Date: 11/14/2003
Name: Greg & Chris Litaker
Email Address: glitaker@earthlink.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: You are so missed! You were a turning point in our lives. My children, Jason & Betsy, decided we had to go to Newell because of the minister there. You! You married Greg and I. You baptized Ruby. You were there when Jason had surgery for cancer. You brought us McDonald's at midnight when Greg had his blood clot. You were always there! I thank the good Lord for you and Jane for always being there. You were a blessing to us and our children.

Date: 11/13/2003
Name: John and Ruth Hicks
Email Address: rhicks@presbyteryofgreateratl.org
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, My oh my how gracefully we grow into our years of ministry! Congratulations. We won't wish you 30 more but many many more years of good ministry. Take care! Ruth and John Hicks

Date: 11/12/2003
Name: Rebecca Smith Ritchey
Email Address: britchey45@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, Congratulations on 30 years of ministry and may you have many, many more years of effective and meaningful ministry in the future to come. Many thanx for all your support and encouragement. What a blessings to have you as E.P. of NEGA!!!:-) May God continue to gift you and yours with great good health and happiness. Shalom, b.

Date: 11/12/2003
Name: Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Sarratt
Email Address: charlie@skysiteaerial.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations Mr. Meeks!! We will never forget our wedding experience. You were an important part of it and we THANK YOU again and again!... Wendy and Charlie Sarratt Raleigh, NC

Date: 11/12/2003
Name: Wayne Bridgers
Email Address: mwbridgers@vnet.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken, Congradulations on thirty years in the ministry. I have several stories that I could tell, but I will leave them un-touched. One in particular was when you gave me a coffee mug that read "don't let the turkeys get you down"; the mug is still reminder of that time and the true friendship you provided to me and my family. Just to let you know, I completed 30 years and retired on 7-1-03, I decided it was time to leave the turkeys....I hope you stay in the ministery for many years to come, there is a need for ministers like Ken Meeks, you have so much that you can pass on the the young ministers and old alike...God Bless You. Take care of yourself. Wayne Bridgers

Date: 11/12/2003
Name: Trent, Marlene, Kemp & Hunter Thompson
Email Address: marlenethompson@bellsouth.net
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, I hope you get this, even though it is about 24 hours late! I also hope you realize how much you have meant to our family. You are the first pastor our boys remember and their relationship with you has influenced their life and their relationship with God and will continue to do so forever. You were their for us many times; during Trent's heart attach, during my Dad's illness. We miss you and wish you continued success and happiness. Trent, Marlene, Kemp and Hunter

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Ken Lanspery
Email Address: kwlanspery@yahoo.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Hey Ken, 30 years ago you were just a kid...a kid who was a great pastor. I will never forget your coming by our place while we were still unpacking to welcome us and invite us to come to Bethpage Presby. You and Paul Christy helped deal with a huge amount of empty boxes and made a real impact on me and the family. I know Larry Riggs gave you the tip that there were some Yankees moving in and you were quick to follow up. Since that time, you became a great friend as well as a benchmark of what a real pastor should be. Your care and concern for your flock was always evident and sincere. I know I razzed you for one thing or another over the years, but that was done in jest and respect. I thank you for your friendship, good memories and the way you respond to requests made even 25 years after our first meeting. Your golf game has remained the same after all this time and that's too bad, but it is always a fun time when we do get together. Best wishes for continued success and happiness............Ken L.

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Sylvia Lanspery
Email Address: grammas@ctc.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: If I had a scanner I'd put your picture from the Womanless Wedding at Bethpage. I guess I'll keep it under wraps for now. You reached out if friendship 25 years ago when we first showed up here, and you're still there today whenever we call. Thanks for being a good friend, both near and far. Congratulations on your 30 years. That really sounds old!! Ken and Sylvia

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: frank a. rankin iii
Email Address: alexrankin@concordengineering.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: ken, i don't know which i enjoyed most, flying you over bethpage church so you could make pictures for the church bulletin, or buzzing the sanctuary during your sermon! sorry! you knew it was me, though!! alex rankin

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Ray & Betty Christy
Email Address: ChristyCarolina@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: What a milestone. Congratulations to you & your family. We have never forgotten those days at Bethpage. What a blessing. Also what a comfort you were when Shirley Boger was in intensive care at the smae time as Jane. Many wishes to you and yours for a happy healthy future. We love you.

