[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 4]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 5832]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      ROGER THOMAS PROMOTED TO BISHOP, CALIFORNIA SOUTHERN THIRD 
          ECCLESIASTICAL JURISDICTION CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST

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                             HON. PAUL COOK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 20, 2017

  Mr. COOK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the exemplary 
service and promotion of Bishop Roger Thomas to his current position. 
As a result of his keen awareness, understanding of humankind, his 
unquestionable devotion to serve God is boundless.
  It is his effective stewardship that leads men and women to 
successful conclusions within the church and in their private lives. 
The sincerity of his voice moves individuals to be at their best 
regardless of the challenges they face.
  He inspires youth and adults to further their education in higher 
institutions of learning. Individuals in search of counseling, 
guidance, advice, employment and legal matters are aided directly and/
or indirectly by his influence.
  Bishop Roger Thomas proves regularly that the service of God's 
children is more than an obligation but rather to care for the needs of 
all humankind is an honor.

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