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Heavenly Father, we return to give thanks for the joy of Elijah's visitation upon this earth. Only You, O God, know the reason for the shortness of his life and only You, O God, can touch the unreachable depths of grief in the hearts of his parents and family and friends. Sustain his beloved Mom and Dad that they not be crushed under the weight of deepest despair ... fill their empty arms with the love and comfort of those who minister during this dark time ... be the Love Song that sings them to sleep, as they would do for their beloved babe. You are the Creator of Life, and at Your Word, we return from whence we came. In tears and in sorrow, with absolutely no understanding, we say, Blessed be the Name of the Lord. Amen ...