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Eloise Crawford
Email Address: eeloise@earthlink.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Dear Ken, How exciting to hear that you have reached this milestone. Congratulations!! I will treasure the time that I had to work with you at Newell. Best wishes to you and your family as you continue in NE GA. Eloise

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Linda Turner
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations on 30 years of ministry! Ken, when you first came to Northeast Georgia Presbytery I was very apprehensive, knowing that as a staff and as a presbytery we were going to go through a lot of changes and that those changes were going to be (and still are!) a great challenge for me. Ken, I have found that it is okay to be challenged! You are a very caring and supportive person and I want to thank you for all of your help and support. Your love of the ministry is very evident. Northeast Georgia Presbytery is very blessed by having you here. Remember, to take time for yourself and Jane.

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Tjip Walker, Mary Beth Wertime and family
Email Address: tjip_walker@yahoo.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA (for the time being)
Comments: Ken, Last minute (as usual), but no less heart-felt. Thank you for your spiritual guidance and your friendship. I'll never forget the first time we met, over supper on our porch, responding to Mary Beth's withering examination of your theological commitments and liturgical style with skill and a touch of humor. It was a masterful performance and one that opened the door to NPC and what was to become a real church family and Community of Christ for 3 years. Thank you for reaching out, standing by us, and encouraging us to seek out God's intentions for us every day. What more can He ask of his ministers?

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Paul Luthman
Email Address: pluthman@flintriverpresbytery.org
Homepage: http://www.flintriverpresbytery.org
Country: USA
Comments: Ken - Even though you went to Citadel, I admire your brain - not your brawn. [Per Mr. Webster: (1) well-developed muscles; (2) boar's or swine's flesh....take your pick.] I'm glad you're still around old man. I enjoy listening to your mind crank, even if I can't always follow it. Congratulations on 30. May you have as many more as you can endure. Paul Luthman

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Anita Green
Email Address: anitagreen@negapby.org
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations on the 30th anniversary of your ordination! It's obvious by all the notes at this website, that you and your ministry have touched the lives of countless people. What a legacy! It's been a real pleasure to be a part of your team the past few months, and I look forward to many years ahead. Your leadership, energy, and deep faith are inspiring. May God bless you with more joys and challenges as you continue your journey. Anita

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: norm grayson
Email Address: norm@graysonrealty.com
Homepage: http://www.graysonrealty.com
Country: USA
Comments: I enjoyed reading .....Ken......all 83 of your letters...congrats again norm

Date: 11/11/2003
Name: Steve and Laura Mason
Email Address: lcmason@charter.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken, Congratulations on your successful career!! 30 years in ministry - WOW! I am sure you have touched many lives in that time. God Bless You. Laura and Steve

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Betty Ritchie
Email Address: culbreth1@msn.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, Congratulations! 30 years in the Ministry! A Milestone! Thanks for being a friend and guide for many of us seeking to grow as we continue on our faith journey. I have good memories of your time at Newell. Remember the Contemplative Prayer Sessions; establishing the Barnabas Birds; presenting the play,THE LAST SUPPER, when you washed the feet of The Elders who were portraying the disciples; Visiting Newcomers?...and the list could go on. Thanks for the years you, Jane, and the boys were a part of our church family. Stuart joins me in wishing you well today and always. Betty Ritchie

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Mike and Ralphetta Bailey
Email Address: rmbailey1@charter.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Dear Ken, Congratulations! I'm not sure you knew what an inspiration you were in our life. I had never experienced such miracles as when you encouraged, guided and sometimes even "pushed" me to continue praying and believing in myself and our goal. From the first thought of a Mother's Morning Out program to the first day and beyond, you were the strong "pillar" that helped me to open my life and heart to God's will. Thank you! With love and best wishes for another 30 years. The Baileys, Ralphetta, Mike Robbie and Scottie.

