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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. FREDERICA S. WILSON
of florida
in the house of representatives
Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I include in the Record the following proclamation in honor of Apostle John Eckhardt, who is being recognized and honored for his significant impact to the Body of Christ at the 2024 State of the Church Summit, in Miami, Florida:
Whereas John Eckhardt's journey began on the South Side of
Chicago on November 19, 1957, where he was born into a legacy
of achievement, with his father being a professional baseball
player in the Negro League, and his mother a first-generation
descendant of Italian immigrants; and
Whereas Apostle Eckhardt's pursuit of knowledge led him
through the Catholic school system, earning a scholarship to
Loyola Academy for high school and Northwestern University
for college, where he studied pre-med, showcasing his
dedication to academic excellence; and
Whereas, Apostle Eckhardt, through divine intervention,
experienced salvation in 1978 during his junior year in
college, leading him on the path to ministry, where he met
his wife, Wanda Eckhardt, at a local church, later marrying
her in 1979, and together they have raised a family of five
children and two grandchildren; and
Whereas, Apostle Eckhardt, with unwavering dedication,
assumed the role of Pastor in 1988 and, over the years, has
become a beacon of inspiration for countless individuals,
imparting his apostolic mandate and prophetic insight; and
Whereas Apostle Eckhardt is the visionary CEO and founder
of Impact University and John Eckhardt Global, institutions
that stand as pillars of knowledge and empowerment in the
heart of Chicago. He has dedicated his life to serving as an
international speaker, missionary, and overseer of Crusaders
Church in Chicago, Illinois; and
Whereas Apostle Eckhardt has demonstrated a commitment to
fostering spiritual growth and understanding, reaching
across continents with a weekly broadcast on Clubhouse and
Facebook, titled “The Decrees for Breakthrough and The
Porch”. Apostle Eckhardt's influence extends far beyond
national borders, having ministered in more than 90 nations
and six continents, leaving an indelible mark on the global
body of Christ; and
Whereas Apostle Eckhardt is a prolific author, having
penned over fifty books, including renowned titles such as
“Prayers That Rout Demons,” “Prayers That Break Curses,”
“Prophet Arise,” “God Still Speaks,” and his latest
release, “You Shall Recover All”; and
Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson,
a member of the United States House of Representatives,
representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida,
recognize Apostle John Eckhardt for his outstanding
contributions to the global community, his unwavering
commitment to spiritual enlightenment, and his transformative
impact on the lives of countless individuals.