[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 120 (Wednesday, July 22, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E727-E728]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            COMMENDING RETIRING SUPERINTENDENT IVORY WILCOX

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                        HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 22, 2026

  Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th District of the 
great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize Superintendent Ivory 
Wilcox, a well-respected man of God, spiritual leader and community 
servant, who is retiring after 41 years as superintendent of The South 
Miami District Church of God in Christ. I include in the Record the 
following proclamation:

       Whereas, Superintendent Wilcox dedicated his life to 
     serving God and spreading His Word:
       Whereas, Superintendent Wilcox served as pastor of South 
     Miami Church of God in Christ for 29 years, as pastor of 
     Emanuel Church of God in Christ for 13 years and served as 
     pastor of Dania Church of God in Christ for 22 years;
       Whereas, Superintendent Wilcox worked tirelessly, feeding 
     and clothing those in need through the church's outreach 
     programs, and regularly visiting the sick in hospitals;
       Whereas, Superintendent Wilcox would not be deterred when 
     handling church business, even traveling and sleeping in his 
     car during segregation, when hotels denied him access;
       Whereas, each year Superintendent Wilcox purchased, 
     transported and helped prepared food for thousands who 
     attended the annual Holy Convocation held in Fort Pierce;
       Whereas, Superintendent Wilcox bravely served his country 
     as a member of the United States Armed Services; and
       Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, 
     a Member of the United States House of Representatives, 
     representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, 
     commend retiring Superintendent Ivory Wilcox for his 
     unwavering faith, his commitment to his family and The South 
     Miami District Church of God in Christ and for his dedication 
     to our community.

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