Monday, November 17, 2008

Brad's Ordination

Yesterday evening was Brad's ordination service. It was such a special day for Brad and our family. In his four years in ministry, Brad has had several opportunities to be ordained, but he never felt like it was the right time. He takes his calling and his position as an ordained minister very seriously. 
Many special people were a part of the ceremony. Thank you to all of our family and friends who attended! Clay, Brad's brother, spoke about Brad and the great relationship that they have.

Jody led worship.
Our friends, Ryan and Heather, came in from Dallas. Ryan spoke and did a fabulous job. My camera battery died before we were able to get a picture with them. 

The elders prayed over Brad and I, commissioning him as an ordained pastor and petitioning the Lord on behalf of our family.

It was a memorable, encouraging day!


19 comments:

Unknown said...

Congrats .... that is exciting!

Lindsay said...

Congratulations Brad! Also, I love the new picture in your header, in particular that Kayt is the only one looking at the camera. So cute!

parkus65 said...

Congrats to you guys. I wish that I could have been there to tell you guys in person, but that is what college will do to you. Hope to see you guys soon!

Julia Soler said...

Congratulations, what a wonderful blessing

Tara said...

Awww..I so wish I was there yesterday. :( Brad has always meant so much to me and I love my little brother :)

timmons said...

What a blessing!!!You both are special to the Lord and I know He has GREAT plans for you. God Bless you Love Robin

The Wilsons said...

I hate that I didn't get back in town in time for Brad's ordination!!!! Jody raved about it, so I know it was amazing! Miss you girl!

The Wilsons said...

I hate that I didn't get back in town in time for Brad's ordination!!!! Jody raved about it, so I know it was amazing! Miss you girl!

Darci White said...

That's wonderful! Congratulations!

PS - who took your photos - love the new blog header!

Meg said...

Congrats to Brad!
Can't wait to see you and the gang!

Christopher Bunch said...

It was an amazing day. So glad we got to share in it with you guys. The new pic is amazing. Did your brother take it too?

The Barnyards said...

I'm sure it was such a sweet day for your family! I love the new family picture up top! Gorgeous!!

I also have been meaning to stop by and tell you thanks for your message on my birthday. It was really encouraging to hear your story....so similar to mine. God is so good. He redeems!

Sam and Mandy said...

congratulations brad; what a special day!

Brittani's Holding Little Hands said...

Ordination is such a special blessing. Memories of Chris' ordination will be cherished by our family forever, and I know your family will do the same. Congrats@

Sarah said...

Congrats to your hubby!!
And I love your header picture!!

Janelle said...

Congrats Brad!!!!

Now he really can marry me one day..I bet he doesn't remember me telling him that, but I did right before I moved to Abilene :)

Ingram Gang said...

I bet he does remember, Janelle :)

Ashley said...

Awesome.

Jessica Davis said...

how wonderful!!!!! Congratulations and I love the new header!!!!