[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 198 (Tuesday, December 20, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1321]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN MEMORY OF REVEREND CARL ZERWECK, III

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                           HON. RASHIDA TLAIB

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 20, 2022

  Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor the legacy of 
Reverend Carl Zerweck, a long-time resident of Detroit in Michigan's 
13th District Strong.
  Reverend Zerweck was a beloved and well-known member of the 
community. As founder and executive director of nonprofit organization 
Rippling Hope, he led the way in helping residents in need with much-
needed home repairs. Under Reverend Zerweck's leadership, Rippling Hope 
connected hundreds of residents to home repair professionals, 
coordinated volunteers to help make repairs. and connected with dozens 
of block clubs and neighborhood associations across the city. He led by 
example, helping work side by side with volunteers to help make 
repairs.
  Reverend Carl Zerweck lived his life in selfless service to others. 
Beyond his work with Rippling Hope, Reverend Zerweck served as pastor 
to St. Paul's United Church of Christ-Disciples of Christ in Dearborn 
Heights. He started three Habitat for Humanity organizations and 
assisted in building more than 30 homes and 15 churches. He was also an 
avid. volunteer with the Ferndale Cat Shelter, with whom he 
collaborated to bring pet food to those in need.
  Please join me in recognizing Reverend Carl Zelweck's outstanding 
contributions to the communities of Detroit and Michigan's 13th 
District Strong as we honor his memory.

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