How does one adequately say "thank you" for decades-long love, friendship, and service? The Tshwane Icoc bid farewell to Themba and Zamalinda Xulu last Sunday as they step out of the full-time ministry and start a new life adventure in KwaZulu-Natal.

The couple was encouraged with songs, and sharing from members of the various ministries in the church and by some of the older couples in the church who also prayed for them.

Members of the North-west and other regions of the Joburg church were in attendance. Joyce Nyanyatsi, who has known Themba and Zamalinda for a long time, summed it up well: "It was an amazing experience, though most of us shared some tears. The worship was incredible and very uplifting. Most of us knew them from their tender years and watched them grow from young campus students, to young ministry leaders, to being married and being parents. They are awesome leaders who lead by example who can relate to any age group, and who love God consistently. Their faith in God is steady and firm. They've been through a lot but never lost focus or sight of God's greatness. Their love for people is amazing. Their intentionality is amazing."

If you'd like to catch the full service, you can watch it here: