Guest guest Posted May 27, 2002 Report Share Posted May 27, 2002 Recently we have seen a number of " angels " created in the passing of loved ones on the list. There have also been several verses offered by others. I would like to offer one presented at my Mother's funeral service thirty years ago which really moved our family. She had Parkinson's among other things. The author was unknown to the Minister who presented the verse. HOW BEAUTIFUL TO BE WITH GOD How beautiful to be with God, When earth is fading like a dream, And from this mist-encircled shore We launch upon an unknown stream. No doubt, no fear, no anxious care, But comforted by staff and rod, In the faith-brightened hour of Death How beautiful to be with God. Then let it fade, this dream on earth, When I have done my life work here, Or long, or short, as seemeth best-- What matters so God's Will appear. I will not fear to launch my bark, Upon the darkly rolling flood, 'Tis but to pierce the mist--and then How beautiful to be with God WAYSIDE ALTAR Sennewald Charlottesville, Virginia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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