Celebration of the Life of Sierra Lin Fauver
(August 5, 19890-March 4, 2007)
The service opened with a welcome from Pastor Bob Yoder from her home church, Sharon Mennonite Church. After sharing a prayer and singing, "Amazing Grace," one part of the hynm caught my attention, "Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved." I wonder what the lyricist meant by those words. I'd like to hear your thoughts.
A series of musical tributes continued the celebration, I really liked how the tribute by Joanna Marshall was read with the background song, "Stairway to heaven." I did not get a copy of the words. I wonder if someone does and could post them for all to see.
Both songs sung next (Tears in Heaven, The Anchor Holds) were comforting to me. I wonder what words spoke to you or what thoughts came to your mind during the songs. The words, "I must be strong, and carry one," spoke to me. And "The anchor holds in spite of the storm," were more words to help me.
Next Susan Tracy shared a poem Sierra's mom recited over the past few days. I did not get a copy of the poem. I wonder if someone could track it down online and submit a link to the poem. I'd like to reflect on how that comforted her mom, Theresa.
At one point in the service I had a hard time concentrating when one of the eulogizers said this sentence; "She was not meant to die, but she did." I found it hard to move on and to track with her remarks. I wonder if you felt like I did--I felt initially that it was out of place, but now I don't know. Anyways, I wonder if you heard those words, what did you feel.
Another poignant moment was to consider what Sierra would say as advice to you. I wonder if you considered what she might say to you. Let me know your thoughts.
In his homily Pastor Bob challenged us to acknowledge our anger and frustration but to not lose hope in God. He encouraged everyone to express our mourning, questions, and tears. He warned of shutting them up inside. That is why I created some space for you to join this conversation. I need to go, but I trust you can add to the conversation your thoughts and feelings.
Pastor D
(August 5, 19890-March 4, 2007)
The service opened with a welcome from Pastor Bob Yoder from her home church, Sharon Mennonite Church. After sharing a prayer and singing, "Amazing Grace," one part of the hynm caught my attention, "Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace my fears relieved." I wonder what the lyricist meant by those words. I'd like to hear your thoughts.
A series of musical tributes continued the celebration, I really liked how the tribute by Joanna Marshall was read with the background song, "Stairway to heaven." I did not get a copy of the words. I wonder if someone does and could post them for all to see.
Both songs sung next (Tears in Heaven, The Anchor Holds) were comforting to me. I wonder what words spoke to you or what thoughts came to your mind during the songs. The words, "I must be strong, and carry one," spoke to me. And "The anchor holds in spite of the storm," were more words to help me.
Next Susan Tracy shared a poem Sierra's mom recited over the past few days. I did not get a copy of the poem. I wonder if someone could track it down online and submit a link to the poem. I'd like to reflect on how that comforted her mom, Theresa.
At one point in the service I had a hard time concentrating when one of the eulogizers said this sentence; "She was not meant to die, but she did." I found it hard to move on and to track with her remarks. I wonder if you felt like I did--I felt initially that it was out of place, but now I don't know. Anyways, I wonder if you heard those words, what did you feel.
Another poignant moment was to consider what Sierra would say as advice to you. I wonder if you considered what she might say to you. Let me know your thoughts.
In his homily Pastor Bob challenged us to acknowledge our anger and frustration but to not lose hope in God. He encouraged everyone to express our mourning, questions, and tears. He warned of shutting them up inside. That is why I created some space for you to join this conversation. I need to go, but I trust you can add to the conversation your thoughts and feelings.
Pastor D
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