Dear brothers and sisters at Messiah,
Our sister in Christ Gina Griffis was called home to be with our Lord on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, at the age of 62, following an extended bout with cancer. Gina, her husband Rich, and their children Megan & Mitch became members of Messiah in 1996. Throughout her years at Messiah, Gina was faithful in worship and Bible study and active in the areas of outreach, education and youth ministry.
We mourn Gina's passing with Rich, Megan, Mitch and all of her family and friends. But we also rejoice that Gina is free from her earthly sufferings, and is now in the presence of her Savior Jesus Christ, awaiting the resurrection of the body on the last day.
Visitation for Gina will be held at Messiah on Friday, December 13th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Gina's funeral service will be held at Messiah on Saturday, December 14th at 11:00 am, with visitation beforehand at 10:00 am and a luncheon following the service. Click here to view Gina's complete obituary.
Please keep all those who knew and loved Gina in your prayers in the coming days; feel free to use the prayer below as a model.
Lord God, maker of heaven and earth and giver of life, we thank You for all the mercies You granted to our sister Gina during her earthly life, especially for calling her to faith in Jesus Christ. Comfort all the survivors who mourn Gina's death with the hope of the glorious resurrection and a joyful reunion in heaven. Keep us mindful that we are mortal so that we will ever be prepared to die in the faith and finally receive the glory promised to all who trust in Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
Yours in Him,
Pastor Eric Black & Rick Krueger
Messiah Lutheran Church
Gina Griffis, 1962-2024
