Gary was installed and ordained as an elder in our church on Sunday. The process has not been a short one, that's for sure. He was nominated back in the late fall. Had questionnaires to complete, interviews to share his faith journey and then he was placed on the slate for a vote by the congregation. Jokingly, people indicated they were glad it was a slate and not an individual ballot as they just were not sure about Gary. We are so proud of Gary and what a huge honor this is for him to be a part of the governing body for our church and sit on the session board for Hope, which is the largest church in the state of Tennessee. He has learned so much through his training and even taught me a few things, even though I grew up Presbyterian! Gary is humbled by the process and enjoyed having my parents, the girls and some friends in attendance as he was ordained in front of the congregation. Congrats Gary!
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| the family in attendance to support Gary |
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| awesome friend zack who joined us with his wife lauren |
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