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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. CLEO FIELDS
of louisiana
in the house of representatives
Mr. FIELDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a thriving ministry in my district, United Christian Faith Ministries in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, as it observes twenty-five years of worship, outreach, and service to the people of East Baton Rouge Parish.
After relocating from Atlanta to Baton Rouge, Mark A. Ellis, Pastor and Founder, received the vision for United Christian Faith Ministries in June 2001. God instructed Pastor Ellis to reach out to the community, preach the Gospel, and teach the Word of God with simplicity and understanding. In August 2001, the ministry was formed with only seven members. United Christian Faith Ministries held its first worship service at the Ramada Inn, previously located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
tremendously and has allowed the ministry to touch many lives within this community. With over twenty-five ministries established, its focus continues to be on outreach, worship, fellowship, ministry, and service. Its membership continues to grow expediently. The ministry has grown from the seven members in 2001 to currently over two thousand members, and many souls have been added to the body of Christ. To God be the glory.
wisdom as it continues to build the kingdom of God and celebrate Jesus. The Lord is continually sharing His presence with United Christian Faith Ministries and, by His sovereign leadership, adding to this ministry daily. Great is God's faithfulness.
on the state-of-the-art United Center. This facility was built to house the many discipleship opportunities the ministry offers.
Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating United Christian Faith Ministries on the occasion of its twenty-fifth anniversary, and in wishing its pastor and congregation God's continued favor in the years ahead.