ABT Synod - Those Who Mourn
Norman Olson
November 3, 2022
The following notification is being sent from the Synod office on behalf of Bishop Larry. Together, as a Synod family, we are called to uphold in prayer family and friends who mourn the death of loved ones.
I invite your prayers for Deacon Margaret Olson (retired, Edmonton), along with family and friends who mourn the death of Margaret's husband. Norman died peacefully in his sleep last night, after an 18 year battle with cancer, and 3 years suffering from dementia.
Perhaps the following might guide our prayer:
"Almighty God, we give you heartfelt thanks for the grace you have granted to Norman and to all who have finished their course in faith and who now rest from their labours. Raise us with them from death to life, that when we die we may rest in our Redeemer, receive the inheritance prepared for us from the beginning of the world, and find perfect fulfillment and joy in your everlasting glory; through Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord. Amen." (EvLW: Occasional Services for the Assembly, page 352)
"Most merciful God, whose wisdom is beyond our understanding, deal graciously with Margaret in her grief. Surround her with your love, that she may not be overwhelmed by her loss, but have confidence in your goodness, and strength to meet the days to come; through Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord. Amen." (EvLW: Occasional Services for the Assembly, page 351)
"Compassionate God, give courage and faith to all who mourn, that they may have strength to meet the days ahead with steadfastness and patience; not as those who are without hope, but in thankful remembrance of your great goodness, and in the joyful expectation of eternal life in your presence, with those they love; through Jesus Christ, our Saviour and Lord. Amen." (EvLW: Occasional Services for the Assembly, page 351)
Blessings,
Marla
Office Administrator
Synod of Alberta and the Territories
