[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 148 (2002), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 14390]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE CHILDREN'S HOME OF LUBBOCK

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                           HON. LARRY COMBEST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 23, 2002

  Mr. COMBEST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the 
Children's Home of Lubbock, Texas for the outstanding work it does on 
behalf of children in the State of Texas. The Children's Home of 
Lubbock has shown an unwavering commitment to service and placement of 
disadvantaged and deserving children.
  The doors of The Children's Home of Lubbock opened in 1954. The house 
began as an extension of the Broadway Church of Christ in Lubbock, 
Texas. Since that time more than 4,400 children have been helped either 
through placement in a family or by receiving a loving environment at 
the home itself. This early faith based program has been an exemplary 
model for other similar homes in Texas. The Home provides not only 
shelter, food, and safety but therapy and love also. Permanent 
placement is a goal of the home, but the overriding concern is caring 
for the children regardless of the problem or situation.
  As it becomes increasingly difficult for children in this world, it 
is imperative that centers like the Children's Home of Lubbock continue 
to perform the good work that they do. The home functions as more than 
just a center for children; it is an invaluable community resource on 
which many local, county, and State agencies have come to depend. The 
staff and volunteers are top notch, Christian individuals who give not 
only of their time, but also of their heart and soul.
  It is with great respect, Mr. Speaker, that I call on all Members to 
join me in congratulating and thanking the Children's Home of Lubbock. 
The Children's Home of Lubbock's years of service have benefitted not 
only the community, but the children and the adopting families. The 
contributions of the Children's Home of Lubbock number more than these 
mere words can express.

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