More about the Holleys!

(continuted from our August 2011 eNews)

Tim & Vickie have been married for thirty years.

They have two children: daughter Jessica, 26, and son Timmy, Jr., 24. Both were recently married and live in South Carolina.

Favorite hobbies or ways you relax?Tim – Cooking, computers, buying and selling things on Amazon and eBay, woodworking.
Vickie – Bargain hunting at thrift stores, flea markets, yard sales, clearance racks and The Dollar Tree.
Both – Traveling and visiting new places or camping in the Smoky Mountains is our favorite way to relax.

Is it true that both of you like to cook?
Yes. Vickie does more of the home-style cooking, baking and decorating cakes. Tim does the grilling and gourmet-style cooking. Our favorite food is authentic Greek food. We also enjoy authentic Mexican foods.

Other serving experiences before Ruth Harbor?
Vickie has served churches in various food ministries and organized for large and small group events. She is a very proficient organizer and enjoys serving behind the scenes.

Tim has served in pastoral roles such as Minister of Education, Discipleship Director, Church Administrator, Associate Pastor, Church Planter, and Pastor.

Businesses or job experiences?
We have both worked side by side in various ministries and business ventures for most of our 30 years of marriage. Vickie has worked as a secretary, administrative assistant, office administrator and as a Domestic Engineer (mom and wife!) Tim has owned several businesses from home repair and financial counseling to leadership training and various sales positions.

What’s are your thoughts about moving to Iowa from the coast of South Carolina?
We are excited to serve the Lord here where he has called us to be, and we are trusting God to enable us to adjust quickly. The weather will probably be our biggest adjustment, since we don't get snow in Charleston, SC. We lived only 10 minutes from the beaches there. Our coldest winter weather would typically be in the 20's or 30's for just a few days before returning to the 50's and 60's during the winter months. (We have even had some 80 degree Christmases!) Less humidity here than in SC during the summer months is a welcome change.

Greatest Accomplishment?
Staying married for over 30 years.

Something people may not know about you?
We were high school sweethearts and got married at 17 and 18 years of age.