We give thanks to God for the gifts we have received in the trustworthy life and reliable service of Professor John Kilde, who has exemplified Paul’s words to Timothy both in 2Timothy 2:1 – 2 and in 2Timothy 4:1 – 2: “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.  And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others,” and “I give you this charge: Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage – with great patience and careful instruction.”