[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 73 (Thursday, May 1, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1779]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       WELCOMING PASTOR ELI LARA

  The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Weber of Texas). Without objection, Ms. 
De La Cruz of Texas was recognized for 1 minute.
  There was no objection.
  Ms. De La CRUZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give a heartfelt welcome 
to Pastor Eli Lara of McAllen, Texas, as our guest chaplain this 
morning. It is a special honor to introduce not only a respected pastor 
from my community but also a mentor and a friend.
  Pastor Lara was raised in a family of ministers and always had a 
desire to serve others through faith, even from a very young age. He 
began his ministry in Florida before returning to south Texas to study 
theology.
  Following his studies, the Lord called him to begin a small Bible 
study, which over the years grew into New Life Family Church, where he 
now serves as the lead pastor.
  Pastor Lara is a true man of faith and a leader who has inspired 
many. Through his preaching at schools, conferences, and camps 
nationwide, he has impacted countless lives while leading them to 
Christ.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Pastor Lara for continuing to bless our lives. 
We are so blessed to have him open today's session in prayer.

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