Sunday, July 13, 2008

a Pastor's prayer...


In the hours following Darel's kidney transplant in August 1969, one special visitor to Childrens Hospital Los Angeles will always be remembered.

Rev. Murray Morford was the Pastor at the Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene (then located near the downtown area at Lincoln & East Streets). Known as "Brother Morford" to those he served, this gentle giant also officiated at our parents wedding in 1954. He was a dependable friend during his two decades of service to that congregation.

When he visited Darel's room on the day after surgery, he prayed for Darel in such a way that it provides added confidence and strength even for this new hour of need.

We are grateful for a man who made the extra effort to drive to Los Angeles to see a patient he barely knew... yet one who would never forget his encouraging presence and faithful prayer.

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