We were classmates at Asbury Theological Seminary, and in July of 2001 along with another friend, Thomas Muhomba, we went to Zimbabwe, Africa together. Pat's joy and zeal for the Lord and for life were contagious. I wouldn't have passed Greek without him! I thought about calling him a couple of weeks ago, but I didn't. I got distracted by the day-to-day busy-ness that so easily distracts us when we let it.
I confess, I haven't been a very good friend lately, I didn't even know that his wife, Jamie, passed away 6 months ago until I saw the post about Pat on the Asbury Seminary Community site.
My prayers go out to Pat's family & friends, especially his son Chance. Pat made a huge impact for the kingdom of God in his short life. I am better for knowing him, and I look forward to hearing his big Arkansas voice in glory. Goodbye, Pat, I miss you.
Rev.Kev
