Saint Athanasius Lutheran Church

In this episode, I reflect on the life and faith of Carris, a beloved member of our church who recently joined that great multitude in heaven. Though his earthly life ended, Carris was prepared—clothed in Christ from baptism, praising God with his voice and life until the very end. What comfort and confidence we have knowing that, just as Jesus kept every promise to Carris, He will keep them for us too. Carris didn’t just believe in a Savior—he believed in the Savior who conquered death through the cross. Even as his body weakened, his faith grew strong, nourished by Jesus’ Word and Sacrament. We grieve, but we rejoice too—because for Carris, to die was gain. And in Jesus, the same promise of life is ours.