A message from Fr John

Dear Friends

Good morning

Yesterday’s funeral was special - a loving tribute to a unique individual. I know all bereavements are unique; we all experience the loss and sadness in our own way, but it’s all the more difficult when the deceased is so young. Please keep Declan and all those who loved him in your prayers.

The opening prayer of the Funeral Service is very poignant and expresses our faith so clearly.

Lord our God

the death of our brother/sister N.

recalls our human condition

and the brevity of our lives on earth.

But for those who believe in your love

death is not the end,

nor does it destroy the bonds

that you forge in our lives.

We share the faith of your Son’s disciples

and the hope of the children of God.

Bring the light of Christ’s resurrection

to this time of testing and pain

as we pray for N. and for those who who love him/her

through Christ our Lord.

Amen

St Joseph, guardian of our youth, pray for us

Every blessing

Fr John