Deacon Connie Fowler Retires from Ordained Ministry

On Friday, March 27, clergy and friends gathered to celebrate the retirement of Deacon Connie Fowler and to give thanks for her many years of faithful ministry. The evening was filled with stories, laughter, gratitude, and remembrance as those who have served alongside Deacon Connie came together to honor her vocation and service to the Church.

Among those present were Edson Way, who served as priest-in-charge from April 2016 to April 2017; Bob Barndt, a retired ELCA pastor who regularly provided supply ministry; Christopher Simpson, current rector; Jim Liggett, former rector who was present when Connie was ordained; and Mike Ehmer, who also served the congregation faithfully through supply ministry over many years.

Deacon Connie’s ministry has touched countless lives through her faithfulness and dedication to the people of God. As she enters retirement, the Diocese of Northwest Texas gives thanks for her years of service and prays God’s continued blessings upon her in this new season of life and ministry.