[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 139 (Friday, August 26, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E878]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF 
                             BONHAM, TEXAS

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 26, 2022

  Mr. FALLON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 150th 
anniversary of the First Presbyterian Church of Bonham, Texas. Since 
its founding on the third Sunday in August of 1872, it has continued to 
deliver exceptional worship services to the people of Bonham and Fannin 
County.
  The great state of Texas was granted statehood only 27 years prior to 
the First Presbyterian Church's establishment. Since then, it has 
served as a safe place of worship and focal point of the community. Its 
members have organized many charitable events including food drives and 
back-to-school initiatives.
  I have no doubt that every man, woman, and child of First 
Presbyterian are upstanding citizens who wish to preserve the word of 
Christ. First Presbyterian exemplifies our Nation's resolve and has 
helped countless individuals through difficult times. I am honored to 
recognize their anniversary and devotion to God on the floor of the 
House of Representatives.
  I have requested the United States flag be flown over our Nation's 
Capitol to recognize the First Presbyterian Church's contributions to 
the Bonham community, and I ask that my colleagues join me in honoring 
them today. I thank them, and God Bless.

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