[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 149 (Saturday, August 22, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E785]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN MEMORY OF DR. REBEKAH HORTON

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                      HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Saturday, August 22, 2020

  Mrs. RODGERS of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
memory of Dr. Rebekah `Beka' Horton. She passed away on June 27, 2020.
  Beka co-founded Pensacola Christian College with her husband. From 
day one, she led a Christ-centered mission for the spiritual and 
academic growth of every student.
  She led with humility and a clear vision for every person to reach 
their God-given potential. Her passion was to ensure young men and 
women received an excellent education and were prepared to be leaders 
in the world.
  During my years at Pensacola Christian College, I played piano in a 
traveling ensemble. Beka served as our ensemble's mentor. She always 
encouraged us to seek excellence and challenged us to the highest of 
standards. I cherish those memories, and I'm grateful for the lessons 
Beka instilled in me. To this day, I challenge my own team to seek 
excellence in everything we do.
  Beka's legacy for excellence extends far beyond Pensacola Christian 
College's campus. Through her many ministries like her children's TV 
program and A Beka Books, she touched many lives and helped countless 
students of all ages flourish. She lived a full life in the service of 
God.
  My prayers for comfort and peace are with all those who are mourning 
her passing. May she rest in peace, and may we continue to honor her 
legacy by seeking excellence, putting our trust in God, and serving 
others.

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