The end of this life is a departure that most of us dread, but we can make our good-byes less painful when we’ve thoughtfully prepared for them and eternity as well. I share some of our alumni feedback from those who felt loved and comforted in that vulnerable time by such preparations. At the memorial [...]
WE MOURN FOLLOWING A DEATH. Even the peace of those who have released their loved ones in faith is marked by the pain of loss. Thankfully, this grief is recognized and expected. This expectation helps us extend grace to folks who are struggling to function at all and to children who typically act out. Sadly, [...]
In 1946, twenty Japanese soldiers were living on the island of Corregidor near Manila Bay in an underground tunnel. Cut off from all communications, they focused on survival. One snuck out for water and happened upon a newspaper. He learned Japan had surrendered September 2, 1945. WWII was over! Such knowledge changed everything. He and his buddies [...]
By Ginny Rodriguez As many do, my husband Larry returned from a mission trip to El Salvador with stomach aches. How surprised we were to learn his ailment was not Montezuma’s revenge, but stage 4 colon cancer. My 70-year-old husband took the news with courage and made difficult decisions. LARRY'S 1ST DIFFICULT DECISION He asked [...]
