Happy Birthday, Pastor Jeff! You are such an amazing pastor! I started attending services over 4 years ago with my then fiancee. He had already been attending for around 3 years prior. I was shocked at how fun the service was, the great word, and all of the inviting people. You have truly touched our lives. My father went to a sunday service with me just recently. I wanted him to come with us to witness your word. He has been through so many tough times in his life. Between going through a divorce with my mom, having his dad die at age 10, his brother die 15 years later, his mom dying almost 10 years later,and about 4 others passing, I was thinking that he had lost his faith, and wondering if he ever had any at all. After the service was over, the way he talked about the sermon and how he felt about it, I knew he was thinking there could be another beginning, and that there was something greater out there. He was really connected. His reaction was so very,very important to me. I really want him to get to know the Lord and how great he is. You helped spark some great feelings in him, so I thank you.
My list could go on and on of the things that you have done without you even knowing, but you would be reading for at least another 10 minutes, and I know your busy! :)
Thank you so much for being cool and doing what you do. You and your family are a great example of how loving a family should be.
We look forward to many more years with you!
Happy 50th to a guy who doesn't look 50 at all!!!
Todd and Angela Firebaugh