Our beloved sister has made a very hard choice. We affirm her and support her in her decision. We promise to stand with her in her ongoing life Blessed are you, Holy One, for your presence with her. Choose a poem, reading, or scripture verse that captures the message of the liturgy. As a sign of our affirmation of you and of your choice, we give you this bowl and this oil.
Oil soothes the bones that are weary from making a difficult decision.
Oil strengthens and heals. We bless you with this oil. When times are difficult and such days come to each of us look at this bowl and remember our love for you. A blessing song like the following closes the liturgy. And winds to speak your name.