Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-06-23

CONGRATULATING THE ORIGINAL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH ON IT'S 163RD ANNIVERSARY

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On 2026-06-23, Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL-7) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING THE ORIGINAL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH ON IT'S 163RD ANNIVERSARY" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E608] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING THE ORIGINAL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH ON IT'S 163RD ANNIVERSARY ______ HON. DANNY K. DAVIS of illinois in the house of representatives Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate and pay tribute to the Original Providence Baptist Church on the occasion of its 163rd Anniversary. One hundred and sixty-three years is a long time by any measurement of time; but to exist and remain functional through this period is exceptional and deserves special attention. Original Providence is fondly known as the oldest Black Church on the Westside of Chicago and has been the primary place of worship for many of the communities, including citizens such as Aldermen, Democratic Committeeman and Church Trustee Issac (Ike) Carothers, his father Alderman and Democratic Committeeman William (Bill) Carothers, State Representatives, Church Choir Director and Soloist Sharon Marquette, former Pastor Dr. Edgar T. Thornton, the current Senior Pastor, Reverend Daniel E. Jones, and a host of others. Original Providence is noted for being spirit filled, imbued with community service and unwavering faith; therefore, I extend to them my highest level of congratulations and thanks for the roles they continue to play in our community. May the good Lord continue to bless their ministry and may it last forever. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING THE ORIGINAL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH ON IT'S 163RD ANNIVERSARY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E608] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING THE ORIGINAL PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH ON IT'S 163RD ANNIVERSARY ______ HON. DANNY K. DAVIS of illinois in the house of representatives Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate and pay tribute to the Original Providence Baptist Church on the occasion of its 163rd Anniversary. One hundred and sixty-three years is a long time by any measurement of time; but to exist and remain functional through this period is exceptional and deserves special attention. Original Providence is fondly known as the oldest Black Church on the Westside of Chicago and has been the primary place of worship for many of the communities, including citizens such as Aldermen, Democratic Committeeman and Church Trustee Issac (Ike) Carothers, his father Alderman and Democratic Committeeman William (Bill) Carothers, State Representatives, Church Choir Director and Soloist Sharon Marquette, former Pastor Dr. Edgar T. Thornton, the current Senior Pastor, Reverend Daniel E. Jones, and a host of others. Original Providence is noted for being spirit filled, imbued with community service and unwavering faith; therefore, I extend to them my highest level of congratulations and thanks for the roles they continue to play in our community. May the good Lord continue to bless their ministry and may it last forever. ____________________