Ten Years of Linda’s Ministry!
This week marks ten years of Linda Thomson’s ministry on staff at Dapto Anglican Church. I’ve already been so impressed with Linda’s giftedness, dedication and heart for service. She is a team player, people focussed, organised and competent. Thank the Lord for gifting DAC with such a godly long term leader! Here is what some others say about Linda:
Michael and Janice Vesey:
Linda is a wonderful listening ear and trusted confidant. She has given a voice to many who felt they were voiceless. A wise, loving, caring and godly counsellor who values and exemplifies truth and godliness.
Sarah Doughton:
Linda has provided a listening ear, timely wisdom and patient guidance to myself and many others at DAC over the last 10 years. God has been at work in her and through her as she has lead through the ups and downs both personally and in the life of DAC. She is a great blessing and I’m so grateful for her friendship, example of faith and Godly leadership.
Zoe Vesey:
Linda is a wise, Spirit-filled woman of God and a warrior in our church for people to feel connected, safe, heard and to experience God's love. Linda has taught me so much about God, ministry and living a faith-filled life, and I would not be where I am today without her faithful guidance.
Dave Langley:
For ten years, Linda has been a vital part of our staff team. In that time Linda has been the go-to person for so many of us,… she has been there lifting-up, guiding, encouraging and loving with a grace that has shaped us all. She’s been a steady presence, a source of wisdom, and a friend to so many. Her love for Jesus and his church is evident in all that she does. I feel fortunate to have both worked alongside Linda, and also to have served in various ministries with her, but most significantly I can call her a sister in Christ.
Lorraine Miller:
Linda - You are always willing to listen and be an advocate for those that need it. Your resilience is an example to others. Thank you!
Julie Houghton:
Linda, as a servant of God and his people at DAC, you’re amazing! Your God-given wisdom, intuition, love, care and genuine concern for others has blessed us all. We celebrate 10 years of you; 10 years of your gentle and skilful instruction; 10 years of you being there for others; 10 years of you championing people and causes because they matter; and 10 years of growing in our own faith and wisdom because you have led us gently by the hand. We celebrate you and praise God for you!
"Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.” (Hebrews 13:7).
Next week as part of our staff retreat we will 'down tools' and have a celebration dinner for Linda. Would you stop and thank God for her now?
By Rev Mark Boyley