[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 89 (Wednesday, May 22, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E547-E548]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING PASTOR EUGENE ROBERSON ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 30TH PASTORAL 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                      HON. BRADLEY SCOTT SCHNEIDER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 22, 2024

  Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate and honor 
Pastor Eugene Roberson, an esteemed leader and dear friend in our 
community as he marks his 30th pastoral anniversary at First Corinthian 
Missionary Baptist Church in North Chicago. In 1994, First Corinthian 
named Pastor Roberson as the Shepard of their congregation, beginning a 
tremendous period of growth in faith and service to our community. 
Thirty years on, I am proud to formally recognize his service and 
dedication to his congregation, a truly remarkable achievement.
  Pastor Roberson's faith journey began in his home state of 
Mississippi, where he was the fourth of ten children born to John and 
Lula Roberson in Tutwiler. Educated in Clarksdale, Mississippi, Pastor 
Roberson earned his B.A. in Social Studies from Jackson State 
University. He entered into the ministry in 1979 where he ascended in 
service to his faith from Deacon to Assistant Pastor to the late Pastor 
Peter Goudeaux, Jr., and ultimately becoming his successor.
  I have the privilege of knowing Pastor Roberson as a friend, 
community leader, man of faith and servant of the community. His 
passion and leadership are consistently a source of inspiration for me 
and countless others. I am grateful to have joined Pastor Roberson and 
his congregation on many occasions. During each visit, I feel at home 
and leave with a renewed feeling of hope and determination.
  Pastor Roberson's work extends well beyond the doors of his church. 
Through his work on the Lake County Commission on Government Reform and 
Accountability, the Workforce Development Board, and twice as the 
elected President of the North Shore Baptist Ministers Alliance, he has 
had great impact lifting up the lives of Lake County residents.
  Pastor Roberson is a regular fixture at service initiatives that make 
our community stronger, such as back to school giveaways, annual 
Christmas food basket giveaways, weekly soup kitchens and assisting 
families in crisis.
  Pastor Roberson also holds the honor of being a guest chaplain for 
the House of Representatives, opening a session of Congress on October 
24, 2001.
  Under Pastor Roberson's leadership the congregation at First 
Corinthian has built a strong and resilient community that has touched 
the lives of people throughout North Chicago and Illinois's Tenth 
District. Setting an example for many to follow, and I am honored to be 
his representative in Congress.
  Congratulations once again to Pastor Eugene Roberson, his remarkable 
wife, Sis. Geraldine Roberson, and his entire family. I am deeply 
honored to congratulate him and First Corinthian Missionary Baptist 
Church on their 30th pastoral anniversary, and I wish him only

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great success in his future. I look forward to sharing the Journey with 
him.

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