*Loving, Compassionate God, we turn to you throughout our lives. For the seasons in our past that brought us joy, the seasons we deeply miss with longing in our heart, we offer our gratitude. May our memories be sources of comfort rather than pain. For the seasons in our past that are tender and painful, and for this holiday season that can feel overwhelming, we ask for your healing. Liberate our hearts, minds, and spirits from trauma, and let us bury what must be buried. For new beginnings that fill us with excitement, we give you praise. May we step into these new seasons with grace. For changing seasons that bring anxiety for what the future may hold, we ask for your peace. Fill us with hope, and help us navigate the way forward. Wellspring of Life, we offer you every part of ourselves: our grief, our pain, our joy, our anxiety, and our gratitude. We bring it all to you, for you are with us through it all. Even in the midst of our grief or sorrow or pain, we dare to trust in your faithfulness. We dare to trust in the Babe of Bethlehem, Emmanuel, God with us. Amen * In Christ, Pastor Ninabeth
United Methodist Church 99 Parish Drive Wayne, NJ 07470 973-694-3260
News of the passing of Margaret Krum
Dear UMC in Wayne, It is with sadness that we announce that Margaret Krum has joined the communion of Saints. She passed away suddenly after enjoying Christmas with her family and friends. There will be a viewing on Friday evening from 5pm – 8pm at the Keri-Lozito funeral Home in Lincoln Park. A grave side service will be held on Saturday at the Laurel Grove Cemetery in Totowa.
