Virginia Foxx: “It is an honor and a privilege to introduce our guest chaplain, Reverend Kenneth ``Kenny'' Gooden, today. Reverend…”

“It is an honor and a privilege to introduce our guest chaplain, Reverend Kenneth ``Kenny'' Gooden, today. Reverend Gooden is a vital part of the religious community in northwest North Carolina, and he has faithfully shepherded the flock at Union Grove Baptist Church in Yadkinville for 25 years. He previously served the faithful of Pilot View Baptist Church in High Point and of West Yadkin Baptist Church in Hamptonville. He attended North Iredell High School, Mitchell Community College, and Fruitland Baptist Bible College. He is accompanied today by his wife, Tina; his daughter, Hannah; and his son, Hunter. Reverend Gooden's service to God cuts to the very heart of the gospel message of love. He has brightened and enriched the lives of many throughout the years, and we are blessed to have him in our community. I hope that his words of prayer will remain with all of us as we do the people's work. ____________________”