Why does music do what it does? For the last several days I have been in an especially reflective state. On Sept. 17 a very good friend was killed in an auto accident. In my career as a minister, I have cared for many hundreds of funerals, memorials and life celebrations. There is no joy in this special responsibility of a parish minister. Never-the-less every one of these occasions has been a privilege. My life is richer because of the experiences. |