This year, my daddy will be celebrating Thanksgiving from his lovely hospital bed! My mom and I will be spending the entire holiday with him, and my family wanted to do something special.
Please post a THANKSGIVING greeting to my dad! You can tell him anything you want. Whether it's why you're thankful for him, that you're praying for him, an iside joke, that you love him, or whatever you come up with on your own.
I am going to read all the posts to him sometime on Thanksgiving day! I know it will blow him away!
We are so grateful to all of you who have been praying for my dad! We are all humbled and overwhelmed by God's faithfulness to us through you.
Today we are THANKFUL for our loving God and THANKFUL for you! For those of you who know my dad, as he would say, "Our hearts are full and overflowing..."
117 comments:
HAPPY THANKSGIVING to all of you gathered in that happy hospital room around Glen. We're thankful to the Lord for His unspeakable mercies and comfort in times such as you've all experienced. Thankful for our dear friends Jane and Glen. Have a wonderful gathering together. Can't beat the decor eh! Hope there's coffee chocolate and lots of football going on there. Luv to you Jane and Glen & your beautiful family. from the happy hoppers.
Hello Glen,
Just want to say Praise the Lord for His getting you through another tough time. So glad to know you are improving. I have been praying daily for you. I have prayed for your precious wife and kids too. You are such a testimony to all. I hope you can eat some turkey (eat it cause you know I won't). Happy Happy Thanksgiving. Love to you all. Peggy
Glenn-
This Thanksgiving we're very thankful that you are alive and that God's hand has been on you all the way through this process. As we spend time with our family we'll be praying for you and your family. Thank you for the example you have been to me the last 15+ years.
Allen Dreyer
Glen,
Please know you are in our prayers. Thanks to Joy and Michelle for keeping us up to date. For the life of me, however, someplace along the way someone could make a lot of money be designing a zipper for guyes like you so that re-entry would not be as difficult as coming back to earth after a moon walk. You are a good friend, Glen, and we look forward to your WOL FL visit every year. We will be praying that like the Phillies (it's a shame Tim Worrell isn't there anymore) you'll soon be up and around like the champion you (and they) are. Chuck and Joanna
Mr Amos and family, We have been praying for you through this whole time of surgery and recovery. We have been amazed at your confidence in God and dependancy on Him. We trust that although you are spending Thanksgiving Day today in your hospital room that you will still be overwhelmed with the GOODNESS of God and have so many things to be thankful for!!! Happy Thanksgiving!
Hey Mr. Amos I am so thankful to hear that you are doing well! Me and my family are praying for you! Hope you have a Happy Thanksgiving! Don't let the surroundings ruin the day!!!
Katie Roberts (and her parents)
Mr. Amos, I am praying for you and for your family! I hope you are feeling better soon! Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Lindsay Gard
Hey Glenn...Hilary and I and our church have been praying for you. We praise God for his faithfulness during this time. We hope you have a good Thanksgiving and are able to count the blessings. We'll keep praying for a quick recovery! In His Love....
Jeremy Field
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn! Thanks for all you do! We appreciate you. :-)
Jonathan and Rachel Strayer
Hi Glenn! (and the fam)
I'm glad to know that you'll be reading this - it's great to be able to tell you "directly" how much we've been praying for you and are SO thankful for God's faithfulness to you during this time of recovery! I really pray that this holiday time will be especially precious for all of you! May God continue to give you the daily grace and strength you need! Much love to all of you! Mandi V
Happy Thanksgiving Glenn!! Mike and I appreciate your ministry at BBC as well as at Heritage! You and your wife have made us feel welcome and at home during this transition in our lives. We are praying for your speedy recovery and good bill of health from this point on! Looking forward to you movin' and crusin' again! You are missed!
Glenn, Jane and the rest of the fam -
On behalf of the Walker clan, we wish you a very blessed & Happy Thanksgiving. I feel so bad that you are in the hospital over the holiday. Honestly, I wish that you hadn't had to go thru it again. You guys are dear, dear friends and we love all of you very much. But, the truth of it is that God's hand is on your life in a remarkable way. You have been richly blessed of the Lord to do exactly what He has called you to do. You all have impacted so many, many lives over the years. I know people all around the world who have been touched by your lives and your ministry. This is incredibly hard for you all to go through and yet we know that you are so thankful to the Lord for all He has done for you, your family, and through your ministry.
And if nothing else - watch the Detroit Lions today and be thankful that the Eagles aren't as bad as they are!
We love you. Call me if you need anything!!!
Mel & Peggy Walker
Glenn,
We are so thankful for you and how you have made our lives better just by knowing you. You continue to recover and then maybe you can head down to South Carolina to visit us sometime!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Jeff Holliday and Mark Hughes
G-Money,
Happy Thanksgiving. I am glad to hear that you are doing well and improving. I am thankful that you are my friend. Oh how I long to hear that smooth voice of yours sing out my name. :-) We are praying for you here in Toledo. I miss you. Rmember to "taste and see that the Lord is good."
