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Download official Extensions PDFReturn to issue contextHON. RITCHIE TORRES
of new york
in the house of representatives
Mr. TORRES of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 50 years of faith, dedication, and community of the New Testament Temple Church of God, a place of worship which has made a lasting impact on the Bronx.
church began with a small group of Jamaican immigrants who gathered for worship in a Bronx home. From those modest beginnings, New Testament Temple has grown into a thriving congregation whose commitment to serving others has remained at the heart of its mission.
approximately 35 members to reaching more than 1,000 individuals, even including those who participate in worship online. Throughout this growth, the church has remained dedicated to strengthening its community and ensuring that those facing hardship are not forgotten.
Agency, extending the church's work beyond its congregation. Through educational opportunities, food distribution, healthcare referrals, immigration assistance, and programs supporting young people, the organization has helped countless Bronx residents' access essential resources and support.
operations from serving 200 families weekly to more than 2,000. At a time when many families struggled so much just to meet their basic needs, New Testament Temple provided a source of stability and relief. The church's dedication has continued ever since, including welcoming asylum seekers and helping to provide them with meals, clothing, and other necessities.
what can be accomplished when a community comes together with a shared purpose. For half a century, its members have demonstrated that the strength of a congregation lies not simply in its size, but in the lives it touches and the neighbors it serves.
New Testament Temple Church of God congregation on this historic milestone. Their 50 years of dedication have left an indelible mark on the Bronx, and I look forward to seeing their continued contributions for generations to come.