During five decades of ministry I have been privileged to serve as the lead pastor of five wonderful congregations. I dedicated their babies and baptized their children, performed their weddings, and preached their funerals. We celebrated life’s blessings together and grieved it’s painful disappointments, always finding God’s strength sufficient. Through the ministry I have met some of the most remarkable people, had some of the most extraordinary experiences, and I can’t imagine any other life so richly fulfilling.
“…as a nursing mother cares for her children, so we cared for you…”
— 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8 (NIV)
Lord Jesus, thank you for allowing me to serve Your church. As I near the end of my earthly sojourn I am encouraged to see all of the young men and women You are calling into ministry. Bless them I pray in Your holy name. Amen.