Christmas Greetings from Shoobridge Funeral Services - 2016
Christmas Greetings from Shoobridge Funeral Services - 2016 It is truly hard to send 'best wishes' to our clients, past and present at any time but it is particularly difficult at Christmas. Christmas, as we know celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ. Amongst Christians, the importance of this event is both without question and also, a matter of debate. To qualify this statement involves the inclusion of Easter and the crucifixion of Jesus. Which of the two events is the most important IS the debate and an instance I experienced comes to mind. Offering a 24-hour service restricts Bank Holiday planning for many vital services, none more than those we offer. As such, I was called to a family some years ago to deal with the passing of a male, over the Easter period. With true feeling, I was empathetic to the family who surprised me with ‘Alleluias’ and praise and I was cordially invited to join them in prayers of thanksgiving. Somewhat puzz