Congregation of United National methodist churc church. It is my privilege to welcome and introduce john obrien. On behalf of the family we would like to welcome everyone here today. First gratitude and appreciation and out pouring of love we have received over the last week the calls, cards, visits, flowers and food and condolences meant so much to us. Knowing a sense of loss was shared by so many. But its truly a comfort. Thank you. I want to thank those of you here today traveling from outside dc. It was especially appreciated especially if you came by greyhound bus. [laughter] and for those who could not be here in particular his older brother traveling to washington was not easy or possible that they are with us in spirit is enough for you to be grateful for your presence in our lives. With the enduring optimism that has been passed on to generations. Thank you. To acknowledge those thoughtful messages posted on various Media Outlets it has been incredibly touching. And those many
Help in our time of need. May the peace of god be with you all. Good afternoon. Friends, we have gathered together today to celebrate the life of jim lehrer and to offer comfort to his family who have called this church their home since 1977. On behalf of the congregation of National United Methodist Church, welcome. And its my privilege to welcome and to introduce john obrien. Good afternoon. On behalf of the family, i would like to welcome everyone here today. Id first like to express the family familys gratitude and appreciation for the outpouring of love and support that we have received over the last week. Your calls, your cards, the visits, your beautiful flowers, the food, your support and condolences have meant so much. Knowing the sense of loss is felt by so many relieves the burden and is truly a comfort. Thank you. I want to thank those of you who have traveled from outside d. C. Knowing that you dropped everything to be here with us to celebrate jims remarkable life is grea