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Paula C's avatar

Beautiful, so very beautiful. Thanks to my son's generosity, he gifted me a Holy Land Journey with you and Fran years ago. This encounter took me back to a time and place I shall never forget. Thank you for bringing forward a wonderful memory.

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David Roseberry's avatar

What year was your trip. Early on, right?

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Julie Ann B's avatar

What a beautiful and heartwarming story, David. Having been with you in Israel and on the Sea of Galilee, I can picture it all. It must have been such a profound experience that no one on that boat will ever forget. The respect for a life that was well lived, the sorrow of that mom and her son in letting go of the remains of her husband and his dad, but the joy and reassurance of the eternal life after our time on earth has ended; it touched my heart deeply. Thank you for sharing.

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David Roseberry's avatar

It was an incredible experience. At the end, Jessie, her son, and I embraced. Not a dry eye!

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linda hughes's avatar

This was the most beautiful, serene, touching moment I ever experienced. It was so spiritual, deep and emotional. I feel so very privileged to of been there and share that moment with Jesse, her son and our Pilgrims group. Fr. David's words were perfect. I agree David, we left as different people than when we boarded that boat. And today was soothing to read those words again as I mourn several close losses recently. Thank you!

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Sandra Rogers May's avatar

What a moment David. One that all of us should attend and will in time. God’s words speak mountains and you always speak them well.

Thank you again🙏🏻

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David Roseberry's avatar

I will never forget the power of Paul's words to touch the human heart from a distance of 2000 years! Thanks for reading The Anglican.

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