May 19, 2026

This Sunday in church we will honor and remember the fallen — those who died … making the ultimate sacrifice for our country. This morning, it feels good to pray. “The knock on the door, and words you never wanted to hear: your loved one has died in combat, in service to our country. I see the line-after-line of white tombstones at our national cemetery, with the names of those who have served and sacrificed. Flanders field so long ago. An aging veteran on the corner —- giving poppies away, so we never forget to honor the fallen. From the veterans home in Manteno … to Arlington and Abraham Lincoln National: sacred places of remembrance and sacrifice. Lord — your son died for us. Soldiers have died for what they believe in. I haven’t made that kind of sacrifice. But in honor of them and in memory of them: I can dig deep. Deep within my own soul and give unto others with “reckless abandon and sacrifice.” Yes — giving back for what I have been given. Sharing and reaching out … honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. We pray. We worship. We remember. Help us, Lord, to make a difference. It’s what we are called to do. Amen.” Love and peace to all —- Don