Pastor's Blog

This has been a difficult day for me in several ways with the worst of it being my receiving the news from Lisa this morning that Joshua Heacock passed away.  Josh was 21 years old (one month away from his 22nd birthday) and was an active member of our Sunday School class.  He always attended the 8:00AM worship service.  Folks, I am reeling on this one!

I was in the passport agency office in New Orleans when Lisa reached me with the news.  Then I find out that we did not have the proper documentation in order for Hien to receive her USA passport.  Levi Seymour was getting his too and that was going well.  The decision was made for me to head toward Grand Bay while Deidra headed toward Louisiana.  I am grateful for Deidra’s willingness to help me out!  I had one hour and forty five minutes to drive in the rain and get back for the next (and final) appointment for the day.  Got back with exactly about minus five minutes to spare.  Both passports were secured and now we hope Clara and crew do their job!  (Hien’s original certificate of naturalization is in that envelope and that cannot be lost!)

It continued to “rain on my parade” when I got home but I cannot share those details.  My heart was heavy as I visited with Josh’s aunt & uncle whom he lived with.

I am numb emotionally.  I am human.  I am honored to share at Joshua’s funeral but I so do not look forward to it!  All prayers are appreciated!