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Jane
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Hi Ken - Gotcha - well, I think I did this time! How do you like my "grant" project?!? And....I DID keep this little secret for quite a long time. Never say never to a counselor or a minister's wife. I hope this brings you lots of joy today and that you know how much you mean to so many people. I never planned on marrying a minister; that just came with the guy I fell in love with over 37 years ago. I think I'll stick with both of them. Enjoy your day. I love you lots. J

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Rick & Diane Mullinax
Email Address: jmullinax1@carolina.rr.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Hi Ken, First we want to congratulate you on such a long and fruitful ministry. You have meant so much to everyone who knew you. We still miss you at Bethpage and wish we could be there to congratulate you in person. May God continue to bless you and your family thru the next 30 years. We still remember all those ballgames coach Ken and coach Rick helped our kids thru! Please tell Jane and the boys,( I mean young men ) hello for us. Let us hear from you if you have time. Love Rick and Diane Mullinax

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Frank Cooley and Carolyn Martin
Email Address: anniecam@hemc.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken --- Congratulations! We have to admit that after you came to the Tiger Church and played a detective, we weren't sure how serious you would be as a presbytery executive. But now that we know you, we are grateful for your leadership in our presbytery. Your deep faith and concern for others has been evident in your ministry. Thanks! Carolyn and Frank

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Edie Covert
Email Address: edithcovert@negapby.org
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken --- Congratulations on 30 years of ordained ministry! It is a joy and privilege for me to be “on the team” with you during this part of your journey. I am truly thankful that the Lord called you and Jane to Northeast Georgia Presbytery. It has been fun getting to know both of you. I am grateful for your friendship, your support, and your leadership. Your deep faith and love for the Lord is evident in all that you do and it serves as an inspiration to many of us. While I have to admit you have kept us busier than we might like at times, the activity and change has enabled and challenged us to stretch and dream and think “outside the box.” That’s been difficult at times, but good for us. And even though we can’t see around the corners ahead, it’s good to know you are “in this with us.” When you arrived, you were the newcomer in the midst of a great deal of history, traditions, and long-term friendships. Through your humor, gentle spirit, understanding, and patience it was easy to begin working with you. Thanks for those gifts, and many others, you share with us through your ministry. As the journey moves forward, I know the Lord will continue to lead you, as you lead us. And I am confident that Northeast Georgia Presbytery will continue to be enriched through our ministry together. There is no doubt in my mind that some exciting (and challenging) times are ahead! But Ken, I do have one request to make: In the midst of your busy calendar, please remember to schedule more time for yourself and for Jane. [As you know, you can’t improve that golf game if you don’t practice at least a little more often! And anytime you need a golfing partner, feel free to call Joe Covert. Besides, you and Joe are both a lot more fun to be around after you’ve played some golf.] With a grateful heart, Edie

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Anne and C.V. Lowdermilk
Email Address: clowdermilk@carolina.rr.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: (2nd attempt) Congratulations Ken!!! Thanks for sharing part of your 30 years in the Ministry with Newell Presbyterian. We are appreciative for what you did as our pastor/minister. Anne and C.V.

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Pat and Jack Rankin
Email Address: frankrankin@MSN.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Dear Ken, Congratulations for your years of service to the Lord. Thank you for being a wonderful shepherd.We're grateful to have been in your flock at Bethpage. We have a lot of good memories of those times. We bet that being chased by a German Shepherd at our house is not one of yours! Love to Jane and the boys. Jack and Pat Rankin

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Gilda Wilkinson
Email Address: gswilkin@duke-energy.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Congratulations on the 30th milestone! We have so many fond memories of the time you shared with us at Bethpage. God blessed with a very special gift of relating to people. Thanks again, for the ten years out of your life that you served as our Shepherd. Much love from Jim, Gilda, Wesley, Travis and Grandma.

