JUNE 2014
Christ Lutheran Church • Highlands Ranch, CO • Gathering † Gifting † Sending
Vaya Con Dios! Debby and Tom Kinsella!
Vaya con dios – Go with God! This will be our acclamation as we praise and applaud the nearly 11 years of ministry of Debby Kinsella at Christ Lutheran Church here in Highlands Ranch, Colorado!
style of loving people are a hallmark of what a Christian church can and should be. Based on the biblical understanding of Hospitality, Debby personifies this Spiritual Gift. The list of areas she was involved in would fill this entire newsletter!
Debby and Tom will be moving to Cave Creek Arizona early July to take on the opportunity of a lifetime, owning and running their own business: The Full Circle Ranch Bed and Breakfast! (See her letter to the congregation below.)
We will not say “adios” because she has become a part of our hearts and will forever remain there with us. Rather will keep to Vaya con dios – Go with God (until we meet again)!
We have chosen the date of Friday, June 27th beginning at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary for the festivities of honoring Debby and her indelible touch and ministry upon so many lives here and through Christ Lutheran Church. Our tentative plans are to have a ceremony in our worship space then adjourn into the Fellowship Hall for refreshments and a night of fellowship. We are planning on a “pot luck of appetizers” meaning, if you attend, bring some appetizers to share. Similar to our Oktoberfest we are thinking of using drink tickets for beer and wine. Watch for future announcements as plans unfold. If you would like to help or get involved in a specific way, or whatever way we will need help, please contact Mary Behnke, Administrative Manager or Pastor Tom. If you email us please make sure to include your phone number so that we may conveniently contact you. Right now we know we will need volunteers to set up, serve and clean up. We will also have a program and special gifts team. In January 2004 Debby Kinsella was offered the position of “Director of Equipping Ministries” and soon after was expanded to include being the “Director of Outreach” as well. Since then and for nearly 11 years, Debby has lead our congregation in ways that never before were so dynamic and meaningful and so many times fun, while serving others and glorifying God at the same time. Her programs and accomplishments are exceeded by none! Those events and her
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