Today would be Wes’ 50th birthday and what better way for him to celebrate than with his creator. Last year at this time Wes was teaching a marriage seminar. He continued to help individuals and couples learn and grow in their relationships. He didn’t want to waste any opportunities he was given to inspire and encourage others. He is greatly missed but he left an incredible legacy. We are grateful for his life and how well he led us. Our family is working to continue that legacy.
These last few months have been encouraging. I began a part time job, 25 hours a week with a local church as a finance assistant. I love my team and the staff I get to work with. I am thankful I can continue to serve in the community and help other churches. This summer I will be joining Kasey on her missions trip to Albuquerque.
Dakota will be going to London next month with Resonate for 5 weeks, to help reach the community as they are looking to build a church plant there.
Kadin begins his 5 week ministry with Resonate in San Diego today. It is a time of spiritual development, growth and Kingdom building.
Kasey will be going with New Song on their missions trip to Albuquerque. Their purpose is to support refugee ministries, build community and help with work projects. She also plans to go to Oregon with Resonate for a week to learn and grow in her faith.
With our family spread all over we are just working to direct more foot prints towards the Kingdom. We are blessed and we pray for God’s grace as we continue each day with what he sets before us. May whatever your day brings, you feel His love and presence.
*pic is of flowers that arrived today…thank you!
Well Wes would be proud of you all and you’re certainly continuing his legacy!
Love you all,
Betsy and John
Karen, I’m gladdened to see Wes’s life work not only continued, but magnified at least 4x and even more by others taking up the torch past, present and future. I truly believe Wes is watching and moved by the family’s intent, efforts and successes. I don’t mean to put pressure on anybody but I do have to acknowledge from my outsider’s perspective. The family taking up and continuing the torch in the healthy ways that you all are, is showing the world, and Wes, validation. That Wes’s efforts, methods and guidance works. That it works so well, even without him here it stands on it’s own two feet and now validates itself. Congrats Wes, you did a fine job, we all are so much better having had you and your family in our lives. Rest now, we’ve got it from here. I only speak for myself, but I’m sure many others feel the same.
Karen , I think of ( and pray for ) you and the kids often. It is wonderful to hear how God has been using and carrying you all . I pray you all are encouraged as you remember and celebrate Wes . Much love .
It is good to read how your family is continuing to grow closer together and closer to God.
I woke up this morning thinking about Wes celebrating in Heaven. I have prayed for you all as you go through this first birthday milestone and have thought about how much you must be missing him, especially today. Thanks for the update Karen. I think of you and pray for you often! Love to you all!
Hope you are doing well and trust that the family is thriving in the Lord. It is so encouraging to hear about their involvement in missions! This is wonderful. I know you miss Wes so much but I loved your words about him celebrating his birthday in heaven. Have a wonderful summer. Love and hugs. Marti
Glad you’re all doing well, I’m sure Wes and our God are proud of your faithfulness! ❤️
Thanks for the update and remembering Wes’s birthday! Keep living for the Lord and telling others about him with your lives!
Thanks for the update how your family is doing! I was happy to hear your inspiration of staying close to the lord and all the work your family is doing for the lord. It brought joy to my heart hearing you remembering Wes and honoring him on his birthday!
Happy heavenly birthday Wes! We love and miss you dearly! Miss you Karen! So happy to see you and the kids are doing well!
Thank you for the update. We will be praying for safety for each summer ministry opportunities.
Dear Karen,
Such a blessing to hear you and your children are working to continue Wes’
legacy! Also that the Lord has provided you a job with Christian fellowship! He does provide for those that are his!
When Bob went to be with the Lord, I saw His provisions and continue to.
Always missed seeing you since you moved but some day we will all rejoice when we meet in heaven. 🙏 for you
Thanks for letting us know everyone’s summer plans. Praying that each experience will be a blessing in your lives and draw you closer to the Father.
Dear Family,
Happy heavenly birthday 🎂 Wes! No doubt that a wonderful party was shared by our God and all.
So glad to hear the updates on everyone, we look forward to seeing you and Kasey soon.
Continued prayers and love 💕 for you all.
Blessings,
Tommy & Kelly
Loved the update! What a great way to spend your 50th! So thankful for the reminder of the blessing Wes and your family are to many and your faithfulness. Praying for you all as you are spread out ministering to many places in the next few months. 😍
Great to see how your doing ! Your still teaching that keeping your eyes on Jesus and He will show you the way . And that you are following Him! Jesus blesses you and your blessing others. Your doing just what we’re called to do! Pray for you regularly! We’re in an awesome church here! Revival here! Over 1500 Salvations the first Quarter this yr. And they are in Bible studies and serving! Lots of young families! Very involved in the community! If you ever get the opportunity to get this way please come. Your bed is waiting! The Ark Encounter is 14 miles from here and is quite an experience! May the Lord less you and keep you! Love you!
Karen,
Thanks for the update. It is so wonderful that all of you are serving the Lord so faithfully and carrying on Wes’s legacy. God bless you all!
love,
Mary Ellen
Thank you, Karen for this update regarding you and your family, It’s hard to grasp that Wes was still here teaching just last year. What a blessing his life has been for you and for all who’ve been in his ‘circle’ and then to all those he touched with the Gospel. Your family continues the legacy and is doing it well.
Thank you so much for the Coddington update. The life and kingdom legacy that Wes left is reflected in the lives of your children and it is exciting to hear.
Thrilled to hear that a local community s blessed to have you be a part of their ministry team.
Hugs and prayers surround all of you as you reflect and live out your kingdom legacy.
Thanks for the update. It was great to see Kaden at the New Songs Mens Breakfast. He got taller. I appreciate the works the men in your family is doing Karen. Also Kasey being so faithful and excited about our Faith. Be well Coddington’s. Both your fathers are smiling and proud of you all from above.
Hi Karen,
Happy Birthday to Wes! Congratulations on your new job and all the Kingdom-focused activities you and your kids are involved in. I know circumstances are different, but I find it easy to put myself in your shoes and imagine what things are like for you now. Thank God for the comfort of the gospel, the Word, the Holy Spirit, and the body of Christ! Prayers and a hug from afar.
Love you buddy! Miss you so much!
Thanks for the update.