[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 70 (Tuesday, April 21, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E352]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                    RECOGNIZING PASTOR DARRON CARMON

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                         HON. GREGORY F. MURPHY

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 21, 2026

  Mr. MURPHY. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize an outstanding 
community leader in Eastern North Carolina, Pastor Darron Carmon. 
Pastor Cannon will be recognized this weekend by his congregation and 
the community for his devotion to his faith and community.
  After being raised as a pastor's son, Pastor Carmon's journey took a 
pivotal turn when a wrongful conviction at the age of nineteen led him 
to spend eight years in prison. During this time, he devoted countless 
hours to studying and praying, eventually becoming the chaplain's 
assistant. In this role, he counseled fellow inmates from all 
backgrounds and oversaw church services seven nights a week. Upon his 
release, he transitioned seamlessly into a role as an assistant pastor. 
Building on eleven years of service, Pastor Carmon later founded 
Rebuild Christian Center Church in Winterville, North Carolina.
  As head pastor, his dedication to the community has shown through 
food drives, Christmas gift distribution programs, and even providing a 
single mother with a car. Additionally, he continues his work in 
correctional facilities by ministering to inmates at several local 
institutions. However, some of his most important works come through 
Sikono Mentoring, one of his two non-profits. At Sikono, Pastor Carmon 
leads a group providing father figures to young boys and girls who do 
not have active fathers in their lives. The group organizes activities 
and trips, and attends special events, ensuring that kids in their 
community are supported and guided as they grow into future leaders.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Pastor Darron Carmon for 
his continued selfless work in his community.

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