Today, right after I got home from church, Ann and I were having a sandwich when the call we were expecting came. One of the girls I have in Youth Group had lost her mom.
The dad said to me, "We just lost Kim and Amanda needs a friend". I immediately went to be with the family. When I pulled into the driveway with Fr. David, we got out of the car and Amanda and her BFF (also Amanda) came down the driveway. Amanda came to me and wrapped her arms around me and held on.
Amid all of the sadness, stories by many different members of the family and the struggle by those left behind to cope, the Holy Spirit was present. You see, God was there and each person was grabbing hold; most without the realization of His presence.
The next several days will be most difficult for this family. However, I am sure that the hand of God will be over them and those around them.
Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to thy never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that thou art doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
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