It was with great sadness that my family and I said goodbye to our Opa, Ludwig Eck, on Saturday, February 13th. Planning a funeral from a distance was difficult, but as we gathered online, we celebrated the story of his life.
Read MoreMy family and I experienced both birth and death during this COVID-19 pandemic. While the experiences were vastly different, both solidified for me the importance of relationships and community.
Read MoreI lost my Grandma a week ago. Elaine Zehr will always be remembered for her loving spirit and contagious laugh. May she rest in peace and may God grant us comfort as we journey on without her.
Read MoreA couple of funeral directors told me that approximately 1/3 of the families they deal with decide not to have any kind of service for their deceased loved ones. It seems we’ve become increasingly apprehensive when it comes to the topic of death, but we need to learn to talk about it.
Read MoreRemember you will die. That’s not the most uplifting beginning, but it is profoundly Christian. It’s the reminder we need to focus our priorities on what’s really important. That’s what Ash Wednesday is all about.
Read MoreI lost two friends this week. They taught me so much in life, especially about faith in God and love for the Church. In their dying they also taught me the importance of living well and focusing on what’s most important.
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