October 6 -- We had our second butsudan-burning this year. That's the family altar to a deceased loved one that is kept in the home. Mrs. Matsunaga received one from her husband's family at some time in the past. The previous Friday she gave it to Henry after her Bible study in order for it to be burned. It is not a common thing in Japan to burn one's butsudan.
After the morning service Henry prepared the thing for demise. He said a short prayer then lit it (it was doused with kerosene for ease of burning). The entire church membership (about 14 or so) watched it burn. It was such a good thing to happen.
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| Mrs. Matsunaga and Miss Noseh |
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| The End - Praise the Lord! |
1 comment:
Amen! What a wonderful victory. I know it was a great blessing to your church family.
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