The Mourning Temple

09-04-2009 Friday

It has been three days since the news about our dearly beloved Ka Erdy broke out and it seemed like everyone from the media to the politicians are attracted to the Central temple like bees swarming over a pot of sweet honey. It's part of the headlines in newspapers, radio, TV, and even conversations of ordinary people that I happen to overhear anywhere. Yep, the news shocked us, while the others are simply hooked into it or maybe most people will talk about it but eventually lose interest

Whenever I go to work, I'm sure to pass by Central since my work place is located in Quezon City. On an ordinary night, Central is a quiet place of worship service with it's towers glistening against the dark night as vehicles of all kinds cruise along the highway below. This night, however, is no ordinary night, with all the cars, motorcycles, vans, buses, etc. parked everywhere on the side of the highway, and people walking around the temple with grief stricken faces. A big screen is mounted a few feet high above the ground, held by pointed steels, so that people who aren't inside the Temple yet can view what's going on with the public viewing. Everytime I pass by that big screen, I would see people who get to view Ka Erdy for the last time and even though the faces aren't clear, I can see them wiping their eyes or waving goodbye or simply praying silently as they walk.

I can't wait to have my day off so I can also get the chance to see Ka Erdy and maybe, thank him in silence for everything he has done. Looking back at how he made INC what it is now with the help of God, it is hard to believe how one simple man can do it all. He may have left us but he left us strong and yearning for salvation. It is heartbreaking and it will take awhile for us to get used to the fact that he's gone but right now, all we have is each other, God and our faith. That's enough to help us get through. Besides, this separation is only for now. I know...and every INC knows that we will all meet again.

Labels: church, INC, Ka Erdie, pink crimson, salvation

posted by Monica-Lynne @ 11:21 PM