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Happy 91st Birthday, Sister McCoy!

3/21/2014

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By Rohan Hector (Richland Park Church of Christ, SVG)
Richland Park Church of Christ, on Thursday March 20, 2014, hosted a surprise thanksgiving fellowship in celebration of the 91st birthday of sister in Christ, Advira McCoy, who is affectionately known both within the brotherhood and also her community as "Sister McCoy." Brethren, relatives and friends marked the milestone with song, prayers of thanksgiving and tributes to McCoy, whose efforts in the early 1980s are largely responsible for the congregation.

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LISTEN TO THE SAGE WISDOM OF ADVIRA McCOY, IN HER OWN WORDS, AFTER THE TRIBUTE.

TRIBUTE by Rohan Hector

Last year, when we came together and celebrated her 90th birthday, we recognized her as the Real McCoy.  We gave her that title then because it was due to her. This year I will like to use another title - one by brother Kenneth Peters, as he makes reference to her whenever and wherever he speaks of her. It is a title that not only compliments her but also reflects her true nature and speaks solely of her. That title is 'MOTHER McCOY'.

George Burns (1896-1996) lived to be 100 years old. He said, "By the time you're 80 years old you've learned everything. You only have to remember it." If only he had known our Mother McCoy - 91 years of age and still has a mind as sharp as a 20 year old. She remembers vividly her past, trials, struggles, visions for the future, dreams, and accomplishments. If you don't believe me, just sit with her for a few minutes and you will get 90 plus years of history.

It is said: "At age 20, we worry about what others think of us. At age 40, we don't care what they think of us. At age 60, we discover they haven't been thinking of us at all." Ann Landers (1918-2002). For most people, as they get older, they move away from the egocentric concerns of youth to a more realistic perception of adulthood and aging. In other words they come to the realization that they are not the center of the universe. It is evident that Mother McCoy's life never revolved around herself. Her life was characterized by acts of service above self. She had no formal skills or training in missionary work - just a love for Christ and the saving of the souls.

Mother McCoy's story is one that is etched in the forefront of our minds. Her humility ought to be emulated. This world has seen many great leaders whose life and work speak for themselves. We recently mourned the lost of one - Nelson Mandela. In this little village, on this little island, we are here tonight in the presence of greatness.  Mother McCoy has taught us that aging is not the lost of youth, but the gaining of a new stage of opportunity and strength.

The Richland Park church as your children, as Proverbs 31:28 says, will rise up tonight and call you blessed.  We love you, we appreciate you and we celebrate with you as a woman of great character and courage - our very own MOTHER McCOY.

WISDOM OF 'MOTHER McCOY'

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"I love my brethren. [Anywhere] I turn - go here, I go there - I meet my brethren, I love them. I love people. And because God says, 'We must love,' if we do not love their ways, never mind, love them. Because without God, we [are] nothing. And I'm always glad. When I was in Trinidad, the only [time] I didn't go to worship is when I [felt] sick. It was a joy for me to love my brethren and to love people. And I know my God [is] always helping me to keep up the good work. Because, I know that when He takes me from this world, I will be with my God. I will be with Jesus Christ, His only begotten Son. And that's what we all must do. We must think about Him. We must love Him. We must tell others about Him."

8 Comments
Cuthbert Cumberbatch
3/21/2014 12:19:16 pm

Happy Birthday to our dear sister, friend and mother ( Advira Mc Coy). May the grace of almighty God continue to be with you and may you continue in good health and faithful service to our God.

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Jamali and Jeana link
3/21/2014 12:32:48 pm

Sis. McCoy is truly an inspiration to us as an example of faithful, humble service to Christ and His church. May God continue to bless you and the brethren at Richland Park.

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Jasmine Cottoy
3/21/2014 01:12:40 pm

Happy Birthday Sis. McCoy I am so thankful for you and for your love thru out the years, you have been such an inspiration to me and will continue to be for always. I love you Sis McCoy you are truly a woman of virtue.

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Ronnel Rodney
3/21/2014 01:19:12 pm

In the words of sister McCoy ' what a joy'. 'Twas indeed a joy to share in the celebration of the woman who has been there from the beginning of my walk with Christ to now, whose bed I've laid in so many times listening to her many stories. Love you much grandma McCoy.

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Joel Jack
3/21/2014 03:06:53 pm

Commendation is due to brother Rohan Hector and the brethren at Richland Park for celebrating the birthday of our beloved sister Advira McCoy. Sorry I could only have been there in spirit this year.

Sister McCoy has touched so many lives in a positive way and she has been a wonderful inspiration to my family and myself. God continues to work out his purpose in the life of this godly, caring, righteous disciple.

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murchisson Alexis
3/24/2014 03:53:29 am

Hope you had a wonderful 91st birthday. I pray the Almighty God will bless you with continued health and many more wonderful years to serve him. God's richest blessings

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Galia Cozier- Lulley
3/24/2014 09:16:26 am

Congrats sister Mc coy you are such a wonderful person and I am happy the congregation had such a great celebration for her

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kenneth peters
3/27/2014 04:19:04 am

Congratulation mother McCoy on your 91st. birthday, you are an inspiration to all of us, young and old, you touches our heart string.and encourages us to carry on and fight that good fight.as bro. paul says.Personally you are an inspiration to me,and your cheerful words of encouragement, always uplifts my spirit.I give thanks to the lord for spareing your life to see another year.My sincere prayer is for longitivity,gods willing.to keep us on our toes..(smile).I must add a very special mention to bro. Hector and the cong. in richland park Cof C. for this wonderful tribute to a wonderful sis....wish I was there. god bless. love in Christ . bro. ken.

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