Reading the article about Pr. Faszholz reminded me so much of my blessed years being Pastor for former Big Leaguer Hal Jeffcoat. Hal played for the Cubs and the Reds in the late 40's and through the 50's. He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran in Tampa, Florida where I was pastor from 1980 - 1996. Hal had great stories not only about baseball but about serving in the Army during WWII. While with the Cubs he roomed with fellow Lutheran Andy Pafko (who passed away just a couple of weeks ago). The pay was far different back then, but the temptations were much the same. Hal's stories about striving to walk the "straight and narrow" as a follower of our Lord Jesus were very enlightening -- and encouraging to me as a pastor. So too are Pr. Faszholz's words. It's very uplifting to know that committed Christians can survive in the public limelight and give a powerful witness to the Savior. Thanks for sharing! Pr. Ron Weidler Senior Pastor Immanuel Lutheran Church & School Batavia, IL.