Ryan Christopher Matthew Barrett
May 11, 1995 – August 14, 2
“Well, your child may have departed from you, but he has gone to Christ the Lord. For you his eyes have been shut, but they are opened to the eternal light: he is gone from your table, but is now added to the table of angels. The plant was uprooted from here, but planted in paradise . From the earthly kingdom he was transferred to the heavenly kingdom. You see what was exchanged for what. Are you sad because you no longer see the beauty of the face of your child? But this happens, because you do not see the real beauty of the soul with which he rejoices in the heavenly feast. How beautiful indeed is the eye that sees God! How sweet indeed is the mouth that is adorned with divine melodies!” St. Gregory of Nyssa from A Homily of Consolation Concerning Pulcheria
Hugs and prayers for all of you, especially today, Mary Ellen.
You don’t personally know me, Mary Ellen, but I’ve prayed for you throughout these years of your suffering and joy. I first met you upon the news of your son’s rebirth. How my heart hurt for your family. We have 7 beautiful children and two in heaven cheering and praying us on towards our goal. Know you’re not alone and that your Ryan is at the Comtinual High Feast with all our saints and angels! Did he love to sing? You bet he’s glorifying right now!
Just wanted to finally introduce myself.
Love and continued prayers through my Beautiful Mother,
Marika
Thank you for your prayers and kindness Marika!
I can clearly remember that bright face. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you Loretta.
PRAYING for the family…especially Ryan’s Mommy!
Thank you very much!
Wondering what kind of rejoicing and celebrating happens in Heaven on the Feast of the Assumption! One day may we all be joyfully living together!