[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 1]
[House]
[Page 131]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         BISHOP JAMES ARMSTRONG

  (Mr. VEASEY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Bishop 
James Armstrong, a dedicated faith leader who served the west Dallas 
community for the past 30 years.
  Bishop Armstrong was born July 12, 1940, in Karnack, Texas. He 
eventually relocated to Dallas to pursue a career as a professional 
machinist. At some time after he moved to Dallas, he felt the call to 
serve. He pursued his doctorate of divinity from the Christian Bible 
Institute and Seminary.
  In 1992, Mr. Armstrong found the Community Care Fellowship Church, 
where he served as the senior pastor for 25 years. During his three 
decades of service, Bishop Armstrong remained dedicated to creating a 
safe environment for the community he ministered. From advocating for a 
neighborhood YMCA to helping the homeless, west Dallas will not forget 
Mr. Armstrong's devotion to serving others.
  He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Mable Armstrong; one 
son; three daughters; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
  I urge my colleagues to join me in remembering and celebrating the 
life of Bishop James Armstrong's legacy and generosity to the 
community.

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