Anniversary of Dad's passing

Letter from mom:
Hi everyone,

I just wanted to share with you the beautiful Feast we had last night.

I dedicated this Feast to Jere since it was the eve of his passing. Interestingly at the last minute 15 more people arrived from the seminar they were having for coordinators of pre-youth groups. They came from Panama, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. They came full of songs and laughter and it was truly a special Feast in Jere's honor. I know he was happy - he loved big "booming" gatherings with the friends.

I had made dinner (Enchaladas, beans, mexican rice, salad and chocolate cake) planning it just for our community, but as is always the case the "bread" kept multiplying and everyone was fed with some left over. I'll send pictures later today.

Right now, I'm leaving with Marcos to see how we can transport the "lapida" for Dad's grave - It's sooooo beautiful.

And I just got word from Colin that Ilka is on her way to the hospital to deliver Sierra Leon [Ali's daughter!]. How interesting that today is the day that Dad left and it will be the day that his granddaughter arrives!

I know we will all be saying special prayers.

Love you all deeply,

Mom/Julie
[The marble headstone will be put in tomorrow after a final polishing, and a garden will be planted around the grave by the community]