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Beverly Conway
Email Address: bjsc@plantationcable.net
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Dear Ken, Congratulations on 30 years in the ministry! Quite a milestone. I've enjoyed getting to know you as we have worked together on the NEGA newsletter. May God Bless you as you continue on your faith journey. Bev Conway

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Wade Huie
Email Address: w.huiejr@worldnet.att.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken: I hope the celebration of your 30th anniversary of becoming a REV will stir memories of many good days and an echo of the eternal WELL DONE! Wade-

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Glenn Doak
Email Address: glenndoak@athensfirstpres.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations Ken on reaching a milestone in Ministry. As one who has gone beyond 30 years let me tell you there is plenty of life left and the best is yet to be. Less energy but more enthusaism and knowledge about what we are suppose to be doing. Hope you have a marvelous day and remember all of those folk who were there 30 years ago to get you started on your journey. Do you remember who charged you that day/night? Blessings on you for your work in Northeast Georgia and the years that are still stretching out before you. Glenn Doak Athens First Presbyterian Church

Date: 11/10/2003
Name: Kay Starnes
Email Address: kaystarnes@carolina.rr.com
Homepage: None
Country: United States
Comments: Ken, Congratulations on a wonderful ministry of caring and helping and always being there. Thanks for the blessing you and Jane have been to our family. We wish you continued joy in the work of the kingdom. We miss you. Kay, Bill, Kyle, Patrick and Ginger Starnes

Date: 11/09/2003
Name: Rick and Sue Moody
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations on 30 years in the Mininstry! We are so grateful for the time you spent at Newell Presbyterian Church. We want you to know how much you meant to our family. Thank you for your leadership, your compassion and your friendship. Here's to the next 30 years!!

Date: 11/09/2003
Name: Phil Linebarrier
Email Address: pcl9136@yahoo.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, Congratulations on 30 years as a Minister. I have a lot of great memories with you and your family at Bethpage. I wish you 30 more great years. Tell Jane, Josh, and Ian that I said hello and I think about you guys quite often. Best Wishes, Phil Linebarrier.

Date: 11/09/2003
Name: Janet & Wayne Fitzpatrick
Email Address: jfitz27@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken congratulations on your 30th anniversary as a presbyterian minister. Wayne and I are so proud of you. May God be with you and your family. Come see us anytime, always welcome. Love to you and your family, Janet & Wayne Fitzpatrick

Date: 11/09/2003
Name: Freda and Gene Schlaman
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken has played a major role in our family: being Gene's "father," marrying our daugher, helpful friend through Gene's Mom's transition to a care facility, practicing his slice on the golf course and just being an authentic friend. We are pleased to have had you as our pastor and continued friend. Congratulations on reaching this milestone in your career. Freda and Gene

Date: 11/09/2003
Name: Joyce Rife
Email Address: revjar2@yahoo.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Dear Ken, Your energy always amazes me, plus your ability to remember all those many important things. Do you have a file cabinet in your brain? It is a joy to serve with you in the prebytery. You make it all seem so easy, the true mark of a good leader. Thank God for bringing you here and for all the good work you are doing in our presbytery. Joyce Rife

Date: 11/08/2003
Name: Ellen Meeks and Kevin McCarty
Email Address: emeeks1@comcast.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Ken(Gavin): Congratulations on a very impressive life's work! I grew up always hearing good news of you and your sister; there was never a doubt you were going to turn out well... We hope you have a wonderful celebration. Love to you and your family from cousin Ellen Meeks and Kevin McCarty

Date: 11/08/2003
Name: Peggy Overcash
Email Address: pjovercash@carolina.rr.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Hi Ken: Congratulations on 30 years in the ministry! This is truly a great accomplishment. We remember all your years at Bethpage as if they were yesterday. You have been an inspiration to more people then you will know. Hope you will have 30 more years. It is wonderful to see your family doing so well. Bill & Peggy Overcash

Date: 11/08/2003
Name: Donny Whitehead
Email Address: cherokeesales@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: Winterville (ha, ha)
Comments: Dear Ken, Thank you so much for your friendship and support during my call as commissioned lay pastor at Ficklen. Your dedication to God and church is greatly appreciated by all in Northeast Georgia Presbytery. I liked looking at the photos on your guest book and by the way, where did all the hair go? If you find out, let me know because I think mine went to the same place! Take care and give Jane my best. Your brother in Christ, Donny Whitehead

Date: 11/08/2003
Name: Jim Choomack
Email Address: jimchoo@bellsouth.net
Homepage: http://www.cherokeepby.com
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, First--lose the pictures! Just kidding. Best wishes on your 30th anniversary as a Minister of the Word and Sacrament. As one who is now in his 33rd year, I can tell you it only gets better. It has been a joy knowing you over the years and particularly now as we are neighbors. I am grateful for your friendship more than you can know. God bless you on this great milestone. JIM

Date: 11/07/2003
Name: Carolyn and Ervin Helms
Email Address: ultralight@earthlink.net
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Dear Ken: WOW!!! 30 years. What an accomplishment. It must give you great satisfaction to know that for 30 years you have led, helped, encouraged, prayed for and with so many. You will always have a special place in our hearts for helping us through a very sad and tragic time and also for being such a wonderful pastor to all of us at Bethpage. May God continue to bless you in Georgia.