Your friend and brother,
Shane
Yo G-dog. Happy Thanksgiving brotha. Obviously we miss you here in the office, but know you're getting the MUCH needed rest that you deserve. You have a wonderful family. I appreciate all that they are doing to keep us posted on you and how things are really going...not just doctor talk. My family and I continue to pray for you every night...after video games and sportscenter of course...you know priorities. Enjoy your day with your family. Eat lots and no laughing. Hope to see you soon...The Morgan's and Tyrone
Just so you know Andy is back and he's driving me crazy!!
So many over the years have overlooked 364 opportune days a year of thankfulness - but at least on one day of the year more americans are thankful than usual. Your family is an example of constant thankfulness and rejoicing in what the Lord is doing. I am working In the "wrong" department at BBC to get to know you very closely - but watching from a distance I appreciate and am encouraged by your heart of service for God, your family, and students. Praise God that He has completed much more work in our hearts than any doctor ever could do with tools and technology- He has taken our hearts of stone and made them soft and tender in His hands! Rejoicing with you as God continues to be your source of strength and joy this Thanksgiving and the other 364 days of Thanksgiving coming up!
Happy Thanksgiving! We are praying daily that your pain will decrease and that you will continue to get stronger every day. We trust God in everything and you have been an excellent example of that for my family. Enjoy the holidays and come home soon!
Love,
Henry, Rachel, and Aniyah Mendez
Hey Mr. Amos!
I hope you are feeling better. Danielle and I have been praying for you. We hope that God will heal you and bless you so that you can continue to serve Him.
Thank you for your great example of what it means to be a man of God. Growing up, being friends with John, I was often able to see your kind and loving attitude, and then later in life at College. I praise God for you and for your ministry.
Happy Thanksgiving Mr. Amos!
This Thanksgiving I am thankful for you.
Douglas Davis
Hello Uncle Glenn (and everyone else),
Just want to say HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! Some of my best thanksgiving days were spent with you guys! I miss you!! It meant so much that you would let me crash at your house when I was a BBC student. I always felt at home at your place! I am still praying for your speedy recovery, and that you will be pain free as soon as God sees fit.
I was reading Psalm 73 last night and verse 26 jumped out and made me think of you Uncle Glenn. "My flesh and my heart faileth: BUT GOD IS THE STRENGTH OF MY HEART, and my portion forever." I know those verses ring true in your life because I have seen it up close and personal! I am thankful for your Godly example!!
Love Heather
Mr. Amos, I hope you have a WONDERFUL Thanksgiving. You better get plenty of rest today, because next year they're going to put you to work carving that turkey! ;-) I pray our Lord's quick healing for you. Many blessings...
Melinda <><
Psalms 9:10
Hey Glenn. It's SO GOOD to hear that your Thanksgiving will be spent with the surgery behind you and the recovery process well underway. It's also good to hear that your sense of humor is returning. Special thanks to Abigail for making me cry at work (reading her blog)! :) Seriously, I'm praying for you and Jane and your family as often as God brings you to mind. Laura Surface
Hey Boss,
My family's been praying for you. I wanted you to have something specifically from me to be thankful for and I told you I'd do this so here it is:
Week of 11/17-23
1 - email in
26 - email outs
2 - phone ins
29 - phone outs (legitimate COMPLETED calls :-)
13 - phone out attempts
71 - total contacts
Happy Thanksgiving!
Geoff
Glenn, Happy Thanksgiving, you ol' turkey! I am so glad to hear of God's care for you during this time. Rosemary and I have been diligently praying for you...and you too, Jane! Looking forward to seeing you home soon!
Matt and Rosemary Pollock
Glenn, baby! :-) This Thanksgiving, I think we're ALL thankful for Glenn Amos. We love you and will not stop praying until you're out jogging, shoveling snow and wrestling with Chail. See you soon! Love from Berlin - Kristi
Glenn,
Can you believe an old codger like me blogging. I hope I'm doing it right. I've been praying for you especially hard these last few days. I know a little of what your going through although I can't imagine 3 times. I love you and am grateful that you are in the Hands of Him who does all things well. Continuing to pray,
Tom Pollock
Dear Pastor Glenn,
Yes! We still think of you as a pastor from when you were here at Bible Baptist. Happy Thanksgiving and many blessings to you and your family. We are so greatful to God that He answered our prayers and saw you through the surgery. We are still praying for your speedy and complete recovery. It was amazing how many people in my E-Mail prayer group were really concerned about you, most of them had only met you when you came to speak at our unity banquet.
May God continue to bless you and we love you,
Don & Joyce Jackson
Glenn,
You already fixed the Phillies from Clarks Summit. That was the easy part.
Now, I need you to fix the Eagles from the hospital. You may see some familiar faces in your unit -- Donovan, Andy, Marty. While they may be getting a heart valve, too, they could use some other help. Perhaps the installation of a running game in their playbook. Or a new ready-aim-fire system for the quarterback. Anything you can do.
Then, we'll welcome you back to BBC. And S.
Take care.
kk
Glenn, we are thankful for your ministry at BBC&S. Pray that you will recover quickly and recover well. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving surrounded by your family and God's blessings!
