She was my first Sunday School teacher! I loved her and my times in her room. She was so animated! She told us Bible stories with energy and excitement! The flannel-graph board came to life every Sunday morning!
I owe her a debt of gratitude. She ignited a passion for God in my young heart. She initiated a love for the Bible that continues today. Her influence was enormous.
While I was in her class, she married. Her husband, Andy, was a big guy - kind of scary-looking to us. He sat by the door in her classroom and helped to maintain attention. She didn't need much help.
She's still serving today - at 92 years of age - in the same church, the New Brighton Free Methodist Church! She greets on Sunday mornings and passes bulletins.
Thank you, Betty! Your influence has held throughout 59 years of my life! I still love Jesus; and I still love His Word.
And when we both get to Heaven - I'll be hunting for your classroom!
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