[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 197 (Friday, November 21, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1115]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING REVEREND DR. D. EDWARD CHANEY ON HIS INSTALLATION AS PASTOR OF 
    MT. PILGRIM MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH IN BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA

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                            HON. CLEO FIELDS

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 21, 2025

  Mr. FIELDS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride and sincere respect 
that Reverend Dr. D. Edward Chaney is commended and celebrated on his 
installation as Pastor of Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church in 
Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Dr. Chaney brings to this historic congregation 
a distinguished record of service, leadership, and commitment to faith, 
family, and community.
  Dr. Chaney's journey of service began long before his entrance into 
ministry. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, he honorably 
served his country for four years. Following his military service, he 
pursued and achieved academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Science 
in Business Administration from Limestone College, a Master of Divinity 
from Erskine Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from United 
Theological Seminary. These accomplishments reflect both his 
intellectual rigor and his dedication to spiritual and professional 
growth.
  Throughout his ministry, Dr. Chaney has embraced diverse roles from 
church musician to pastor's assistant, youth pastor, and ultimately 
senior pastoral leadership. Each experience molded his ability to 
connect with people of all ages and backgrounds. His broad experience 
has equipped him with a unique pastoral vision and a profound 
understanding of how to nurture, develop, and expand thriving 
congregations.
  Beyond the walls of the church, Dr. Chaney has demonstrated exemplary 
civic engagement. He has served on the Nevada State Board of Funeral & 
Cemetery Services and on the Board of Directors for the Nevada Health 
Center. Nationally, he has given his time and talents to the National 
Baptist Convention, USA, Inc., where he served as an Executive Board 
Member and Assistant Parliamentarian.
  Dr. Chaney's commitment to service is further reflected in his active 
membership in several distinguished organizations. He is a Life Member 
of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, a member of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity, a 
Silver Life Member of the NAACP, and an engaged member of the Las Vegas 
Urban League. His affiliations speak to his lifelong dedication to 
leadership, equity, and community empowerment. As Dr. Chaney assumes 
the pastorship of Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, he does so 
with the support and partnership of his wife, Dr. Avis C. O'Bryant-
Chaney, and their three children. Together, they bring to Baton Rouge a 
spirit of warmth, commitment, and faith that will surely enrich the 
congregation and the community at large.
  Therefore, it is with great pride that Reverend Dr. D. Edward Chaney 
is honored on his installation as Pastor of Mt. Pilgrim Missionary 
Baptist Church for his outstanding record of service to his country, 
his community, and the ministry.
  A warm and heartfelt welcome is extended to him and his family as 
they join the Baton Rouge community. May his leadership be marked by 
continued growth, inspiration, and lasting impact.

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