Yesterday, May 10, I found out that a well beloved doctor in the community died. She was an Episcopalian, though not active recently. I talked with her ex-husband, Ernie, and it was an interesting conversation. He would be okay with having her service through Good Shepherd, but advised me that their daughter, Laura, is very adamant against religion and this would affect whatever plans would be made. He was soon to drive to Laramie to get Laura.
When I looked at my planner, I found that this is the weekend of our Bishop Search Committee retreat, and Cliff offered his help and support in any way needed. This morning, Ernie called to say that Laura continues to be against any church service - 'she doesn't want any priest who doesn't know Mom to get up and say something about her'. I told Ernie that this is definitely okay with me - to honor Laura's wishes. I also told him that Cliff and I are available to him, however he would need us. I told him, as well, that Damon is most helpful.
Ernie shared that as the ex-husband, he has no legal standing during this time - I said his 'job' right now is the standing he has with the 'kids' as their father. There is a woman, Karla, who has been a dear friend of Jeri's, and she has somewhat taken over and has said that plans will be made tonight when both Laura and Ethan are home - and that Ernie is welcome to be there. He feels that he won't be welcome to make many suggestions - if any at all.
The family is in my prayers.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
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