My Dad

Happy Father's Day to the dad who has trained up a generation of Jesus (AND Church) lovers. The dad who was able to always lead God's church while never slacking on his family. The dad who never missed a dance recital, baseball game, basketball game, football game, cheerleading competition, awards day, graduation, birthday party, family vacation (because let's be honest, lots of pastors will sacrifice that time with their family to head back home to cater to another, just saying) or youth camp. Yes, my dad was going to youth camps WAY before any of us were able to go! And to the dad who has always valued his children's opinions and even sought our advice at a few transitioning points in his ministry.

Thank you for investing your time and energy not only into your own kids but in the lives of our friends and fellow student ministry kids. You've not only been a dad to Stephen, Jessica, John, and I but you've been a dad to a whole slew of other kids as well. I'm not sure how you've managed to give the churches you've served in, your family, and other families your undivided attention all at the same time, but you have; and for that, you will always be a hero. Happy Father's Day to the dad who's done it all, and succeeded!

Love you, Dad