[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 11794-11795]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


 CONGRATULATING THE EMMANUEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH ON THE 
                    DEDICATION OF THEIR NEW EDIFICE

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 7, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Emmanuel African 
Methodist Episcopal Church as they dedicate their new edifice.
  The Emmanuel African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E.) Church has served 
the San Antonio Community for more than 88 years. When first organized 
in 1917, the church was comprised of a small shed. As membership grew, 
the Emmanuel A.M.E. Church expanded, moving from building to building 
to accommodate their ever-expanding group of churchgoers.
  By putting the principles of true stewardship to work, the Emmanuel 
A.M.E. Church has

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grown substantially from their humble beginnings. For Church members, 
the new edifice reflects God's goodness and grace, as well as their 
Church's dedication and appreciation for the Lord. The congregation now 
looks forward to worshipping in their new sanctuary.
  I am honored to have had this opportunity to congratulate the 
Emmanuel A.M.E. Church on the dedication of their new edifice. The 
Emmanuel A.M.E. Church has provided the San Antonio area with guidance 
and stewardship, helping nurture and enrich faith in their community.

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