Heather Hodges

It all started 12 years ago this week. My brother, Houston was coordinating a mock crucifixion scene for Camp Kadesh at Abilene Christian University. He asked Wade to portray one of the criminals who would hang on either side of “Jesus.” I was part of the angry crowd who yelled, “Crucify him! Crucify him!” In the late afternoon, all the actors drove to a hill outside Abilene to reenact the crucifixion scene for a group of high school campers. It was a moving experience for everyone involved, especially for me. Not only did I get to participate in a portrayal of the most important day in the history of the world, but I also noticed for the first time the man who would become my husband - one of the criminals on the cross. We had our first date two days later and four months later we were married. The significance that our relationship began at the foot of the cross has not escaped our notice. We want above all things for our relationship to reflect the grace, love and sacrifice of our Savior. It has been an incredible 12 years full of joy, laughter, pain, tears, renegotiation, forgiveness, and love. Thanks Wade for the adventure that is our life. I love you.

Wade as one of the criminals, I’m in the top right corner.

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