Message to Tracey Johnston

Memories of Graham

Since his diagnosis I had followed Graham's courageous battle with cancer on the Subiaco Church website. I am shocked and saddened by his passing.

 

I got to know Graham back in the late 1980's when he stayed at my parent's home during the time he was based in Charlotte NC working for the Leighton Ford Ministries. Unfortunately I was unable to meet up with Graham again after he left the United States for Australia, however I still have many vivid memories of him. In the many conversations I had with Graham during the time he stayed at my parent's house, his intellect and curiosity stood out to me the most. Graham was knowledgeable and curious about a wide range of subjects. He loved reading, and he particularly loved thinking about and discussing ideas. Not surprisingly he was a fascinating conversationalist. Graham also had a great sense of humor. I don't think I've ever been around anyone who made me laugh more than Graham. His observations and comments were often hilarious. When Graham would join my parents and me around the dinner table there was guaranteed to be interesting conversation and lots of laughter.

 

I remember that Graham loved all types of sports. There didn't seem to be a sport that Graham couldn't become deeply involved in watching; and when watching a game with Graham you were sure to hear much more interesting and humorous commentary from him than from the televison analyst.

 

Graham exuded a passion for living life to the fullest and from reading the tributes to him that have poured in from all over the world, it is clear he channeled his enthusiasm and passion toward reaching and helping others. He lived a life full of meaning and purpose and he will be greatly missed by many.

 

 

Donald Little  

 

 

To our friend Graham

 

To our friend Graham,

Profound loss and sorrow with your passing.
You meant so many things to us in so many ways.
From the jumpshots to the film cuts.
...From leading us in youth group to dedicating our children.
You were there for it all.
The world will not be the same without you.
A light has gone out and many of us have felt it.

You inspired us to want to inspire others.

Love from all our family
Lincoln, Natasha, Jasmine and Maia Fenner

 

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Graham

It is with great sadness to hear of his passing away.  We would have loved to be there to celebrate his life at the memorial service but we are currently living in India.

 

May God comfort you all during the sad time.  Our prayers and love are with you.

 

Colin & Carolyn Craggs

ANNOUNCEMENT

Dear Friends of Subi Church,

We have sad news. Graham Johnston passed away to be with the Lord on 17 January at 7:52pm. He was surrounded by his family and close friends and died peacefully at home. Graham had been through a long battle with cancer, having been diagnosed with mesothelioma in June 2010.

We will miss him greatly. He has been a great pastor and friend for 21 years at Subi Church.

Please pray for God’s comfort and strength for his family.

The funeral will be held this coming Friday, 21st Jan, at Subiaco Church of Christ, 260 Bagot Road, from 2pm-3.30pm. Due to the large number of people we are expecting, we will be providing overflow facilities.

Please note that there will be no creche for the children.

Subi Church Eldership

Health Update - 10 January 2011

Dear Friends,

Again, thank you for your on going prayers and concern. Let me update you on my health. Some of you are aware that the day after Christmas I had to be admitted into the emergency room due to labored breathing. As a result, there was detected a build up of fluid in my right lung (ie my good lung) as well as the sack around my heart. Both need to be drained and it was a source of deep concern for some of the doctors. However, in the mean time my condition has become quite stable and I am resting now at home. The trip to the U.S. was canceled and my family from America came to join me here in Australia. Let me tell you how you can be praying for me now.
Pray that the fluids that I mentioned earlier will drain naturally from my system. I am currently on an oxygen bottle to help my depleted lungs and I would like to get off that as soon as possible.
I have on going fatigue and there is inevitable muscle break down after months of limited activity. Therefore, pray that my energy level would continue to increase in the days and weeks to come.
Pray for my spirits and all my family around me. We ask for continued encouragement and that we may keep our eyes fixed on the Lord.

It was just 15 days ago that I was told by several doctors that I would die in 2 to 14 days due to the fluid gain that I was experiencing. Clearly, the Lord timing is different. I can say with an open heart that if He calls me I am ready to be with Him. “For me to live is Christ, to die is gain.”

Thank you again for your on going love and concern. Please keep the prayers coming.

Yours In Christ,

Graham Johnston