Under the rubric of significant encounters, I had the occasion to share a silly joke with Rob during a break in a Summer Program circa late 70's. His sense of humor was infectious. I also recall the gracious presence he and Ann exuded (along with their charming accents) as a compassionate and caring couple. Rob leaves a memorable legacy of service to the life of the Church and the world. Grace & Peace, Dawn Collins ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Lynda C via OE <oe@lists.wedgeblade.net> To: "OE@lists.wedgeblade.net" <OE@lists.wedgeblade.net>; "dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net" <dialogue@lists.wedgeblade.net> Sent: Monday, May 16, 2016 12:07 PM Subject: [Oe List ...] Rob Duffy It’s been almost 40 years ago since John and I and our two boys were assigned to Australia. I remember arriving in Sydney in Sept. in the cold of the "down under" winter into the house in Red Fern, as I recall. Rob and Ann were among the folks who welcomed us so warmly, and shared warmer garments with us until our bodies acclimated to that drastic climate change and different style of heating. We recall Rob and Ann’s gentle spirit of care to our young family, and their caring leadership as work with the HDP’s was expanding while work with the Local Church experiment was in transition. We send greetings and sympathy to Ann and family, and to so many colleagues in Australia. What an amazing global fellowship and mission we enjoyed together, beginning with the Duffy’s assignment to 5th City several years prior to our assignment in Australia. We will be with you in spirit on Rob’s memorial day. We celebrate his pioneering life shared with so many. Sincerely, Lynda and John Cock _______________________________________________ OE mailing list OE@lists.wedgeblade.net http://lists.wedgeblade.net/listinfo.cgi/oe-wedgeblade.net