Today is the natal feast of the Reverend Michael Hopkins -- my friend, mentor, colleague and brother priest -- and I just couldn't let the day pass this year without a little blog "shout out" to mark the day.
I know it's customary for the birthday boy to be the one receiving the gifts, but on this birthday I want to publicly celebrate the many, many gifts Michael has given so many of us over the years. The gift of the example of his work and his witness; the gift of his courage and his commitment; and the gift of his unfailing willingness to both embrace and proclaim the truth that will make you free. (To name just a few!).
Most of all, I give thanks for the gift of his friendship and send prayers for much joy, health and happiness in the year ahead.
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Check out his blog ... From Glory into Glory ... for some of the best preaching on the planet ... and join me in a chorus of :
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"Happy Birthday, dear Michael ... Happy Birthday to you!"
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Watch over your child, Michael, O Lord, as his days increase; bless and guide him wherever he may be. Strengthen him when he stands; comfort him when discouraged or sorrowful; raise him up if he falls; and in his heart may your peace which passes understanding abide all the days of his life; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen..
2 comments:
Happy Birthday, Michael! via Susan!
Thank you for all the many gifts that you have given this Church. Thank you for the shoulders upon which we stand.
As you are a blessing, may you be blessed abundantly.
Yeah... don't forget the gift of his very great blog! I used to go over there every week and somehow got out of the habit. Thank you for reminding me of where I really can find some of the best preaching around.
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