A Heartbeat from the Pastor’s Heart
In Memory of Little Arthur Alexander
Church family,
With heavy hearts, we share that after just a few sacred hours of life here on earth, little Arthur Alexander Almand was gently called to Heaven. Though his time with us was brief, his impact will live forever in the hearts of those who prayed, wept, and hoped with all their might.
We do not sorrow as those who have no hope, but we do grieve—with a holy ache and the assurance that Arthur is now whole, held in the arms of Jesus. As a church, we prayed earnestly for a miracle. And though we did not see the answer in the way we hoped, we must never doubt the power of prayer. Prayer is not just about outcomes—it’s about surrender. It shapes us, humbles us, and aligns us with the will of God, which is always perfect.
In moments like these, I’m reminded of King David. When his child was gravely ill, David fasted and prayed fervently. But when the child passed, David got up, worshiped, and said, “Can I bring him back again? I shall go to him, but he shall not return to me” (2 Samuel 12:23, KJV). That is the confidence of a heart anchored in eternity. Arthur did not lose his life—he fulfilled the number of days God appointed, and now he waits for the reunion we will all share one day in glory.
To Alex and Sadie, words feel insufficient. But this church stands with you, weeps with you, and will love you like never before. You are not alone. You have carried this with faith and grace beyond words, and we are praying for you now more than ever.
Let us, church, press even deeper in prayer—not less, but more. Not with doubt, but with trust. Not with resignation, but with reverence for the will of God. And let us wrap this precious family in the kind of love that keeps showing up—long after the flowers have wilted and the crowd has gone quiet.
Arthur’s life, though brief, was not in vain. He has left a legacy that calls us to deeper faith, greater compassion, and an eternal perspective.
With all my heart,
Pastor