Mary P
On Sunday, May 11, we said goodbye to Mary Pangilinan, who entered into the presence of Jesus Christ early that morning. Mary has been battling an aggressive form of cancer for several months. Mary and her husband Bob, have been a crucial part of Wildwood Christian Church for years.
On Thursday, May 15, 2008, at 11:00 am, funeral services will be held for Mary at the church building. Visitation will be from 4-8pm on Wednesday, May 14, at Schrader Funeral Home. A brief visitation is also available from 10:00 - 11:00 am prior to the funeral.
I am so thankful to have gotten to know Mary since we have moved to Wildwood. Even in the midst of battling cancer, she has been a real encouragement to Patti and myself. What a blessing to have known Mary and to see the faith in Jesus Christ that she had.
I love the words from Revelation 14:13, which apply to Mary.
Revelation 14:13, Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.”
Please keep Bob, Cindy, Kevin, Tina, Theo, and Cathy in your prayers.
Mother’s Day was a special day here at Wildwood, and I am thankful for so many who were able to share in a time of worship. It was also fun to honor moms and to encourage them with gifts.
Evan had a special banquet to honor some of our graduating seniors on Saturday evening. We have several seniors, but here are the names of the ones who were able to attend the banquet with their family on Saturday. Matt McClellan, Sarah Wiesehan, Kelly Watts, Lucy Mosier, Sarah Engle, Doug Dunn, and Jordan Gonzalez. We will show a video on Sunday so that you can see their faces!
In my reading this morning I meditated upon the following verses. May they encourage your day!
Psalm 119:129-133, 129Your statutes are wonderful; therefore I obey them. 130The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple. 131I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands. 132Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name. 133Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.
Because of Jesus,
Doug



