[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22772]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING SAINT MARK MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH AS THEY CELEBRATE 
                       THEIR 130-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 25, 2009

  Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Saint 
Mark Missionary Baptist Church on their 130-year anniversary. The 
church, located in McKinney, Texas, will be hosting anniversary 
services on October 9, 2009.
  Saint Mark Missionary Baptist Church was founded in 1879 by Reverend 
Jones and Reverend Dick White, who conducted prayer services in the 
homes of their members, many of whom were freed American slaves.
  Through a commitment to ministry and mission work, the church serves 
to enrich the community within its own congregation as well as the 
surrounding Dallas-Forth Worth areas. The church has undergone numerous 
expansions, helping them grow to provide more resources for their 
community. Recently they acquired over 2 acres in north Texas to 
accommodate a growing membership.
  Madam Speaker, today it is my honor to recognize the Saint Mark 
Missionary Baptist Church. They have demonstrated a level of commitment 
to community that is well appreciated, and serves as an example for us 
all.

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