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               TRIBUTE TO MOST REVEREND JOSEPH F. NAUMANN

<bullet> Mr. MARSHALL. Mr. President, I rise today to honor the Most 
Reverend Joseph F. Naumann for his extraordinary service and 
leadership. For over 20 years, Archbishop Naumann has guided the 
archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas with unwavering faith, wisdom, and 
compassion. Shepherding Catholics across 21 counties, he has fortified 
faith in our communities, strengthened family life, and provided 
generous care for the poor and underprivileged in northeast Kansas.
  Ordained as a priest on May 24, 1975, Archbishop Naumann has 
dedicated his life to the Catholic Church, serving as a parish pastor, 
vicar general, and auxiliary bishop of St. Louis. He succeeded 
Archbishop James Keleher on January 15, 2005, becoming the spiritual 
leader of Kansas City's Catholic community.
  Archbishop Naumann's episcopal motto, Vitae Victoria erit--``Life 
will be victorious''--serves as a testament to his ministry. 
Championing the dignity of life as a primary mission of his ministry, 
Archbishop Naumann has worked hard to protect the most vulnerable 
Kansans. Under his leadership, the archdiocese sponsored and expanded 
numerous programs providing spiritual, emotional, and financial support 
for expecting mothers and young families across northeast Kansas. His 
commitment to life is further demonstrated through his service as 
chairman of the Committee on Pro-Life Activities for the United States 
Conference of Catholic Bishops.
  As Archbishop Naumann embarks on his retirement after two decades of 
remarkable service to the archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, we 
commend him for his dedication and extend our prayers and gratitude 
towards him. His legacy serves as an example of what it means to be a 
faithful servant and follower of Christ and will have a lasting impact 
on Kansas for generations to come.
  I now ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Most Reverend 
Joseph F. Naumann and in expressing our gratitude for all he has done 
for northeast Kansas.<bullet>

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