When you look up “faithful deaconess” in the Christian
dictionary you will surely find the name Marilyn Van Drew. As a
faithful servant of the flock Marilyn has worked heartily unto the Lord often
without any recognition. For
many decades, Marilyn has served our shut-ins and widows. She has taken care of children in the
nursery. She has provided hospitality during our many
funeral luncheons and fellowship meals.
She has served as the church librarian and the list goes on and on and on. Mrs. Van Drew regularly clothes herself with
the graces of Christ and consistently manifests Christ-like love which is the
perfect bond of unity (Colossians 3:12-14).
Scripture exhorts us to render "honor to whom honor is due." This morning we want to publicly recognize the beautiful legacy of Marilyn Van Drew.
