Showing posts with label Wims. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wims. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 31, 2009

God can do great things!


Thanks to all of you that have been praying for the Wims family... and I know alot of you have asked how you could help this family out during this time... so here is a wonderful opportunity to help out Jenny Wims and the kids. Feel free to pass this letter along, post it on your blog, etc. I know God will do great things through this!

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Dear Friends,

Brad Wims courageously fought the battle against the cancer that caused such pain and damage in his body for over two years. Each day was a victory and a blessing of grace for we are never promised tomorrow. Even as the doctors’ prognosis was grim, Brad persevered with God as his strength. He was an incredible example of faithfulness and trust in God even in the most trying of circumstances. Many people have expressed a desire to help ease the situation for Jenny, Zeke and Kaelyn. We find ourselves asking, “What more can I do in addition to prayer?”


Although many would think that Brad’s primary burden was his physical health, those that know him well say that more than anything else, his main concern centered on his wife and children. Brad felt responsible for the provision of their financial, spiritual and emotional needs. Since Brad faced an uncertain future, the financial strain weighed heavy on his mind. Because of this, we have decided to set up a fund to collect donations from anyone who would like to make sure his family is taken care of regardless of their situation.


Our goal is to raise $120,000 to be used toward this effort. This would allow Jenny to pay off the mortgage of their house and provide much needed income during this difficult time. The elders of the A&M Church of Christ in College Station and the Southeast Church of Christ in Friendswood (Brad and Jenny’s home church) are graciously providing direction, encouragement and the necessary arrangements to make the collection for these funds convenient. Because of the blessings God showers down upon all of us, we believe this is an attainable goal. We invite you to reflect on the abundant blessings you have received from God and join others in the grace of giving to this much needed cause.


There are two ways to donate:Send a check to either of the churches listed below. Please write “Wims Family” on the memo line to designate your funds and help with bookkeeping. A&M Church of Christ2475 Earl Rudder Frwy. S.College Station, TX 77845Southeast Church of Christ2400 W. Bay Area Blvd.Friendswood, TX 77546You can pay online through the Southeast Church of Christ website (http://www.go2southeast.com/). Select the Online Giving tab. Complete the information to create a login. Select Contribution–Special Fund in the Give To field, indicate the amount of your gift, type in “Wims Family” in the Optional Memo field, and press the Add button. You will be prompted to press the Give button. You will advance to the payment information screen where you will need to complete the information to give through Visa, MasterCard, or ACH (electronic check).


Please share this letter with anyone else you know who would want to be a part of this special project. Ten dollars, one hundred dollars, one thousand dollars, or a penny a week...whatever you can give, know that it will bring relief in a time when it matters so much!


Much love and excitement for how God will change us all through this project, Friends of Faith


For further information, contact the A&M Church of Christ office: (979) 693-0400or email amcofc@gmail.com.

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

With a Heavy Heart....


I know that alot of you have been praying for the Wims family particularly for Brads healing but I wanted to beg for your prayers one more time for the Wims family. I just got an email from a friend from college in which she informed me that Brad Wims passed away on March 2nd due to his fight from cancer. Please visit the Wims blog and leave your prayer, supporting words and/or virtual hug... Brad was an amazing man and by the way his wife talks of him an amazing husband and father.

Heavenly Father,

It is hard but bc we believe in a home in heaven we do rejoice that Brad, a true servant that once brought laughter to so many of us here on earth, is bringing laughter and joy to you in Heaven today... but with a heavy heart you know of all the people here on earth who are grieving and have so many questions and long for answers. I pray that you give them the strength and the promise of peace that surpasses all understanding. A special prayer for his wife and children as they now live with a void that only you can fill. You promise a plan and we beg that you let it shine during this time, a time when it feels impossible to face tomorrow.

On my knees....
 

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