The Last Journey

Thoughts on leaving home for my aunt's funeral

Today is a journey

one that seems fitting

on this 3rd day of Holy Week.

Today is a journey

one that is through and to

a place of memories.

Today is a journey

route planned

tyre pressures checked.

Today is a journey

shoes polished

tissues packed in pockets.

Today is a journey

of tears and laughter

of meeting and farewell.

Today is a journey

there will be words

of death and resurrection.

Today is a journey

of grief and hope

that will be shared.

Today is a journey

Elizabeth has made

her last journey.

Prayer from Common Worship Funeral Service

Support us, O Lord,

all the day long of this troublous life

until the shadows lengthen and the evening comes,

the busy world is hushed,

the fever of life is over

and our work is done.

Then, Lord, in your mercy grant us a safe lodging,

a holy rest, and peace at the last;

through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

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