Bible Verse of the Month
I bring you good tidings of great joy,
which shall be to all people.
For unto you is born this day
in the city of David a Savior,
which is Christ the Lord.
Luke 2:10-11
No Tree of Remembrance service this year
Sadly, another popular holiday tradition must be sidelined this year.
Due to the many restrictions currently placed on citizens because of the existence of Covid-19, we have concluded that it would not be reasonable to offer the communities we serve our annual Tree of Remembrance service this year. We are very, very sad that we must cancel this uplifting annual tradition.
The Tree of Remembrance service has steadily grown in participation since its first year, and we profoundly apologize to everyone who was looking forward to joining with their friends and families for this year’s glorious in-person tradition. We are wholly committed to bringing back this wonderful holiday event next year, and hope to see you there.
GOOD NEWS
As in previous years, folks are welcome to bring an ornament to the funeral home and hang it on one of our trees in the entry. We heartily encourage this form of participation and expect many will get to see, enjoy and take comfort from the ornaments which are hung in remembrance.
Helping Others Really Helps!
A wonderful way to cheer up during the holidays is to help those who are less fortunate. Do some holiday volunteer work or drop off some holiday food at one or two of the local places that serve people and families in need. It’s a very powerful remedy for the holiday blues that can sometimes strike any of us. When you donate a turkey to the soup kitchen, you’ll immediately feel good inside – and you will have helped a neighbor have a happier holiday. And – the good feelings will last forever!
Helping children cope with a death
The loss of a loved one can be especially hard on children, because it’s probably the first time they’ve experienced these feelings. You’ll play a large part in helping them deal with their grief.
Use clear and honest words. Be as clear as possible when speaking to a child. They’re probably struggling to understand what’s happening, so being open will help them process what’s going on.
Listen to their concerns and questions. Make sure you answer any questions they have, and let the child know it’s perfectly normal to feel the way they do.
Explain funerals. There’s a good chance a child won’t know what a funeral is. If you want them to go, give them a description of why it happens, and what to expect on the day.
Help them remember the person. Talking about memories of a lost loved one can be helpful to children. This positive energy is therapeutic and may help them battle through the worst of what they’re experiencing.
Do things to keep their minds active. Keep a child happy and distracted with activities such as family days out. Sitting inside for too long won’t help anyone.
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A Beautiful Sentiment
Time cannot steal the treasures
that we carry in our hearts.
Nor ever dim the shining thoughts
our cherished past imparts.
For the memories of the ones
we loved still cast a gentle glow,
to grace our days and light our paths,
wherever we may go
