[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 5]
[House]
[Page 7273]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      WELCOMING PASTOR MARK TURNER

  The SPEAKER. Without objection, the gentlewoman from California (Ms. 
Lofgren) is recognized for 1 minute.
  There was no objection.
  Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to introduce Pastor Mark 
Turner of South Valley Community Church in Gilroy, California, as our 
guest who delivered this morning's opening prayer.
  Over a decade ago, Pastor Turner left his career to answer a higher 
calling to serve his fellow persons in the ministry. In serving others, 
Pastor Turner has become a respected leader in our community, making a 
difference in people's everyday lives.
  Working with local partners and businesses, Pastor Turner and 
hundreds of volunteers serve our community through outreach projects 
that feed children, seniors, and underprivileged residents. They help 
local children through programs that encourage them to be active and 
strive for success, and they bring compassion and services to people in 
need.
  Answering a call to serve something larger than one's self is a trait 
we deeply admire and value as Americans. So it is a pleasure to welcome 
Pastor Turner to our Nation's Capitol today and to thank him for his 
service to our community and our country.

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