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4 responses to “Sunday Evening Update”

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   March 23, 2025

   Martha Branum

   Dear David, we have kept up with you since the last time you spoke at Newcastle, and will always fondly remember the years you and Jo helped the church here. Its no secret, you always have reminded me of my dad, who was also kind and encouraging. I thank you for your faithful example and thoughtful lessons, followed closely by the personal encouragement you have given me, even if I never write a book!
   You will always have a place in my heart, and I look forward to seeing you again. I’ll hold you in my prayers.
   With love and respect,
   Martha L. Branum-

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   March 24, 2025

   Steve Shepherd

   I’ve hesitated to start writing this as I’ve struggled thinking of all the ways I could adequately express the impact you’ve had on my life.
   What has motivated this feeble draft is the regret of all the things left unsaid with my father’s unexpected passing.i never told him enough how much I loved and respected him. I can only hope he knew from our shared moments and experiences
   On that basis I wanted to share how you’ve impacted 62 years of my life
   Some of my earliest memories were travelling to Macquarie church as a child, being taught by Jo in bible class, VBS etc. My entire family are grateful for not only for the biblical inspiration and teachings you provided but also your family’s generosity of time and hospitality. I doubt dad could have co founded the church at Blacktown without your mentorship and example.

   Similarly my teenage years were grounded in meeting others in Sydney congregations. You contributions to MSOBS facilitated this by providing Australians that could teach and expand not only Macquarie but also Blacktown , Kurrajong, Windsor, Warringah, Eastside, Lakemba, Wynnum, Holland Park, Belmore Road and other since established churches. That is an inspirational legacy!

   I also fondly remember youth camps such as Namaroo, being terrified of you as a camp director, singing at IBM showcase shows at parramatta town hall with your daughters and neice. I’m not sure I ever told you but your tassel and a Tossel routine motivated me into magic to a point where I was working as a paid professional close up magician working restaurants each week in the 80’s.

   There’s so many things I want to thank you for
   Your example,
   Your inspiration,
   Your dedication,

   But most of all I want to thank you for your daughter.

   Though I was desperately in (unrequited) love with her in my teenage years God has blessed the broken road that brought her back to me.

   She is a worthy woman!

   1. She is of noble character
   2. She is trustworthy and brings me joy
   3. She is a good cook

   Well…. 2 out of 3 ain’t bad 😊

   Love you!

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3. 

   March 24, 2025

   Cindy Honaker

   Thanks, Steve for your lovely words. We love you so much and I am proud to call you family.

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4. 

   March 27, 2025

   Judy Hawkins

   This takes my breath away, and makes me sad, but I feel content because I know what a great Christian man he is and certainly has not wasted his time and talents here on earth and is ready to accept his reward!

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