In Recognition of the Queen of Peace Catholic Church

IN RECOGNITION OF THE QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH -- (Extensions of Remarks - November 20, 2004)

SPEECH OF
HON. MIKE THOMPSON
OF CALIFORNIA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2004

Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, we rise today to pay tribute to the Queen of Peace Catholic Church as this organization celebrates fifty years of service.

The Queen of Peace Parish was established in 1954 and has served the people of Lake County since its dedication on November 29, 1954. The parish includes the city of Clearlake and the communities of Lower Lake and Clearlake Oaks. In 1995 the community of Lucerne became part of the parish.

The parish has committed itself to serving members of the community and has established several organizations that provide charitable works for the City of Clearlake and Lake County. The contributions from parishioners and revenue from the Thrift Store in Lower Lake have provided emergency assistance, food and shelter to the needy.

Father Louis has served as pastor of the Queen of Peace Church since 1997 and has provided dedicated leadership to the parish community.

Mr. Speaker, the Queen of Peace Catholic Church represents the commitment of promoting a strong community. Quite simply, the Queen of Peace Catholic Church has been a legacy to Lake County; it is most appropriate that we honor the fifty years of service of the Queen of Peace Catholic Church.