A Happy Mother's Day

We were privileged to have my mom, Joann Holley, and her chauffeur in service this morning. She is a great lady of God and it is our distinct honor to call her "Mom!" She has been faithful like clock-work for the many years she has served the Lord. She is always giving to one of us - whether it is a hug, a compliment, or for Chad and Cameron, it is tickling their back! They came down on Friday and we spent a couple days with them. Our church always loves for them to be in service with us!

Another great Mom in our life is my sweet wife, Karla. She is such a blessing to everything that she is a part of. She is definitely full of life and laughter. At our wedding, Nathan Hurst, prayed that our home would be full of laughter and it has definitely come true. Not only is Karla a great wife and mother, she is also a friend to each one of us.

Our church surprised us and honored her today with roses and a sweet card. As Sis. McClain presented the gift, she thanked Karla for being approachable and loving each one of the ladies, as well as training our young people in Sunday School class. It was so nice.

We had some special readings about mothers and then had a drawing for a beautiful plant and book called "A Woman After God's Own Heart." Sis. Betty Sharp was the winner! She is such a wonderful lady. They have been such a treat to have around. They are prayer warriors and solid Christians. Her husband had a stroke about 2 years ago and she gets him ready for church, helps him into the car, loads the wheelchair - and they are faithful. We are trying to help them in any way that we can, but she hates to accept the help. She forgot her tithe and offering last weekend and called on Monday to let me know that she was SO sorry. They were concerned that I would think they were laying off! They love the work of God.

The young ladies handed out roses to all the mothers as a special token of our love. I can't picture them all here, but here are two of the elder mothers.

It was truly a Happy Mother's Day.