[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 3 (Tuesday, January 5, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E6-E7]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING REV. JAMES C. BIRDSONG, JR.

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                            HON. DAVID SCOTT

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, January 5, 2021

  Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor an 
extraordinary Georgian and a great American, Reverend James C. 
Birdsong, Jr.
  Rev. Birdsong is a multi-talented preacher, gospel musician, 
nationally published author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. 
Through his faith-based outreach, Rev. Birdsong has reached thousands 
of Georgians with his message of perseverance and trust in God's plan.
  Rev. Birdsong was born into a family of talented artists in Richmond, 
California. From a young age, he knew that his mission in life was to 
share the word of God with others. Rev. Birdsong exhibited courage and 
resilience in overcoming a developmental disability to pursue his goals 
and further his education, culminating in a degree in Biblical 
Education from Beulah Heights University in Atlanta.
  In recent years, Reverend Birdsong has kept busy, conducting numerous 
media interviews, accepting awards across the country, authoring a 
moving autobiography, and continuing to preach the gospel. He remains 
deeply involved in his community, founding the Birdsong Association of 
Broadcasting and Arts, to provide young voices with the platform and 
guidance to refine their talents and follow their dreams. He has 
further helped young Georgians to find their path in life through his 
continued youth advocacy efforts, leaving a positive impact on so many 
young people.
  Madam Speaker, I congratulate Reverend Birdsong on his impactful 
career, and extend my sincerest wishes for his continued health and 
success, as he inspires people across the United States.
  May God continue to bless Reverend James C. Birdsong, Jr.

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