[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 145 (Friday, September 8, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E817]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CELEBRATING THE 250TH ANNIVERSARY OF TENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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                         HON. GUY RESCHENTHALER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 8, 2023

  Mr. RESCHENTHALER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the congregation 
of Tent Presbyterian Church in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, as it 
celebrates the church's 250th anniversary.
  Tent Presbyterian is an important institution in the Uniontown 
community, where its members bring the service and testimony of God 
into thousands of lives. Originally formed in 1773, the church was 
first led by Reverend James Powers, who inspired the congregation to 
have faith even when faced with the immense difficulties of early 
colonial life. Reverend Powers originally preached under a tent in the 
western Pennsylvania woods until the physical building was constructed 
18 years after the church's founding.
  Two hundred and fifty years later, Tent Presbyterian is currently led 
by Reverend Jeff Smith, who continues the legacy of service and faith 
started by Reverend Powers and built upon by many others. Reverend 
Smith has led his congregation faithfully over the past 4 years, 
dutifully bringing the Gospel's message into Fayette County. The 
church's work strengthens and enriches the community, providing 
spiritual guidance to many searching hearts.
  Mr. Speaker, Tent Presbyterian Church is an important part of our 
region's heritage and history. On behalf of the people of 
Pennsylvania's 14th Congressional District, I congratulate its 
leadership and congregation on their 250th anniversary and thank them 
for their service to southwestern Pennsylvania.

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