. 
Pastor Jones serves as the co-chairman for my faith council, and his 
prayers and encouragement sustain me and many of our public servants 
each and every day.
  I'm thankful for Pastor Jones, his wife Velvet, and the entire team 
at Evident Life Church. To all the pastors, ministers, coordinators, 
and members: have a wonderful celebration, and may their church enjoy 
many decades of fruitful ministry.

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