From: KC Cheng
GLENN-O!!
(preferably yelled down the hall)
I am so thankful to our gracious Father that you are out of surgery and recovering well!
I am thankful for your wonderful family that prays for you, cares for you, cries for you, brings you starbucks, rejoices in your PT and healing victories, and loves you completely!
I am thankful for the example that you have been to your family and the evidence of that from anyone that has met Jane, Luke&Trish, Abs, or John.
I am thankful for the way you and Jane raised Abby to be the amazing Godly woman that she is. She was probably one of the most positive influences on me during my time at bbc. (Abs, sorry that I don't tell you that enough)
I am thankful for the example you were (and are) during TLC. For the way you get all the kids excited about life and God.
I am thankful that you a have a day like today to reflect on God's goodness, your family, and all we have to be thankful for.
I will continue to pray for each of you! I'm a fan of the Amos family! :) Thanks for being so awesome!
~meg-o
(meg long)
Dr. Claw,
We just wanted to let you know that we have prayed for you everyday since your surgery. The morning of your surgery, Cole, Josh and I prayed out loud for you, the doctor's and your family. Cole actually prayed too and called my dad to tell "papa" that he prayed for his friend Glen. We are so thankful for you and we have appreciated your friendship more than we can say! See you at TLC this year! We love you!
The Cobra (aka Kristin)
hello glenn and family,
i write this quite note to with you and your family a great holiday together. Ive been praying for you in your recovery that you will be back to full strength soon so you can keep your great ministry at BBC going strong for honor and glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
well God bless
your brother in Christ,
Matthew Vermilyea
Glenn, Jane and Abby Happy Thanksgiving. I know you are all rejoicing even in the tough times.
My love and prayers are with you all. Sorry you had to walk this journey, but rejoice that you never have to walk alone. Wow, Glenn,I have actaully missed your sarcasm:) It is a little dull up here. So thankful for how God is caring for you and your willingness to share your story.
In Him
Faye
Proverbs 3:5-6
Glenn, know that we love you here at WOLBI and miss you not coming this Fall. PTL for your health. We will look forward to you coming here sometime to harass - I mean - minister to our students. You are loved!
Ric Garland
Have as great of a Thanksgiving as you possibly can in a hospital Glenn. Maybe Donoavan will play well for you.
Happy Thanksgiving! May the Lord bless your continued recovery - wherever you celebrate this holiday!
Sue Cagley
Happy Thanksgiving. Glen, how about them Phillies? Makes you wish you were back in Haddon Heights, right. My wife and I will be praying that you recover well, and we thank you and your family for the ministry you all have had in our lives.
Billy and Julie Mulligan
Hey Turkey! Happy Thanksgiving.
Who would beat who in basketball right now, huh !?
Get well buddy.
Ken Shepard
Happy Thanksgiving!!! Thank you for your example of trusting God and putting all your strength in Him!! Have a great holiday!!!
The Arendts
Glen, I am sure this will be a great Thanksgiving for you. Hospital food won't beat Jane's homecooking but best to be where you can get the kind of care that you need.
We have followed with interest as updates have come to us. We are grateful that someone put us on your mailing list.
From Union Grove, WI we are praying for you; thankful for the opportunity to regularly take you to the throne of Grace. Bill and Nancy Amstutz say hi. God bless you Glen. Trust your recovery will be thorough and fast.
Blessings,
Bill and Nancy Amstutz
bamstutz@shepherdsministries.org
www.shepherdsminstries.org
Glen,
I want to wish you and your family a HAPPY THANKSGIVING in the hospital. I am so thankful for your family and everything that you have done for me. I pray that God will give you strength each day. Please have a speedy recovery. Hope to see you soon. Luv ya and miss ya!!!
Philipe(The Horse)lol...I haven't heard that in a long time.
P.S. If you guys need anything, please let me know.
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn. Diane and I are going to Chicago to spend some time with her sisters. I'm thankful that you are with us for Thanksgiving, that you are on the mend, that your family is with you even in the hospital. I've watched God use you in young lives, and I'm looking forward to seeing it again as soon as possible! Jim Lytle
We are praying for you every day, many times. Today we thank the Lord especially for you and your family and the enduring presence your sweet Abby is in our life. She is one of my favorite people from our BBC days and I sure miss her. You did really well in raising her and I hope to learn from her and you in raising our precious ones. We are with you. Blessings and love, Amy Norvell
Amos Family,
We have been praying for a successful surgery, a quick recovery and strength for your family during this time!! We hope to see you soon! Happy Thanksgiving!
Jake and Beth Whicker & Fam
Glenn,
Sorry you have to spend the Thanksgiving holiday in the hospital! And sorry you had to have surgery again! We've been praying for you throughout this journey and will continue too until you get better! I think back to may days working for you in admissions with very fond memories! You helped prepared me well for the working world as well as life! Thank you for your ministry! I pray that you can get back to it soon!
