04/03/2024
Celebrating 70 Years of Life, Love, and Service
🎉 As I approach the significant milestone of turning 70 on May 11th, I'm filled with gratitude for a journey that has been both challenging and incredibly rewarding. Reflecting on my life, from the turmoil of my teenage years, through a transformative period in the USAF, to finding my soulmate in Connie, every step has been guided by divine grace.
My path led me to serve in various capacities, planting churches, and later extending my ministry to the marketplace with organizations like Marketplace Chaplains USA and CBMC. These experiences have been enriching, but the most recent chapter in Constanza, Dominican Republic, holds a special place in my heart. Here, I've witnessed the power of faith and community in planting churches, revitalizing a grade school, and establishing the Valdosta Bible Seminary.
🎈 I invite you all to join me in a celebration that transcends just a birthday party – it’s a gathering of unity, diversity, and purpose. We’ll enjoy a potluck with dishes from the many walks of life represented by my cherished friends and family. Let's share in the joy of fellowship, reflecting the spectrum of our collective journeys.
🎁 In lieu of gifts, I'm asking for donations to Constanza for Christ, a 501(c)(3) organization that's close to my heart. Whether small or substantial, your contributions will further the impact of our mission in the Dominican Republic. For those who give generously, remember that your donations are tax-deductible.
🙏 Your presence, whether in spirit or in person, and your support mean the world to me. Together, we can make this celebration a testament to a life lived in service to others and a future committed to making a difference.
👉 RSVP and details about the event will follow soon. Let’s make this 70th birthday a momentous occasion that extends beyond celebration to a legacy of love, service, and community impact.
Looking forward to seeing you all,
Ricardo Vielmas
for Christ