Written by: Andrew J. Williams, II – February 9, 2017

While we’ve gathered today to celebrate your 78th Birthday with cards, flowers and a warm reception, we cannot merely say "Happy Birthday" without adding the phrase…Thank You.

Thank you for serving faithfully and honorably as our First Lady and District Mother. Thank you for praying to God on our behalf as we seek to know and to do His will. Thank you for guarding your heart while sharing your heart with us.

We honor and applaud you today for your steadfastness as a Holy Women; a Role Model whose acts of kindness are displayed in word and in deed.

The favor of the Lord which has rested upon your 78-years has blessed all who have been touched by you. With each card you’ve given, each call and visit you’ve made and for every gift you have shared your love for God’s people has encouraged, inspired and empowered us.

Year after year and decade after decade, you have been a shining example of God’s faithfulness to those who delight themselves in the Lord: such do receive the desires of their heart.

And while you are not a family relative to most of us, you have loved each of us as much as any mother could love her offspring. Your dedication to our spiritual growth is always evident and your words of correction demonstrate your genuine interest in our overall well-being.

Yes, we’ve gladly gathered today to celebrate your 78th Birthday and to say Thank You.

May God’s richest blessings continue to rest upon you and may you be in good health and prosper even as your soul prospers.

Sincerely, with much love and admiration,

Members of the Greater Adams Street Church Of God By Faith