The first funeral I ever officiated left an impression. It was a “Christian suicide.” While I am thankful for my seminary degrees, there are certain experiences no classroom will adequately prepare anyone for.
At 43, Kim was in the prime of her life and a devout Christian who regularly attended our church. She was married with four beautiful children, a lover of animals, and nominated by the local school district for Teacher of the Year, with 20 years of stellar performance. Kim struggled with chronic depression, and one day, she saw no way out and decided to take her own life.
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