[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 204 (Tuesday, December 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1211-E1212]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO BISHOP SEDGWICK DANIELS

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                            HON. GWEN MOORE

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 12, 2023

  Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I rise once again with a heavy 
heart to extend my condolences to the family and community mourning the 
passing of the esteemed Bishop Sedgwick Daniels. Bishop Daniels passed 
away on November 12, 2023, at the age of 64. Having been friends with 
Bishop Daniels and his family for decades, I personally admired and 
appreciated his unwavering commitment to both congregation and the 
greater community.
  Bishop Daniels was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin into the loving union 
of John and Kathleen Daniels. He was not only a spiritual leader but 
also an authentic advocate for empowerment, leaving an indelible mark 
on the Milwaukee area, both physically and spiritually. His dedication 
to fostering positive change extended beyond the confines of the 
Church, impacting our community, and reaching global proportions.
  As the Pastor and Establishmentarian of the Holy Redeemer Church of 
God in Christ (COGIC), Bishop Daniels played a pivotal role in our 
region's spiritual and community development. His visionaly leadership 
transformed lloly Redeemer COGIC into a thriving institution, 
addressing educational and social service needs with a multi-million-
dollar impact,
  His commitment to youth success manifested through the establishment 
of educational institutions like Holy Redeemer Christian Academy, Young 
Coggs William Preparatory Academy, and Katherine T. Daniels University 
Preparatory Academy. Initiatives such as Trained Pulpit and Trained Pew 
underscored his dedication to shaping the future of the Milwaukee 
community.
  In 2001, Bishop Daniels was appointed Bishop by Bishop Gilbert E. 
Patterson and the COGIC General Board, a recognition of his exceptional 
spiritual leadership. Overseeing the growth of his jurisdiction from 39 
congregations to more than 100 churches in Wisconsin and northern 
Illinois, Bishop Daniels became a beacon of inspiration in steering the 
spiritual course of the Church. His passing marks the end of an era, 
and we collectively grieve the loss of a visionary leader and spiritual 
guide. His leadership was impactful, and his absence will be deeply 
felt in the community.
  Mr. Speaker, Bishop Sedgwick Daniels was a revered member of 
Milwaukee, the 4th Congressional District, and the entire State of 
Wisconsin. I commend and sincerely appreciate his contributions as a 
public servant and am honored to pay tribute to the late Bishop 
Sedgwick Daniels.

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