When we sing in worship more is happening than what we often imagine. We are proclaiming our faith through the lyrics, moved by God through the melodies, and touched by the Holy Spirit through our participation.

Complications occur when a death is out of order.  We will examine why death out of order is so difficult, how we can comfort our loved ones who have experienced an unexpected loss, and the source of hope we can offer.

Jesus knew what it was to grieve. When His dear friend Lazarus died Jesus entered into the grief of the community when He cried with them. Jesus knew grief and He is there with us in our grief.

"Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

Persecuted for Righteousness 

Persecuted for Righteousness

Blessed Are You Persecuted

Blessed Are The Persecuted

The Blessing No One Wants.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.