In Passing

These are tumultuous times.  The lives of more than 80 law enforcement officers this year alone, have been taken from us in the line of duty. There are those who have lost their life as victims of criminal activity. And just as tragic, criminal activity has taken the lives of those engaged in it. And to those who have sacrificed their lives in service to God and country...our condolences offered with many thanks.

Every passing has its own story, and has left an impact in the lives of those around them. It doesn't matter the reason...dealing with loss is difficult. And my prayers are with the church family who lost mom just 2 days ago. I'm glad communities come together at times like this...I'm sad they don't seem to come together as much when not over such circumstances.

I heard this the other day...If you'd fly cross-country to mourn the loss of a life, why don't you fly cross-country to share life while they are living? Send flowers, send a note, meet for coffee...don't wait for the funeral to share your gratitude and prayers for those whom you care.

Pray, this #communitySaturday, may the church make every effort to share life...with other believers, with those who don't believe; with those who serve; with those whose decisions negatively impact society. May we not only share life, but Life - the truth of who God is and what Christ did for us all. Unlikely we see in our world, Christ doesn't pick which life to use as an example of importance, that we should look up to or remember. Christ love the world and he reached out to every member of His community. Pray the church follows his example; to reach our world for the glory of God...

if every life is worth mourning over their death, then every life is worth sharing while they have breath.

-PNC

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