Happy Thanksgiving Glen! wish i had some cool inside joke to make you laugh, but the only one i can think of isn't really funny. i still have that trial Hawaiian themed TLC shirt, of which, only 1 was made and you gave it to me!
i appreciate the influence you've had in my life and am so thankful that God has spared your life and brought you through so many surgeries!
Much love from Laura, David and Arianna Siegrist
Mr. Amos,
I wanted to let you know that i have been praying for you and the fam. since before you even went into the hospital. I have been getting updates from john just about ever day. Im still continuing to pray. Happy Thanksgiving.
Tim
Dear Abby's Dad :)
You have been the topic of many of my prayers in the last week. Abby is so great about posting so faithfully so all of us who are praying can check in on you and your progress. My heart breaks for her because of the way she has to watch you go through this again... I can't imagine it, but I rejoice in each little step of progress you make... in your "walks" and your first "coke"... keep fighting! you have an amazing immediate and extended family who love you! And what a beautiful thing to see the body of Christ surround you with their love and prayers too--from all across the globe! Lots of Love to you and the whole fam from NC!!
GLEN!! (abs). I'm just surprised that Lisa didn't refer to you as Papa Fur....there's much to be thankful for about that. :) I'm amazed at you...like I was telling u, I can still remember you speaking about the ship and the line and beneath the water and you were using your first heart surgery as an illustration. Here we are today...and you're still that same joyful, God honoring man who fights through and beats everything. You're not only someone whom I respect, you're honestly someone who inspires me. I don't know if I know any other men in life as great as you. So, I'll continue praying, and over thanksgiving meal is we're discussing things we're thankful for, I'll without a doubt be mentioning you. Can't wait to see you, and laugh with you again soon!
-Eric
HI, Glenn,
I know how ONE broken rib feels; so sorry that you've gained way more experience than that. But I'm REJOICING for the good outcome from the heart surgery; and thanking the Lord for your life and ministry and for the loving, steadfast family and friends who are standing close by you. Thanking God for heartbeats that come one right after another too.
a friend always, Joan Alexander
Happy Thanksgiving Dad! Go get em Tiger! I'll pray that your girls will bring you a caffeinated coffee next time instead of decaf the next time they go to Starbucks. :)
Your fan, Chuck
Happy Thanksgiving! I know first hand how difficult it is to spend holidays in the hospital, and I hope that many are able to come and help brighten your time there. Thank you so much for setting an excellent example to so many at BBC. We will be praying for your family!fe
Glen -
I have been checking with Abby's blog daily, and praise the Lord for your conitnued improvment. I know that God will continue to bless you as you remain the Hospital...i charge you to be a constant witness, as I know you will. Thank you for your strength in the midst of turmoil.
Meegan from Maine
Awww... Hey Papa Glen. I just found out you were hanging out in Philly tonight,you know you can just go and visit there right?Ha I wished I could come visit you like all the times you've visited my hospital room. You are such a blessing and I am so grateful to know you and have had the opportunity for our paths to cross. Thank you for your input and lasting influence on my life! Know that today especially I am thankful to God for you. We will be praying for you as you begin the road to recovery. Love you!
Meg (Thompson) Price & Dan:)
Dear Pastor Glenn:
You have been in our thoughts and prayers these last few days.
We enjoyed seeing you at our Unity Banquet.
Some of the things in our Unity Program have come to fruition;
such as the new handicap ramp which we're sure Don Jackson has sent you pictures.
God has been blessing Bible Baptist church.
May the Lord continue to bless you
and your family.
We are praying for your full recovery.
Love you as brother and sister in Christ, Winston & Joan Brown
Happy Thanksgiving Mr. Amos. I pray that God continues to give you a healthy recovery. I hope you enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving surrounded by friends and family, you are truly blessed. God Bless, JoyAnna Neiner
I am thankful that Jane has her "Timmy on Timmy and Lassie" back. Sounds like you're coming along...slowly but surely. Praise the Lord for great things HE has done. Sara
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Your daughter's so creative and thoughtful!!! :)
We've been praying for you, and hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family!
Erika and John Bruckner
Glen, I thought of writing something humorous but there are two issues here. One, you have broken ribs and making you laugh would be sadistic so I will leave that to your VFY friends. Two, I am not really very good at being humorous.
So instead, just let me say how much I respect you. You have been one of my truest friends for many years. You are a godly example to me. Your strength and determination even in times of pain inspires me.
Okay, now get well, get out of there and let's go do something fun together. God bless you my friend.
Mike Calhoun
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn! I have been praying for your healing and hope you have a special, pain-free Thanksgiving. You have been a blessing to me - even now from a distance.
In His Care,
Joy Perry Ashworth
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn! We've been praying for you during this time of recovery. It sounds like you're making good progress which is very encouraging. We're thankful for you and your family, and know that you'll find joy (& humor)in your circumstances as you celebrate all that God has done in the past week.
Rich & Lisa Konzelman
Glen,
Just wanted to let you know I am praying for you.
