Bernard and Emilie Bretz, faithful members of the Westwood family, will celebrate seventy years of marriage this month. These days, that is a rare accomplishment indeed! Now Bernie and Emilie are careful to credit the faithfulness of the Lord when they talk about this anniversary, for they believe that God has sustained them through these many years and empowered them to face the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges that have come their way. Theirs has not been a life of ease, free from heartache and disappointment, but it has been a journey of faith that has placed Christ at the center of their home, and through seventy years, that has been enough. Their example serves to remind us all of the significance of placing Christ at the heart of everything we do. In a world where success is often measured by the tangible treasures of wealth, position, and prestige, Bernie and Emilie remind us that when it comes to the relationships that are so vital to our lives, nothing but the best will do...that is, trusting ourselves and those we love into the very best hands, the hands of God. With Emilie and Bernie as our examples, perhaps a better turn of the phrase might be, nothing but the Bretz!
Congratulations Bernie and Emilie! God bless you.
Jim Abernathy
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Congratulations to Emilie and Bernie! They have been a blessing in my life and the life of my family. I hope they had a wonderful celebration. God bless!
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