It was a privilege to attend a welcome home event for Major John Drew this evening. John has spent the last year in Iraq and returned home this week. John and Kim and their children are part of our church. It has been a joy to watch many of our people reach out in support of Kim and the kids this past year. In addition to our church folks many others from school and other organizations and just kind people have gone an extra mile to be there in John's absence.
The joy in the room was apparent. For those of us who are not part of the military community it is hard to grasp the deep sense of support and community that exists for those serving our country. It was a privilege to be among those who could offer encouragement and above all be able to witness so many people do so much to help.
John has some very interesting things to say about the situation in Iraq. It is good to hear from someone who has actually been on the ground and involved with people. I got to offer a prayer as we concluded the evening. I would encourage you to join with others in praying for the Iraqi people, our troops and others serving there, for peace and above all for God's plans and purposes to be established in that part of the world.
It was a good day. For John, Kim and their family it was a GREAT day. I hope you had a good day too.
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