Franklin and Kathleen

For thirty-five years you have stood

A shepherd to the fold,

At Basinger, you preach the truth

More precious than fine gold.

Oh Franklin, you have led the way

Through seasons of the soul,

With gentle hands and steadfast faith

To make the broken whole.

Now Franklin and Kathleen, we pray

God’s blessing on you two.

A godly love, a giving grace

Shines brightly out from you.

The Chapel holds you in its heart

For all the love you pour,

May Heaven's peace be on your house

Today and evermore.

Through valleys deep of grief and loss,

The Lord has brought new spring.

In twenty-five, you joined your hands,

What joy the seasons bring.

Kathleen, he was your pastor first,

And now you are his bride,

Two elders walking in the Word,

Together side by side.

Now Franklin and Kathleen, we pray

God’s blessing on you two.

A godly love, a giving grace

Shines brightly out from you.

The Chapel holds you in its heart

For all the love you pour,

May Heaven's peace be on your house

Today and evermore.

I’ve called you friends for many years,

And watched your spirits shine.

You love the Lord, you love His Word,

With kindness so divine.

A pastor and his loving wife,

You answer Heaven's call,

Reflecting Christ in all you do,

A blessing to us all.

Now Franklin and Kathleen, we pray

God’s blessing on you two.

A godly love, a giving grace

Shines brightly out from you.

The Chapel holds you in its heart

For all the love you pour,

May Heaven's peace be on your house

Today and evermore.