Our Brother and Colleague, Gordon Densmore, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, September 26, 2014. The photo shown is of Rev. Gordon and Vernice Densmore at a PastorCare Network Staff Retreat in May of 2009. The following copy of the obituary notice is from Gordon's daughter, Robyn Wall. Please remember Vernice, Robyn, and the entire family in your prayers. In lieu of flowers, please consider the needs of the family. Memorial contributions may be directed to: PastorCare, 2

We are very excited to devote the PastorCare West Michigan October 2014 Newsletter to honoring and blessing Pastor Sam and Brenda Rijfkogel at Grand Rapids First. We trust your hearts will be blessed and encouraged as you read the quotes from several members of the staff and the congregation. We hope our example will encourage you to honor and bless your pastor and spouse. In fact, do something special to honor their whole family. “How beautiful on the mountains are the feet