So many good memories of you and Jane with Bruce and Kim. Of course, the days as "Charlie's Angels" are priceless! lol
There's nothing like the "good old" days and the BBC family. Carla"Bo"
Reverend Doctor Amos: In honor of your first Thanksgiving in the new land of a hospital, I quote the great revivalist Linus:
In the year 1621, the Pilgrims held their first Thanksgiving feast. They invited the great Indian chief Massasoit, who brought ninety of his brave Indians and a great abundance of food. Governor William Bradford and Captain Miles Standish were honored guests.
Elder William Brewster, who was a minister, said a prayer that went something like this:
'We thank God for our homes and our food and our safety in a new land. We thank God for the opportunity to create a new world for freedom and justice.' Amen.
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn. You've clearly made many people thankful - 60, at least. Be blessed by the fruit of your life.
-thad
Happy Thanksgiving from your family down in Springfield, MO. Know that you will be in our prayers and we hope that you have a safe and speedy recovery. I (Josh) have informed the rest of the family and they want to express their love and care for you as well.
Josh Mendenhall
Dave, Sue, Phil, Carole, Paul and families.
Dear Glenn,
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you from Denmark. We will be celebrating with many Internationals today. I praise God for the testimony of your family and they way that you all have such a love for each other and our amazing God. I have been crying out to God for you Glenn through this time and pray that relief comes for your pain. I am thankful for the joy of God reflected in your lives even through difficult times. I am so thankful that you all have each other to comfort, laugh with and be there praying together. Have a blessed Thanksgiving and know we are thankful for what God is doing in your lives. Much love from Kylene and Kristian
Hi Glenn!
Please know that you are in our prayers! It is apparent from all your comments that you have had a real impact on the lives of many. Thanks for your servant's spirit and keep fighting!!!
Debbie (Compton) Whitlock
Uncle Bob says it is good to hear my nephew Glen is coming along just fine. See, and you thought it was going to be hard! :) Praying for you!
Yo Glennnnnnnnn!
I am thrilled that you are still with us in the land of the living! I am thankful for your skilled surgeon and people taking care of you in the hospitol.
Hurry and get normal...Abigail keeps talking about her "sweet daddy" and I am afraid Jane is wondering where her husband has gone to! Have a good Thanksgiving...25 years ago I spent Thanksgiving in the hospitol with Hepatitus. It wasn't bad. At least your family doesn't need to wear masks, gloves, and gowns! I know it hurts to laugh so that is why I am being so serious. Happy Thanksgiving! And...I am really glad you are in the land of the living!
Love you guys,
Timmmm Ahlgrim
Glenn,
Miss your laughter and joyfulness in the halls at BBC but know it won't be long until you're back, good as new.
Praising the Lord with you, Jane, and your family for His goodness and blessings in bringing you through the surgery. His faithfulness will keep you going through your recovery.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
~Mrs. Kirby :-)
Dearest Glenn,
On this Thanksgiving day I wanted to tell you how thankful we are for you. You will never know how much you mean to our family, especially Dwight, and what a blessing you are. We treasure your friendship and love you very much. We have continued to ask for God's strength and grace in your life. Remember your mission there, the purpose for this time in Philly and let your light shine in that place. Make it about His Name. Looking forward to your arrival back home. Have a wonderful day with your family. Love, Bonnie
Glen,
We have been praying for you! I'm sorry to hear that you will be spending the holiday in the hospital, but you have an amazing family so I'm sure your room will be full and that football will be on the TV! Praying for a full and quick recovery! Miss seeing your smiling face! Shane talks about you often!
Shelley Miller
Glenn we have been praying for you...Have a blessed Thanksgiving...our family is flying to Dallas today for the Cowboy game, a family tradition we started several years ago...I will never forget our trip to NYMC trying to watch the Eagles vs. Cowboys playoff game in the car on that little television! Kim and I appreciate your friendship, encouragement, and ministry these many years. I am confident that God has great plans in store for your future! Jeremiah 29:11
Happy Thanksgiving....Jon & Kim Payne
A big hug from our family here in Hong Kong to yours! Happy Thanksgiving! We have so many things to be thankful for and you and your family are one of them! Thanks for the love and support all these years! Preston is in Philadelphia for Thanksgiving too bad you guys can't see each other! We have been praying for you and Pastor Glenn and Jane! Praise the Lord for the many ways He has shown His goodness and faithfulness to you all! love you so much! in Christ alone, maylin, chris, preston and josiah
Dear Mr. Amos,
When I think of BBC and the many wonderful people that are there, you are always right at the top of the list. I loved getting to know you when I worked as a telemarketer recruiter. I loved hearing you preach in chapel. Most of all, I loved your never ending enthusiasm for life. When I think of you I always smile. I didn't know you were in the hospital, but I will be praying for you every day until I hear that you are home safe. I hope you have a wonderful Holiday with your family. Love always, Becky Leatherman
"Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name." God has done great things for you, Glen, and I praise his name on your behalf.
Thank you to Michelle and your family for keeping us updated at BBC&S. You and they have been a testimony of God's work in lives.
We miss your smile and laughter here at BBC.
