It
is always a joy when, fulfilling God’s creation plan, a couple set out in
marriage. This is particularly true for a church when one (or both) of that
couple have been long-time members. So it was a great joy, today, when Rachel
Philpot and Andy Atkin were married at Knighton Evangelical Free Church.
Rachel
has been a committed member of St Paul's, and before leaving for university she
was our pianist and organist, roles she has often fulfilled since she returned.
During recent months we have had the pleasure of getting to know Andy as well.
During
the wedding service at Knighton Free Church, our vicar, Steve Bailey, led the marriage
vows, while the Minister of Knighton Free, Andy Upton led the service and preached
the sermon. In this he reminded the couple that as they committed themselves to
Christ they deepened their ties with each other.
It
was a very happy service in a full church. We wish Rachel and Andy God’s every
blessing as they set out in their new life together.
