[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 186 (Thursday, November 9, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H5666]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CELEBRATING DECADES OF LEADERSHIP BY BISHOP DARRYL S. BRISTER

  (Mr. CARTER of Louisiana asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Louisiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate three 
decades of faithful leadership from New Orleans minister Bishop Darryl 
S. Brister.
  Bishop Brister's life is a story of dedication and purpose. His 
commitment to his faith led him to leadership in the Full Gospel 
Baptist Church Fellowship International, becoming its second presiding 
bishop in 1996 at the tender age of 29 years old.
  Bishop Brister's impact extends far beyond his church's walls. He has 
taken the Word of God around the world, from Japan to Africa. He also 
founded nonprofit organizations, including DSB International 
Ministries, which provides spiritual guidance to those incarcerated, 
and the Darryl S. Brister Scholarship Fund, which supports students' 
educational aspirations.
  Bishop Brister's commitment to his calling remains steadfast. He 
continues to inspire, guide, and support his community, living a life 
that is dedicated to serving God and those around him.
  It is an honor to celebrate Bishop Brister's 30 years of spiritual 
leadership. May he continue to shine as a spiritual light for all those 
he touches.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Bishop Brister for his extraordinary friendship, 
service, and commitment to the community and his unwavering commitment 
to spreading the Word of God.

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