[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 67 (Monday, April 19, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E419]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF REVEREND JOSEPH McKNIGHT

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                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 19, 2021

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life of Reverend Joseph McKnight who passed away February 27, 2021. 
I join his family, friends, and loved ones in mourning his loss.
  Born to Reverend Richard Franklin McKnight and Flora Hicks on January 
4, 1956, Rev. McKnight was raised with the conviction of service to 
God. He grew up near Nashville, Tennessee and graduated high school 
before continuing his education in Theology and Psychology. At the age 
of 16 he recognized his call to ministry. In September of 1988 he was 
ordained as a Licensed Minister with the Assemblies of the Lord Jesus 
Christ.
  Rev. McKnight married Roxan Prater on June 10, 1977. Throughout his 
ministry he has served as Pastor at Milledgeville Pentecostal Church, 
Youth President of the Tennessee District ALJC, and Youth Pastor for 
the Pentecostal Church of Blue Mountain. He has also served on the 
board of Iron Hill Christian Academy, Chairman of the Board of Blue 
Mountain Children's Home, and New Beginnings International Children's & 
Family Services Board.
  Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Roxann; brothers Robert, 
Richard, Ron, and Steve; sister, Glenda; and many nieces and nephews.
  Rev. McKnight had an immeasurable impact on the faith community 
across Mississippi and I am grateful to his service to God, family, and 
state.

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