Still praying, Teresa Ingalls
Hello Mr. & Mrs. Amos & Abby! Hearing that you guys are going to be in the hospital during Thanksgiving brings me back to last Thanksgiving as I was sitting in the hospital with my dad. I am so sorry to hear that you have to celebrate this special day in a small, stale, probably poorly decorated little room:) But what a better way to be reminded of all we have to be thankful for. God's goodness is evident in your lives as he has brought you through another serious surgery. We are so thankful that you are doing better and pray you will be back in Clarks Summit soon! I hope as you sit in your hospital room "celebrating" Thanksgiving and reading through these posts together as a family that you will be encouraged and maybe down the road look back at this day with fond memories. Happy Thanksgiving!
Hey Glen!
Praying for you and a quick recovery as you celebrate Thanksgiving from your hospital bed there in beautiful Philly! You might want to skip the Eagles game (might not be so good for the heart!) but at least the Phillies are World Champions! Thank you for your hard work for the kingdom and for your example and instruction to youth workers everywhere!
Jeremy Toyer
Glenn and Family, We love you and are praying for you all the way down here in Florida! Glenn, we miss your wonderful spirit and sense of humor, and I'm sure everyone else does too, so please recover quickly =) Happy Thanksgiving!!
Love, Adrian and Anna Montes
Hey Glenn
Hope you enjoy that wonderful hospital food - we are praying for you - God is Good! Barb and I want you and Jane to know how much we are thankful for you both! You have been great friends and mentors to us! We are looking forward to another adventure with you both - when you think about it we have had quite a few already! We love you both!
Tim and Barb
Hey G-Money,
We just wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. We are so thankful that you are getting through this and are having such determination to be strong. We pray that you would continue to have a positive recovery and soon be back in your home. We love you and Plain Jane very much and appreciate your marriage to one another as we know its centered on our dear Savior! Thank You for that as it has encouraged us in ours!!
Here is a joke for you, that I think is appropriate with the building process and all:
A minister was asked to inform a man with a heart condition that he had just inherited a million dollars. Everyone was afraid the shock would give him a heart attack.
So the minister went to the man's house and said, "Glen, what would you do if you inherited a million dollars?"
And Glen said, "Well, pastor, I think I would give half of it to the church."
At which the pastor fell over dead.
Pretty weak joke huh? Happy Thanksgiving my man!
- Korey, Stacey and Natalya Collins
2 Corinthians 8:9
Glen,
I have been following Abbey's blog (thanks Abbey) and praying for you on a regular basis as well as when every email update comes through. I am so thankful on your behalf for the skilled MD's and surgeons who cared and are caring for you. I am more thankful for the Great Physician who is by your side and knows more than they do and cares for you more than they ever could. Our God is so great! I pray that even as you are in the hospital recovering, that your Thanksgiving with your family at your side will be blessed. Come back soon. - Howard Hicks
Happy Turkey Day and Howdy from Arkansas. Knowing the seriousness of what you've been through, it is so fantastic to have you all past the waiting, anxiety and most of the tough pain. Enjoy the yummy hospital food -- Tofu Turkey, Pureed Yamms, Giblet Jello, and Essense of Pecan Pie. Party well! Remember, no dancing or limbo contests -- yet! And, don't forget to guard the TV remote.
Seriously, I am so grateful to know that the Lord is with you all as you walk through this time. Even though prayer is such a simple act, the prayer covering has been a way so many of us could be with you, let you know we love you and tell you we care deeply. It has been such a faith building experience to read the updates and "participate" as part of the Amos crew. Abby - thanks so much for keeping us in the cyber-loop. Love you all. Steve Henderson (aka Tiny)
Happy Thanksgiving Papa Amos!! I am constantly praying for you! I am so grateful for you. Thanks for being my roomie's dad (she is one great girl!) and for all that you have done for me through the years! lots of love to all the family on this Thanksgiving!
Amanda :)
Glenn-
It's always amazing to me how God harnesses the seemingly insignificant things of life for his purposes. This afternoon, after giving my two wee lads (james and liam) lunch, I decided to check my facebook profile. I saw Abby's status message, and checked out her blog. I had no idea that you had surgery again, and I wanted to let you know that Kelly and I will be praying for you and Jane and your family. I always remember with thankfulness the two years we spent working together in Admissions. Your dedication and constant pursuit of excellence was contagious. If my simple words fail to encourage you adequately, just remember that our Phillies are World Series Champions!!! We'll just forget about those Eagles this season!
Thanks Abby for making this happen for all of us who love and admire your Dad.
Jeff Paden
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn, and to all the Amoses! May the Lord bless you and keep you and make His face shine upon you! You're in our prayers and we are thankful for the Father's compassionate care and the healing He is bringing. You are loved and remembered, and we look forward to your homecoming. Lord willing, soon!
- Pastor Culver
Hello, Glenn!
I just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you out here in Ohio & Minnesota. I am so glad to hear of God's continued faithfulness on yourall's behalf and we're looking forward to more such updates in the future.
