Queen's State Funeral

 

'Go Forth, O Christian Soul, from This World' – State Funeral Underlines Queen's Faith          by Jack Montgomery  (London)  The State Funeral for Queen Elizabeth II once again highlighted the deep faith of the monarch, who was scrupulous in keeping her political and social beliefs to herself—but did not shy from sharing her belief in Christ .  "Let us give thanks to God for Queen Elizabeth's long life and reign, recalling with gratitude her gifts of wisdom, diligence, and service," said the Reverend Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, during the prayers.  "God, from Whom cometh everything that is upright and true: accept our thanks for the gifts of heart and mind that Thou didst bestow upon thy daughter Elizabeth, and which she showed forth among us in her words and deeds; and grant that we may have grace to live our lives in accordance with Thy will, to seek the good of others, and to remain faithful servants unto our lives' end; through Jesus Christ our Lord." May the faith that was so eloquently proclaimed throughout her majesty's funeral touch many hearts and minds around the world.  May darkness be overcome by the light of the truth that was shared.  May many lost come to salvation because her faith was boldly proclaimed as she was brought to her final place of rest.