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Farewell From Our Custodian, Matthew Harrison

7/20/2020

8 Comments

 
I was given the chance to write the blog for this week because it is such a great opportunity to say goodbye. With two new sons in the last year (my baby-boy Holden and my foster son Maxx), my family is growing, and I felt it was time for me to grow, too. I will always feel grateful to the church, because the time I have spent here has provided me with opportunities to learn. Now I can use those new skills to build a new future for my family.

It's been about three years since I started working for the 1st Presbyterian community as your custodian. Looking back at the time I've spent here, I feel proud at what I've helped accomplish. It's been three years of remodels, repairs, and events that mean a lot to me.

In many ways, I've spent more of the last three years than anyone else with the building that holds our sanctuary. If I have any advice to give, it's that this church is a thing to cherish. The story of this community is more than a hundred years long and full of so much service and care. I've been so blessed to have the perspective to see that history in the building itself!

I want to thank everyone that helped me be a part of the staff and made my time here full of wonderful memories. There is so much to look forward to as this church grows. I hope the next person to serve in my custodial position gets to feel a part of it like I have felt a part of the First Presbyterian community.

It will be sad for me to hand over the keys, literally and figuratively, and close this chapter in my service to Christ. I loved my time here and will miss working for you all.

Thank you and farewell,
Matthew Harrison
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Matthew Harrison
8 Comments
Kathy Verburg
7/21/2020 03:51:58 pm

You will be missed. Best of luck, prayers are with you as you move on to your next endeavor.

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Wendy Wilson
7/21/2020 03:57:29 pm

I wish I could have said goodbye in person . . I didn't know you were leaving when you helped us set up for noon Bible study last week! Thank you so much for your help. You are so great to work with. Blessings as you move into your next chapter . . .

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Charlie Branch
7/21/2020 04:00:29 pm

Thank you, Matthew. It has been a joy to see you on Sundays, and I will miss visiting with you as we've served in this old building that continues to make history come alive in downtown Coeur d'Alene. The best of futures to you, Kendra, Holden and Maxx!

That second year "funny grandpa," Charlie

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Karen Huber
7/21/2020 04:09:24 pm

I also thank you for all the help you have given me during the past three years! I wish you had shared with us whether you are staying in Coeur d'Alene or moving elsewhere and what exciting things are ahead for you. I didn't know you were fostering another child! Good for you! I wish you God-speed and much success and happiness in your future! Thanks for being a part of us for awhile!!!

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Carolyn Keefer
7/21/2020 04:45:15 pm

Best wishes to you Matthew! I know you have done so much “behind the scenes” and I truly appreciate your dedication to keeping this old and beautiful building your priority. Blessings to you and your family!

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Wendy Taylor Sanders
7/22/2020 07:27:31 am

Mathew, it’s been our pleasure knowing you and your family, especially your new addition. You’ve taken such good care of us - always there just when we needed you.
Best of everything to you. We’ll miss you.
Jim and Wendy

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Barb Crumpacker
7/22/2020 08:03:54 am

Blessings on you & your family, Matthew, as you move forward to the next fun thing!

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Isabella link
6/20/2022 04:34:37 pm

Great post thank you.

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