[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10888]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  REMEMBERING REVEREND KATIE R. FOSTER

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                         HON. STEVEN M. PALAZZO

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 13, 2017

  Mr. PALAZZO. Mr. Speaker, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss 
of Rev. Katie R. Foster Anthony, a proud representative of the values, 
ambition, and resilience of the people of South Mississippi. Throughout 
her illustrious life she graciously and selflessly served others, 
setting an example of how to passionately pursue Jesus Christ and 
spread His love to all. The community is a much better place because of 
her tireless efforts, and her legacy will live on.
  As one of the first Ordained Women Ministers in the United Methodist 
Church, she broke through gender barriers and continuously deepened her 
faith, spreading her wisdom to many people, including her congregation 
at Solid Rock Church of God in Christ. Pastor Katie shared the Gospel 
outside of her church as well, through her roles as host of the Common 
Sense Television Show, radio host minister on 94.5 FM WJZD, a prison 
minister, an ordained minister of the Haven Chapel United Methodist 
Church, and a member of ``The Way Christian Ministries.'' Her teachings 
will live on and continue to inspire others.
  Pastor Katie has always been active in her Mississippi community. She 
was a 4H lifetime member, a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, 
the founder of Foster Enterprises ``fast tax'' income tax service, a 
grocery store business owner, a social worker, a school teacher, and 
overall an outstanding community member. She had an insatiable thirst 
for knowledge, starting her education at Nichols High School in Biloxi, 
and continuing on to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees from many 
renowned colleges including Wiley College, Southern University, and 
Emory University.
  I have been inspired by Pastor Katie and know her incredible life 
will motivate others to unselfishly serve their community. She believed 
anyone can make a powerful difference no matter where they are or what 
situation they may find themselves in, and this attitude is one I 
wholeheartedly commend. The people of South Mississippi can learn so 
much about what it means to be a good community member, American, and 
all around person by looking at the example Pastor Katie set. She will 
be deeply missed by her congregation, her loving family, and the 
multitude of people she impacted.
  Words seem inadequate during a time of loss such as this, but I pray 
that all those that knew and loved Pastor Katie find comfort in the 
arms of family, friends, and community members on whom she left a 
tremendous impression. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone during 
this difficult time, and I will always remember Pastor Katie as the 
amazing woman and trailblazer that she was. On behalf of the people of 
Mississippi, I recognize her life and service.