Tuesday, June 30

Considering a Friend

Today I consider how to let go of a good friend ...

I remember the contagious way Gonzaga celebrated people, blessing those around him with a perennially buoyant and purposeful spirit. I am thankful for experiencing his advocacy in prayer - a powerful compassion for people coupled with a loving insistence to our living God. Today, my heart aches as I wish for the time to learn much more from him.

I celebrate his peace and joy at being home with the Lord and oddly am just a little jealous he beat me there. I will miss my friend in this life.

Reflecting on our time together, I would like to see his caring, infectious smile one more time ... and look forward to the day I will.

Jeff Burkebile
San Francisco, CA

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