Ace T.J. Webster

Father in Heaven,

Thank you for the precious gift of children, especially Baby Ace, whom You blessed with life as a beautiful expression of love between Jerry and Emmalee. I thank you for the joy, hope, and love he brought into their lives-the joy of discovering they were expecting, the joy of hearing his heartbeat, and the joy of seeing his first ultrasound. The joy and excitement his mother felt as she experienced his tiny kicks in her belly, the hope they shared in preparing for his arrival, and the hope of seeing his face, despite the pain of childbirth. And the immense love felt between a husband and wife when they laid eyes on their child for the first time. What a profound love You reveal, Lord, through the gift of life and the beauty that comes even through suffering.

Thank You for the time his parents and family were given to cherish him-to see his eyes, hear his cries, hold his little hand, and rock him gently to sleep. These moments, though brief, are treasured memories of their beautiful baby. While sorrow and grief weigh heavily now, I ask that You remind them of the immense joy Ace brought into their lives. His presence was and is a reflection of Heaven´s love and goodness. He was created in love, carried love, left love behind, and continues to live in love. Death cannot separate us from love.

Ace now goes before us, interceding alongside Jesus, waiting for the day his family will be reunited with him in the fullness of Your glory. Lord, I ask that You pour out Your comfort upon Jerry, Emmalee, and their loved ones. May the embrace of Your Son, the gentle presence of Mother Mary, and the prayers of all the saints and angels surround them. Please grant them glimpses of Ace´s joyful face in Heaven, reassuring them of his eternal peace.

Draw us closer to You, Lord. Help us to surrender our sorrow so that You may fill us with Your abundant love. Thank You for the privilege of coming before Your throne with our hearts laid bare.

In Jesus´ name, Amen.