[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 63 (Monday, April 17, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H1741-H1742]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CELEBRATING THE 106TH ANNIVERSARY OF ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH

  (Mr. PAYNE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 106th 
anniversary of Abyssinian Baptist Church.
  For 106 years, the Abyssinian Baptist Church has helped thousands of 
people find salvation and spiritual health. It

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serves the community through faith-based initiatives and brings hope to 
residents who need it. The spirit of this congregation is represented 
in one of the church's original names.
  In 1939, the church was called Friendship Baptist. It is through 
friendships that this congregation shows how much it cares about 
people.
  In addition, it inspires the community with a strong dedication to 
serving the Lord our Savior. In the process, it has helped thousands of 
people who have walked crooked roads to find a straight path.
  Congratulations again to Deacon James Destin and the pious 
congregation of Abyssinian Baptist Church. It is an exceptional faith-
based community in my district.

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