Rev. Fisher works so hard in his church, his secular job and keeping this web page going. He is also experiencing the recent lost of his beloved father. I am asking all who read and post of the board to offer prayers and words of encouragement. Scripture tells us to encourage one another. Rev. Fisher you are greatly loved on this board and I know God will lift you high! This week I checked in with my United methodist colleague who is a dear friend and I told him I was working on my annual report. He generously offered to give me his report to submit. We laughed and laughed. Rev. Fisher he has 700 members, three services on sundays and a huge budget. I have found talking and laughing with my colleagues is another way to bolster my spirit when I feel weary. So family members let's tell Rev. Fisher how much we care about him and pray for him. He could use it right now. I hope we can hear a word of encouragement from all the districts. Joy

-- Anonymous, July 12, 2002

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Reverend Fisher, My sincere condolences to you and your family in recent loss of your father.

From the Twelth Episcopal District,

-- Anonymous, July 14, 2002

Bro. John You have my deepest our prayers and our love. Your Brother.

-- Anonymous, July 14, 2002

Dear Rev. Fisher,

I pray that during your time of grief that the Holy Spirit will comfort you and allow you to get through this situation. I pray that your faith as a christian will grow and that others will be drawn closer to Jesus Christ as a result of your work.

Although, I have never met you, I would like to thank you for the warm invitation that you extended to me personally via e-mail in the year 2000 when I initially posted on this board. It was largely your comments which inspired me to seek membership in the AME church. I pray to God that He will give us more wise ministers like yourself in our denomination.

Jazzman

-- Anonymous, July 15, 2002

May God continue to bless you and your family -- WE are truly grateful for all of your great works through AME Today. You are doing the Master's will. GOD IS ABLE!

-- Anonymous, July 15, 2002

Rev. Fisher, I just want to send out a prayer your way. I have certainly been missing hearing from you via your daily newsletter. I know you have been going through a lot this past year but please know that your "website friends" are praying for you. It was a joy and pleasure to actually meet you and Sis. Jan face to face at the Annual Conference at St. Matthew AME Church this year. "I can do all things through Him who strengthens me...." Peace & Love, JoAnn Richardson

-- Anonymous, July 15, 2002

Rev. John My sincere condolences and prayers are extended to you and your family at this time.

God Loves You and So Do I Barbara Ransom

-- Anonymous, July 15, 2002