[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22960]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF CENTRAL CHURCH OF CHRIST

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                         HON. RANDY NEUGEBAUER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Saturday, September 27, 2008

  Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Madam Speaker, I proudly congratulate Central Church 
of Christ on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. The church's 
centennial anniversary was celebrated on August 8, 2008.
  In 1902, Central Church of Christ began holding services at the homes 
of members in Hereford, Texas. As the congregation began to grow, the 
elders of the church decided to construct a building where members 
could officially come to worship. Upon the completion of construction, 
the church opened its doors in 1910.
  As the community of Hereford grew, the need for a large building 
developed. Construction of a new church began with a groundbreaking 
ceremony on May 19, 1957. Less than a year later, the new Central 
Church of Christ opened. Since 1958, the church has provided a place of 
happiness and worship for its members.
  Today, the church continues to offer a variety of activities 
including: worship services, Bible and Sunday school classes and youth 
outings.
  Throughout their long history, the Central Church of Christ continues 
to find wonderful ways to contribute to the community of Hereford, 
Texas. I am proud to recognize the Central Church of Christ, Pastor 
John Henley and the over 200 members of the congregation.

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