Five and a half years ago we spent Valentine's Day with the Stake President and Gavin was called to be the bishop of our new ward. Wow, humbling, scary... this is how he looked that first week. Young and scared! He was 29 at the time and had a whole ward to organize from the ground up.
The years went by and we had many great times serving and being served by our ward. Can't forget great moments like back-to-back wins at the Bishop's Pie-Eating Contest! Sorry honey, but this picture is just too good. :)
Eleanor hoped he would be the bishop long enough to interview her for baptism (she wasn't quite 3 when he was called). That was a great father-daughter experience for them.
And now, 10,000 interviews and many baptisms, weddings, and funerals later, he's been released. On to other things. One thing I think I've learned being a "bishop's wife" is that although we can't control much of what happens, we can control how we respond to it. Like Job; not that being a bishop's wife is like Job's experience. I'm just sayin... It's all in the attitude.
Congrats to Bishop Glover - hang on, it's a wild ride! But we have the BEST WARD EVER!!
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So, it's over.... Mixed feelings, I'm sure. We are very proud of all the service and work you have been willing to do, Gavin. You're the greatest in our book! And Becky... I think you've probably been the best bishop's wife ever. We love you (all) so much.
Awwww....You both have a lot to be proud of. The steadfast, kind bishop and the uncomplaining, supportive wife! You are both wonderful and amazing. I'm sure its a little bittersweet.
Congrats on a job well done, to the whole family! I second what everyone else has already said--what an example you are to everyone around you, including me (even thousands of miles away)!
Such an emotional day. I have learned so much from your family. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to be in Bishop Payne's ward. What an amazing ward!! I am thankful for your family's example. We are excited for what is to come for your family now and wish lots of luck to the Glovers!
I am happy for you guys! I learned so much from him and you family, you are such great examples. Rinn Valley really is the best ward. We are in a pretty good one now and it still doesn't compair!
What an experience for all of you! We have loved having Bishop Payne as our bishop; you are all such amazing examples and can rest assured that you have touched many hearts and lives. On to a new journey!
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