Barb Heyd

Church: Cascades Wesleyan Church, Jackson

Nominated by John of Jackson
My pastor’s wife, Barb Heyd, is one of a kind. She is special to our church for so many reasons. She is devoted to Christ, strong in her faith, and not afraid to let anyone know it. Perhaps the most special thing for her is the heart she has for children. She has opened up her home on Sunday mornings to the children of our church—from third grade on down to three years of age. The kids can hardly wait to see what wacky adventure she has planned for them. Barb raised three sons of her own. She knows how to keep their attention. Barb isn’t afraid to get down on the ground with the kids, play in the dirt, and even get slime on her hands—whatever it takes to show them what the love of Christ is about. Barb’s life isn’t perfect; Barb isn’t perfect. And she knows it. She is quick to point out her own faults and give the praise to Jesus for each hurdle she overcomes. This is a big help with the younger couples in the church—seeing that the pastor’s wife is has made mistakes yet is still loved by God helps them to believe they are not beyond salvation. The love that Barb has for others is evident in every smile she shares. She truly believes that no one should be left behind, and does everything in her power to see everyone she has met on Earth in Heaven one day.