Eternal glory, Earthly Sadness

I received news on Sunday that my friend Gina's oldest son, Nick, had passed away suddenly on Saturday night due to an accident. He was 20. I can't imagine what it must be like to have to bury your child. As parents, we think that our children will outlive us, but for some, that isn't so. As a mother, I am so saddened to think of the sadness that must come when you have to bury the child that you bonded with before they were even born. The bonds that have grown through watching them go through the changes in life - and eventually growing wings and flying away.

Yet I also know that God doesn't make any mistakes. That all of our times are in His hands. What a comfort that is for those who know the Lord.

I didn't know Nick but from reading Gina's blog (see link on sidebar) I know that he was a fun and giving person. And even in death, he is still giving. Doctor's say that Nick was able to help approximately 75 people with his organ and tissue donations! Amazing! So there are some very happy families out there who received word that an organ or tissue donation has been found for them! And I'm sure that they also felt sadness, knowing that they were given a new lease on life due to an unselfish family who allowed this incredible gift.

Please pray for Gina and her family as they grieve their loss. Please pray for them as they prepare for a memorial service. I wish that I could give Gina a real hug, but virtual hugs will have do to. We're praying for you & your family Gina. May God bless and comfort you in this time. ((( hugs )))

Kathy is in heaven now

Just wanted to tell you that our friend, Kathy (see July, 2006 - "A Short Chapter to Eternal Life'), passed away this past Saturday - September 16. She leaves behind a 12 yo. daughter and husband. Please keep them in your prayers. Kathy's pain is over, but she leaves behind a void in the lives of those closest to her. I am thankful that she loved and served the Lord and is now with Him.

Kathy's memorial photos: http://www.mem.com/movie/MovingMemories.asp?ID=1517333&mm=0

Snug Harbour Community Church - Parry Sound, Ontario

This is the church that we go to when we're on holidays near Parry Sound, Ontario. It is located on Hwy. 559 near Killbear Provincial Park and although it is a small church, we have enjoyed the services there. We planned to visit them again last week when we were away but we couldn't find any information (service times) on the internet so I thought I'd add that info here.

Services are at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Join me? 31 Days of Prayer

I'm inviting you to join me in this - 31 days of prayer for your husband, father, son, son-in-laws (or the ones 'to-be!') - the men in our lives!!! May God raise a Godly generation of men - and leaders for our homes and families! Of course this is something that we should be doing all the time - but a special time of concentrated prayer is a wonderful idea!!

http://riverbend-ramblings.blogspot.com/2006/08/31-days-of-prayer-for-your-husband.html