You never know the day.......
It was in the middle of the conference and I was giving a speach about God's creation and our sacred task of aministering Mother Earth. My power point presentaion showed a photo from Lindisfarne and the thin film between us and heaven when I heard my mobil phone getting busy in my small purse. The sound set to reach my ears only.
I tried to overhear it, but the phone kept on, and as soon as my powerpoint presentation was over I passed the word to a friend of mine: "Berit, can you please tell us about the Lutheran World Foundation and it's General Assembly coming up in 2010. I know the theme they have set for this assembly is very interesting for what we are discussing here today". I slipped out of the room to check my phone - My father was sent to hospital.
I felt my word come to an abrupt halt there and then, my autopilot taking over.
Somehow I managed to finish the speech, and then decided to tell why I had left the room. Silence. Then one lady raised her arm. "I want all of us to gather now in a prayer for Britt-Arnhild's father and her family". The others agreed. "Dear God. You know what has happen today. You know Britt-Arnhild's father and what he is going through. We pray that you keep him in your loving, healing hands. AMEN"
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A thin moment happened there and then. God's presence was close. We all felt his blessings.
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I've been to the hospital to visit my father. They are doing all kinds of checks, but he seems to be doing fine. My prayers continue.
Photos: Nidaros Cathedral
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I also got another call during the conference. The main radio station here in Norway called to ask me a few questions about my book. My mind was not present, so I politely asked the woman to call back tomorrow. Now I am crossing my fingers that she really does..........
I will pray for your dad, too.
Peace,
Laura
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Thanks dear Laura.
Posted by: Laura | February 12, 2008 at 08:35 PM
Oh Britt, I echo the prayers for your father. And may you be comforted by God's loving presence.
Posted by: Lorrie | February 12, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear this, I hope it will all go well. I'm thinking of you!
Posted by: ilva | February 12, 2008 at 09:41 PM
Prayers for you and your dad.
Posted by: Mike | February 12, 2008 at 09:45 PM
Holding thoughts of your father and you in my heart, Dear Britt-Arnhild.
The power of your prayer wll lift him up.
Posted by: Roz CawleyR | February 12, 2008 at 10:27 PM
You your family and your father are in my thoughts.
Posted by: Mary osborn | February 12, 2008 at 10:35 PM
You and your family are in my heart and in my prayers. Please keep us updated on how he is doing as you are able to...
Great Big Hugs,
Posted by: Jo | February 12, 2008 at 11:08 PM
Thinking of you and your family. I hope things go well and your Father returns home soon.
Darla
Posted by: Darla | February 12, 2008 at 11:36 PM
You'll all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Marit | February 12, 2008 at 11:51 PM
Dear Britt,
Surrounding you father, you and your family with prayers of peace!
xo
Constance
Posted by: rochambeau | February 12, 2008 at 11:55 PM
I will say a prayer for your Father too Britt Arnhild. I hope he is okay..?
xx
Posted by: Sheila | February 13, 2008 at 12:55 AM
I am praying for your father. God bless.
Posted by: Mary Ellen | February 13, 2008 at 02:45 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Posted by: Terri | February 13, 2008 at 03:54 AM
You and your family are in my prayers, too.
Paz
Posted by: Paz | February 13, 2008 at 04:20 AM
I hope all goes well for your father...
It was very touching to read how people shared your time of distress, I hope you found comfort in that and in your prayers.
Posted by: Perroula | February 13, 2008 at 08:53 AM
thinking of your whole family and saying a prayer
Posted by: janice | February 13, 2008 at 09:42 AM
Sending my thoughts and well wishes to your Father and your family.May you find comfort in knowing that we are thinking of you.
xo Susan
Posted by: Miss Maddie's | February 13, 2008 at 03:53 PM
Praying for you and your father!
I have been reading your posts for Lent...and enjoy looking at your new book too!
Posted by: lila | February 13, 2008 at 04:12 PM
Prayers from here, too.
Posted by: Agnes | February 13, 2008 at 04:59 PM
I send my love and prayers to your father and to you and your family... I am keeping you all in my heart, my dear friend.
Posted by: gretchen | February 13, 2008 at 05:53 PM
Sending warm thoughts and trusting all will be well.
Posted by: Gill | February 13, 2008 at 06:27 PM
Prayers and thoughts of light and love for your father and you and your family. How lovely--the group prayer for your father. Blessings, Suki
Posted by: | February 13, 2008 at 07:02 PM
Sorry about you father. It is hard, I understand. You, your family and dad are in my prayers.
Posted by: Lenka | February 13, 2008 at 07:58 PM
Prayers are definitely on the wing. May His healing wings unfold you and your family close...
Healing Week,
Wendy
Posted by: wendy | February 13, 2008 at 10:00 PM
ps Your book looks absolutely beautiful : )
Posted by: | February 13, 2008 at 10:01 PM
ps I know this i smaller focus right now, but i just wanted to say that looks absolutely beautiful! : )
Posted by: wendy | February 13, 2008 at 10:02 PM
I'm praying that your father gets well quickly.
Posted by: Rondi | February 14, 2008 at 02:01 AM
Sending positive thoughts to your Father !
~Christine :)
Posted by: Christine | February 14, 2008 at 02:43 AM