This blessed celebration in my 17th Congressional District is a perfect example of the deep religious traditions which hold this country together as "One Nation Under God." This anniversary is marked by a Mass of Thanksgiving to be attended by over 1.000 parishioners. which will be followed by a dinnerdance where I have the honor of being toastmaster. St. Matthias parish was the idea of a group of Slovak immigrant families who had the vision to establish a strong church/school community. The first services in July 1914 were held in a rented home. but through generosity and hard work by generations of families the St. Matthias Parish plant today contains a school. convent. rectory. and church. all debtfree.
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