I am also glad for the opportunity to personally say thank you for the joy and enthusiasm of living life well for God that is your character. I have many great memories of seeing that on a daily basis during the three years in Admissions, not to mention some of your "quotes" I've still got in various quote collections. :) Your patience, encouragement and truth remain a model and a challenge for me to this day.
We hope you enjoy a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family! We will be praying for your body to heal and for you, Jane, your kids, your family, your doctors and all the people that you are connected with there that you will see God clearly and that you will show Him well.
Much love & many prayers,
Deborah, for all the Griffieths
You probably don't remember me. My twin sister and I went to school at Bethel (NJ) and remember your family. I remember your smile, Mr. Amos and your happy, encouraging attitude! You are such a strong family. I'm praying for you and wish you a very HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! Many blessings!!
Debby (Carter) Jimenez and family
Glen, I am glad to hear that you are doing well during this tough time. Abby is so good at keeping us updated. Continuing to pray for you and your family.
Marcia Meyers :-)
Keep up those walks!!!
Here are some great words of thanksgiving from a song we've been singing at church. May they bless you heart as you consider all God's goodness at this Thanksgiving season: "My heart is filled with thankfulness to Him who walks beside; / Who floods my weaknesses with strength and causes fears to fly. / Whose ev'ry promise is enough for ev'ry step I take. / Sustaining me with arms of love and crowning me with grace."
Valerie Wilson
Hi Mr Amos,
Hope you don't mind me sending this message, we've not met (in fact I've only ever spoken to Abby a couple of times and I don't think she understood my accent on either occasion!). Anyway, my name's Craig, I'm Amanda Gaumer's boyfriend over in England - just wanted to let you know that after seeing Abby's posts I've been praying for you and your family ever since, and it's wonderful to see you making such progress. Happy thanksgiving, best wishes and prayers for the future from across the pond!
Happy Thanksgiving! We're glad to hear that you're recovering well. We appreciate all that you do for our ABF. We look forward to seeing you back in class again soon.
We read a joke about Thanksgiving, and it is just funny enough to bring a smile but nothing that will cause the pain of laughter.
If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?
Pilgrims! :)
Keep reading Psalm 118 for encouragement. It has encouraged us since you taught our class about it.
Love and prayers,
Chris and Kara
Hello! I just wanted to say a quick happy thanksgiving! May God bless you abundantly and give you a speedy recovery! Have a wonderful day!
Happy Thanksgiving, Glenn (and everyone else around him in what I'm sure is a now-cozy hospital room),
We're sure that despite the difficulty you've experienced this year with your health, you would still adamantly insist on the goodness of God in your life. That's what's so cool about being a Christian-- circumstances can't rob us of our joy.
We are praying for you many miles away in central Iowa. Rob and Kim Seyler
Glenn (& Jane),
We thank the Lord for your progress! We will continue to pray for complete healing and strength. Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving and may you soon be released to go home!
In Him, Bob & Sharon Hammaker
Glenn-Dog, G-$, Glenn-O, my favorite boss - Happy Thanksgiving! I am so thankful for you and Jane; your friendship is a blessing! And I am grateful I was able to speak to you today on the phone! Listen to the nurses - do as Jane says - don't think about the office. If you do all of these things, you will heal much faster!! Ha!Ha! Have a great day, boss!
Michelle
G-Money!
You getting better is the key to saving the Eagles season. McNabb is not going stop doing dumb things with the football until you are up and around so let that be an incentive to you! Seriously though, thanks for being such an awesome person and for having the strength and stamina to go through this surgery again (and again) and godspeed on your recovery. To God be the glory, great things he has done!
Hello Glen we have been praying for you. I had quadtrip bypass in feb. 2001 So iknow how you feel. Itold the doctor to do his job Then GOD will do the rest. As you know GOD is a Great GOD. Hope you have a speedy recovery, GOD bless you. You`r brother & sister in CHRIST Bing &Shirley Gossett. PS. We love you
PS have a happy happy thanksgiving from Bing and Shirley gossett
PS have a happy happy thanksgiving from Bing and Shirley gossett
Glenn (and Jane and Abby)
Happy Thanksgiving!
Just wanted to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenn,
I have been praying for you and your recovery. I hope the pain goes away quickly and you can be back to your old self soon! Praying also for strength for your family as they help you through this.
Have a blessed thanksgiving.
Susan Higley
What a blessing you two have been to us over the years. Thank you for being a living examples of dependence on God even through these challenging times. We send our love,prayers and warm wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving!
Ken and Eileen Lorow
HAPPY THANKSGIVING to the Amos Family from Iowa! Thinking of you brings back so many memories! We will never forget you guys and the way you made our Sarah feel so welcome in your home. You were like a second Mom and Dad to her! And, she couldn't have picked anyone better! Remember those tapes you used to put on my desk to transcribe after your long trips, Glen? You must have spent a lot of time driving and recording all of your thoughts! What a gift from God to have known you and Jane. Jan
Oh...I forgot to tell you, Glenn. I'm eating a bag of "Famous Amos" cookies in your honor. Get well and go home soon. Jan H.
