Queen of the North

 

                     * Celebration of Jackie’s retirement 

                                Youngeun Joyce Kang 

Queen of the North, 

You haven’t been afraid of long mileage, changing cars three times, or moose on the road of Northern Maine

Peacemaker of Peacemakers, 

You have balanced to listen the bottom of our hearts and to speak the truth in love in the middle of tensions and conflicts

Pastor of Pastors, 

You have been taking care of pastors as our shepherd with wisdom, kindness, thoughtfulness, and Spirit-filled guidance

Mother of Mothers, 

You have raised your children, grandchildren, and lots of spiritual children with tears, prayers, gifts, encouragement, and never-ending support 

Companion of Companions,

You have been a faithful friend of all ages from newborn babies, new pastors, coworkers, 77 churches, and all cabinets who drove over 6 hours for today 

The laughter of laughter, 

You have made us laugh wherever we are at the camp meeting, worship service, administration meeting, and your retirement celebration 

God’s Gift of Gifts, 

You have been the one we can call in our joys and concerns, in the day and night, in the Summer and in the Winter, and doubt and assurance. 

TGJB! Thank God for Jackie Brannen! 

We are grateful to be with you for 7 years! 

We will miss you so much! 

May God continue to bless you with all those names!