Date: 11/07/2003
Name: Belinda Rice
Email Address: belinda.rice@presbyofcharlotte.org
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congrats. May you have 30 more. You're still missed lots. Hope they appreciate you down there. If not, you know you can come back!

Date: 11/07/2003
Name: Jean Brown
Email Address: romanxx@ctc.net
Homepage: http://www.romanxx.com
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, congratulations on your anniversary! I remember your years at Bethpage with many emotions, as I'm sure you and Jane do, too. One scene is vivid in memory, however; the Hanging of the Greens service when you were dedicating the decorations, and as you spoke, a strange "quacking" clattering noise arose from the sanctuary. It proceeded around the outside wall as you carried on valiantly in the face of the disturbance, until finally someone managed to corral Josh and his pull-toy and you could end semi-gracefully. I don't think anyone there will forget that particular dedication. Mother and I wish you all joy and satisfaction in this event, and are certain we were blessed by our association with you and Jane. Love, Jean and Dot Brown

Date: 11/06/2003
Name: Joe Alloway
Email Address: presbunny@bellsouth.net
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Hi Ken Time sure flies doesn't it. Sue and I want to wish you a most joyful celebration. I haven't been in the Presbytery very long. I want to thank you for the honor of representing the Presbytery at the Montreat Conference. I look forward to serving with you in the days, months and years ahead. May God smile upon you for you have a big job. In Christ, Joe

Date: 11/06/2003
Name: Steven Mowery
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Hello Friend and Colleague ! I have had the unusual pleasure of being a long-term pastor who followed your long-term pastorate here at Bethpage. Aside from the scary thought that there is an entire generation of Presbyterians here who know only the two of us as their pastor, it has been and continues to be a pleasure to follow you in this church. Your pastoral ability to facilitate healing and reconciliation in the life of this church at the time when it was most needed has now expanded into a strong congregation that is ready for the growth and change taking place around it. You set the stage for development, and I have been able to help fashion the growth on that platform. You have my respect and appreciation, my continued friendship, and my warmest congratulations on the occasion of your ordination anniversary. May God continue to bless you in the many fields of ministry in which you labor. Happy anniversary, Steve

Date: 11/06/2003
Name: Hilary
Email Address: hshuford@maumeevp.org
Homepage: http://www.maumeevp.org
Country: N/A
Comments: Dear Ken, Congratulations on your 30 year anniversary of being a minister of the Word and Sacrament! You are a blessing to all who know you and especially for Northeast Georgia Presbytery. I can testify to your vision for all of us to "...boldly go" where no one has gone before. We have found my way all the way from Athens, Georgia, to NW Ohio (and SE Michigan)! From your greatest fans in Maumee Valley Presbytery, Hilary and Harry

Date: 11/06/2003
Name: Clay Gunter
Email Address: Clay@cherokeepby.com
Homepage: http://www.cherokeepby.com
Country: USA
Comments: 30 years and still able to take notes for the cluster! Gods riches blessings! Clay Gunter

Date: 11/05/2003
Name: Thelma and Ed
Email Address: edshed13@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: My My How time flies.Your 30 years gives us a reason to sit back and think of all our good memories. Both in N.C. and Tenn. Don't you think it's about time we had lunch again at Panda;s Den? Best wishes Great past and praying for a great future.. Thelma and Ed

Date: 11/05/2003
Name: Clark Simmons
Email Address: csimmons@pensions.org
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations Ken! You must have graduated from seminary at the age of 10. No early retirement for you!