Hey Mr. Amos (I guess I am old enough to call you Glen, but Mr. Amos, just comes out), we are so glad you are doing well. We have been praying for strength of heart and body as you're going through this challenging time. We will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer. Have a great Thanksgiving. Love you all!! Katie, Garrett and Baby G
Dear Glenn,
Happy Thanksgiving and praise the Lord that you are doing much better now. I hope the nurses are giving you lots of tender loving care and I just wonder how many of them you have accidently mooned by now. I'm sure it would have been the highlight of their day as I know it would have been mine. But you know how much we love all of you and will keep you in our hearts and prayers. We know that God gives us the strength to face even the most difficult circumstances in our lives and even when it hurts so much He gives us peace and always reminds us He is in control of our lives and loves us so much. Anyway I hope you all have a fantastic day together. Lots of love to all of you and a very gentle hug to you Glenn. Remember to eat plenty of prunes as straining is bad for the heart. Char. Tim, Eric and Tuffy
Hello Pastor Amos, Mrs. Amos and Family
I just wanted to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!!! You are all in my prayers at this difficult and trying time. Get well soon Pastor Amos!!! Take care. Michelle Gossett-Coffey and family
Mr. Amos,
Your life and your family are an amazing example of God's eternal and perfect love. I am so blessed to know and love you all. I am praising God in thanksgiving for your health and your friendship. Can't wait to for another visit to the Summit!
God Bless,
Swz
Happy Thanksgiving from the Czech Republic. We were sad to learn of your need to go through sugery again, and even more challenging for you and your family, the recovery. But we praise God for the progress up to this point, and will pray for God to give you strength, quick recovery, and patience, so that you can resume the ministry of influencing young people for serving God.
Ron Barnes- ABWE Czech
Glenn, Jane and family.
Becki does not know I'm writing this to you, but I'm sure she will soon...(we too get to spend this day in the hospital, as Silas needs to be monitored due to weight loss...too bad we're not all in the same hospital) I just want to thank you personally Glenn for what you have meant in our lives these past 6 years. Thank you for being more than "just a boss" to Becki. You have impacted both of our lives in great ways. I can't tell you how many times Becki has mentioned that you have been "kind of like a dad" to her. Thanks for all of your "fatherly" advice. I am grateful for the way in which God has used you and your family in our lives. Becki has certainly enjoyed her time working for you. (Though I think she said you did finally make her cry one day...ha ha).
While much more could be said, I just want you to know that I am thankful for you and what you mean to us. We praise God for your successful surgery; and we continue praying that our great Healer strengthens your body and numbs your pain. We love you and can't wait to see you.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Adam and Becki Scouten
Glenny,
Just want you know you are on my heart as you journey through this next season of life where God has you. I remember vividly when the journey began...it's incredible to see God give you grace and strength each step of the way. You are a man of deep strength and it has impacted my life in more ways than you know. Thanks for letting me see the "human" part of you...i think it has shaped me more than you realize. I will be praying for you that God will give you His strength and patient as you recover and get back to being Glenny. Whatever you do in this recovery process...make sure you don't get caught up in Clousing...it could be fatal for you at this time!hahaha!...love you friend...Tim Holdridge
Praying for your continued recovery daily. Ps 27:13 - I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD .
Dave and Sandi Weinerth
Hey Glen.... Bill and Ann Mattox here. I was going to share a side splitting joke but Ann told me that wouldn't be good thing so we just wanted you to know that our church family has been praying for you and are thrilled to see your progress. Happy Thanksgiving from us and ours to you and yours!
Helllooooooo Mr. Amos! I have been keeping up with your recovery through Ab's blog and I am sooooo thankful that you are on the mend. I continue to pray for you and your familys strength through this tough recovery! You are truly AMAZING!
All my Love!
Amber (a.k.a boogz)
So, I know this is late (in more ways than one), but I knew I wanted to actually talk to you on the phone yesterday, so that's why I didn't end up writing anything on here.
Dad, you have been such a great example to me throughout my life. You have taught me the importance of working hard no matter what the task may be. The way that you love my mother, Luke & Trish and Chail, and Abby, and myself is a challenge to me for when God gives me a family. Most importantly, your love for the Lord and trust in Him is a constant blessing to me. I love you Dad, Happy Thanksgiving.
- John-o
Happy Belated Thanksgiving! I've been reading Abbey's blog and am praying for all of you! It's so nice to see a family that knows that God is in control and relying on Him and His wisdom during these tough times! Glen, you are so blessed to have a loving family that lifts you up!!! I'm praying for you! Love you!
Hi "Pastor" Glen! I am praying that God gives you a smooth transition as you leave the hospital tomorrow...hopefully! I'm actually at my parent's house right now and go back to VA tomorrow. I don't want to make you laugh too hard...so all I'll say is..." 1, 2, 3, you three be quiet!" --Remember that one? I was also remembering today all the great times we had with you and Ken on our retreats! Thanks for investing into all of us at HHBC. We were sooooo glad you came! Get well soon! You'll be in my prayers! Love you Jane too!!! Hope to see you all soon!
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