She came around the corner wearing an extraordinary red suit with a ruffled white shirt of delicate detail. Her floral shoes were the perfect splash of color to her celebratory attire (besides the slick red satin purse and it's amazing red bow!) Our eyes met as she was on her way to greet the ministers and their wives in the green room. She flashes that smile of hers and begins to minister immediately with her ever so pleasant words and affections. She forgot all about what was going on, a huge celebration in honor of them, and took time to dote on a young woman, who along with countless others are in awe of her. And this is why she and her husband are successful in leadership...selflessness. His sentiments and actions were the same. I watched as he introduced people to one another-excitedly and upbeat. He made sure that everyone had been spoken to and made to feel at ease and appreciated. And they did. Rest assured, the desire in this couple's live's to serve and lead are seen and felt whole-heartedly. What cause to celebrate!
With that being said, the night was full of genuine doting and admiration of this rare, remarkable couple and their family. My most memorable quote of the evening though was this: "You could've had idiots!" -Rev. Nathan J. Hurst Yes, there was laughter, tears, and accounts of the impact that they've had on countless lives that they've had relationship with over the past 20 years. Certainly God has blessed the city and people of Pearland with a faithful, loving, Godly Pastor and wife.
The following photos express the details of this 20th Anniversary celebration in one way or another. You may laugh. You may cry. You may scratch your head. But one thing is for sure...you will have memories and relive the emotions of this night for years to come. Lord bless and keep you always.
-Jamie
Congratulations to Rev. and Mrs. Ken Gurley and Family of Pearland, TX
Milestone.
Loved.
Adoration.
Powerful.
Modern version of:
Hear no evil. Speak no evil. See no evil.
Brotherhood.
Proud.
Passionate.
3 comments:
It was such a surprise to get your comment on my blog!!! Your blog and website are great! Thanks for dropping by. Did you even know I have a little girl? I say little, but she is already six years old. We are having so much fun with her.
P.S. I gave a shout-out to you on my blog.
Jaimie, It was good to see you and your family at the 20th Anniversary for the Gurley's. I'm glad I found your blog. Now you are added to my blog roll. :) Stop by and see me on mine sometime. www.iluv2prshim.wordpress.com
Blessings!
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