[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 179 (Tuesday, October 12, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1091]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH'S 200TH YEAR OF MINISTRY

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                            HON. ANDY LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 12, 2021

  Mr. LEVIN of Michigan. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize First 
United Methodist Church, which is celebrating its 200th year of 
ministry in Mount Clemens, Michigan.
  In 1821, the church opened its doors to the community, then known as 
``Mount Clemens Methodist Episcopal Church.'' Throughout its two 
hundred years, the church has built its reputation as a beloved 
community institution in Mount Clemens. Today, First United Methodist 
describes itself as ``a welcoming, accepting, caring, and diverse 
Christian community.'' The church celebrates this milestone year under 
the remarkable leadership of Reverend Dan Hart, Senior Pastor, and 
Reverend Alicea Williams, Deacon. Reverend Hart and Reverend Williams 
excel not only in leading engaging worship services, but also in 
building community programs, directing church outreach and caring for 
their beautiful congregation.
  I encourage my colleagues to join me in offering congratulations to 
the entire First United Methodist Church community as they celebrate 
two hundred years of ministry and service in Mount Clemens.

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