Doris Brown Memorial Service

Today was the Service for the Worship of God in Memory of Doris Brown. The church was full of friends and family for the sendoff of a wonderful woman to her rightful place in heaven. 

2 Timothy 4:7-8 NIV

'I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which The Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.'

Hser Nay Chris Funeral

A Service for the Worship of God 'Celebrating the life of Hser Nay Chris' was held this morning in the filled sanctuary. So many people turned out to honor her. There was music by Kari Miller, prayers by Rev. John Endler, Rev. Nguyen Duc Ich and Pastor Gie Dor, Meditation by Rev. Daniel, a reading by Pastor Taw Nay Moo and a Remembrance by Maw Lay for the family. Music from members of the Karen Community was heartfelt.

My fondest memories of Hser Nay Chris are of her sitting in front of me on the floor in Pastor Gie Dor's apartment during the first two years of the Karen community arrival. That is where we started the English classes that outgrew that apartment into the church library. She was always ready to help by organizing groups, passing out papers, translating and making sure that I did a good job. I will miss her very much as will the rest of the Central Baptist congregation.

I have renamed the Thomas J Foran Annual Karen Youth Scholarship to the 'Hser Nay Chris Memorial Scholarship' in her honor. May her legacy live on!

Patricia Vanette Dodge Memorial Service

Attended a beautiful memorial service today for Pat Dodge. She was a good friend and a wonderful person. The service here at her Central Baptist Church was well-attended and the speakers were all very thoughtful. The hymns and music were especially poignant. She will be remembered by all.

CELEBRATING OUR MINISTERS of MUSIC

Wonderful program today at church: Celebrating Our Ministers of Music. Kari Miller, Director of Music, gave an overview of the history of music at Central Baptist Church. Then three former music directors/organists spoke and played for us. Such a powerful program in the sanctuary. After the musical portion of the program, there was an unveiling of the pictures of all nine former organists. Then a wonderful reception in the church parlor where everyone got a chance to renew old acquaintances.

Four of the Music Directors/Organists that were present:

William R Gable
1953-1974

Lois Jungas
1974-1975

Bruce Henley
1983-1995

Richard Matteson
1996-2006