Date: 11/05/2003
Name: Forrest Palmer
Email Address: fpalmer@presbyteryofgreateratl.org
Homepage: http://presbyteryofgreateratl.org
Country: USA
Comments: Ken-- Congratulations on 30 years in the ministry! I am just a couple years behind you! It has been a pleasure to work with you in various projects...and yes, even those meetings! God bless you in this milestone, with many more years to come! Forrest

Date: 11/05/2003
Name: Wanda C. Butler
Email Address: wcbutlerw@aol.com
Homepage: http://None
Country: USA
Comments: Congratulations Ken, Our Most Honorable Executive Presbyter! On September 25, 2003, I too celebrated my 30th Anniversary on my job as an Instructional Systems Specialist. As you and I have discussed our calling and our work before, its been a true labor of love! Glad to have company in the 30 Year Club. I am so happy that you are here with us in Georgia to celebrate this historic milestone. May God bless you and cause you to continue your journey to the top of the mountain. Wanda C. Butler and the Family of Christ Presbyterian Church

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Edith Meeks
Email Address: edimeeks@aol.com
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: To Ken (we called you as Gavin when you would thrill three little girls visiting down at Grandmother's house by coming by for a game of checkers.) You've made good use of the intervening years! Hard to admit to myself that so much time has passed... Congratulations on your anniversary. With all good wishes for many more, from Edith Meeks and husband Peter Coston.

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Alice
Email Address: atw@alltel.net
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: I thank you and I thank God for you.

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Skip and Charles
Email Address: gkrowell@cetlink.net
Homepage: None
Country: USA
Comments: Ken, I didn't realize that you were this old! I'm kidding! Wish we could all be there with you and Jane. Don't forget all of the good times we've had. Maybe someday you will come back to visit. Jane, how have you lived with him all these years? We love you both, Skip and Charles

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Pauline & Piers Walker
Email Address: paulineandpiers@hotmail.com
Homepage: None
Country: England
Comments: Hello Ken, A 'little bird' tells us that today you are celebrating 30 years in the ministry. We would love to add our CONGRATULATION on this occasion. Although we have only had the pleasure of meeting yourself and Jane on just one occasion in 1997, our dear friend Clarice speaks about you all so often, that we feel that we know you well. May we wish you and your family all the very best for the future. With kindest regards from Pauline & Piers.

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Bud and Marie Sims
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Hi Ken, Congratulations! Hope you have many more. Tell the family hello for us. We miss you. Bud and Marie Sims

Date: 11/04/2003
Name: Ken & Mary Nelms
Email Address: None
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Congratulations..............you're such an inspiration to us, a real life role model in how faith in God is your life. Thanks, from the bottom of our hearts for all you've done for us, our kids and family. God bless & love, Ken and Mary 11/4/03

Date: 11/03/2003
Name: Wayne
Email Address: wayne.meeks@yale.edu
Homepage: None
Country: N/A
Comments: Dear Gavin, It can't be true. You are far too young to have been ordained for 30 years. I look back nearly a half century at my own ordination, but it didn't quite take; yours obviously did. What a fine ministry it has been! And so much work still to be done, but more and more time, I hope, for stillness and thought and peace. To that end, here's one of my favorite poems, by the late Jane Kenyon (the namesake can't hurt): Let Evening Come Let the light of late afternoon shine through chinks in the barn, moving up the bales as the sun moves down. Let the cricket take up chafing as a woman takes up her needles and her yarn. Let evening come. Let dew collect on the hoe abandoned in long grass. Let the stars appear and the moon disclose her silver horn. Let the fox go back to its sandy den. Let the wind die down. Let the shed go black inside. Let evening come. To the bottle in the ditch, to the scoop in the oats, to air in the lung let evening come. Let it come, as it will, and don't be afraid. God does not leave us comfortless, so let evening come. Judith joins me in sending congratulations for work well done and fondest good wishes for many more years of good labor ahead. Wayne

Date: 11/03/2003
Name: Jake and Louise Marshall
Email Address: jakemarshall@comcast.net
Homepage: http://sixeschurch.org
Country: usa
Comments: Ken, What an absolute joy to be able to celebrate with you this very significant milestone! We are deeply grateful that God allowed our journeys to be joined with yours in the work and service of the church. Our prayers are that you will continue to be blessed even as you ARE a blessing to so many others! Congratulations! Well done! God's shalom! Jake and Louise Marshall