Recognizing the 25th pastoral anniversary of Bishop C.T. Wells and the ministry of Emmanuel Church.

Janelle S. Bynum

Democrat · OR · Representative

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

2026-09-21

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Res. 1568 Introduced in House (IH)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session H. RES. 1568 Recognizing the 25th pastoral anniversary of Bishop C.T. Wells and the ministry of Emmanuel Church. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 21, 2026 Ms. Bynum submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform _______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION Recognizing the 25th pastoral anniversary of Bishop C.T. Wells and the ministry of Emmanuel Church. Whereas Bishop C.T. Wells has devoted his life to faith, service, and strengthening communities throughout the city of Portland, Oregon, and beyond; Whereas Bishop Wells has served as Senior Pastor of Emmanuel Church and Founding Pastor of Emmanuel East Worship and Outreach Center, leading a thriving ministry and serving communities across central and east Portland for 25 years; Whereas Bishop Wells has dedicated himself to developing and mentoring others through preaching, teaching, authorship, and leadership training across the United States and around the world; Whereas Bishop Wells has extended his ministry beyond the walls of the church through his leadership in advancing efforts to strengthen Portland families through affordable housing, economic opportunity, chronic health support, and early childhood education; Whereas Bishop Wells has worked to unite communities of faith by bringing together pastors and congregations throughout the Greater Portland area in fellowship, prayer, worship, and shared purpose; Whereas throughout his decades of ministry, Bishop Wells has demonstrated an enduring commitment to faith, family, mentorship, and service, alongside his wife of more than 38 years, First Lady DeAngeloa S. Wells, their children, and grandchildren; and Whereas the leadership of Bishop C.T. Wells has touched countless lives and exemplifies the profound difference that dedicated faith and community leadership can make in the lives of individuals, families, and communities: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives-- (1) recognizes and celebrates the 25th pastoral anniversary of Bishop C.T. Wells and his distinguished record of spiritual leadership, community service, and unwavering commitment to uplifting the people of Portland and communities throughout the Pacific Northwest and the Nation; (2) commends the ministry of Emmanuel Church and spiritual leadership of Bishop C.T. Wells for enduring commitment to supporting the community; (3) honors the generations of leaders, staff, volunteers, and community members whose service has supported the tenure of Bishop C.T. Wells over the past 25 years; and (4) encourages continued ministry, community service, civic engagement, and spiritual leadership. <all>

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