Funeral

Like the weather that has seemed to change overnight from summer to fall, so too has life changed in one week. Last Saturday we sang at a baptism and danced at a wedding on Sunday. Then yesterday we gathered together once more to greive and pray with a family at a funeral. There are many thoughts I have, things I could say, but I must confess that this is one "cultural experience" that is much more personal and so will be closely held in my heart rather than shared. I do ask, though, that you please pray for the family, friends and community who have lost a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and dear friend. May the Lord give them great comfort and peace in this time.