"...iron sharpens iron..."

"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another."

So, I did not intrude on their prayer. I just happened to be at the right place at the right time with my camera phone in my pocket. 8] As I snapped a couple shots, I overheard Liana pray for them both. It was such a sight to see because I saw peace and calmness through their prayer and for someone to portray this at their own mother's funeral is more than words could describe. For them to be there for each other in prayer was of utmost joy to my heart.

They are both strong women and both exemplify such great strength and wisdom amongst all this that I know Auntie Agnes is smiling so proudly from heaven. She has raised such godly young ladies and as I read their blogs and listen to them talk I feel a great deal of Auntie Agnes through them. They have enveloped her character and her wisdom. She must be so proud of her daughters.

Auntie Agnes was THE virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31 and I have no doubt in my mind that her daughters will be the same. 8]

God bless

-Harold

Celebrating the Life of Agnes Seisa.

This weekend was a life CHANGING experience. Being around the youth again, rededicating, singing worship for the first time... it really brought me back to my true self and true love for God by honoring Auntie Agnes. She along with her family have inspired me in countless ways, that allowed me to return back to Sacramento changed. The presence of God was so strong and everyone's spirit was uplifting. People were even saved at the services as well! Auntie Agnes is STILL accomplishing her mission. This weekend brought me a lot closer to Uncle Dennis, Intersection, The Seisa Family and Friends and most definitely GOD. I am very thankful... Though we have come together on a sad occasion, we REJOICE for we know she is with the Lord. I hope I can speak for many when I say that we've all returned home INSPIRED.

EXPECT A MIRACLE. For Auntie Agnes and her effect on everyone is proof! God is truly at work.

Here are a few shots I had taken or have from this weekend.
- Chris

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Hello all!

I just wanted to let you know that if you'd like to contribute a post to this blog (a photo, your memories, your experience with my Mom, etc), please email your email address and I will invite you as an author OR email me your entry and I will post it here.

Remember, this blog really isn't about us. It's about the moments we created, the lessons we learned, the faith that has been strengthened, it's not just for this family, it's for you. So that everyone can be encouraged and edified. You need not know my Mom personally, but how has this impacted you? What's your experience? What has God done in your life because of knowing her? Do you have a favorite memory? Anything at all? As long as you keep it positive.

My email address is liana.seisa@gmail.com

THANK YOU. (:

Expect a miracle.

-Liana

Celebration • Day 2

"It's natural to grieve. It's supernatural to rejoice." ~Pastor Alois Ramos

Yes, we grieve. And we will grieve every time we remember her. The fruits of her labor for Christ is so evident. I loved hearing the testimonies of both the young and not so young. But one does not have to speak on the podium to know it. You see it. You hear it. You sense it. Thank you, Father, for such a wonderful friend in Agnes. We rejoice knowing that she is with you. I cannot wait to see her again.

It was another night of celebrating Agnes' life. And today we will say our final farewell. Service will be at the Tiffany Chapel (NOT at the Newall Chapel where the past 2 services were held). 

"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." ~Romans 8:28

Location for Saturday

The Tiffany Chapel

1370 El Camino Real
Colma, CA 94014

Celebration of Life Day 2

Today is Day 2 of the Celebration of the Life of my sister Agnes Fe. I have my nieces sleeping over with their friends and cousins. Sleeping bags, make-up bags, suitcases sprawled out on the living room floor and now worship music playing next door all honoring our sweet Agnes Fe. Thank you Lord for her life.....

:) Vern

Celebration • Day 1

What do I really want? I want to make the vision You gave me become a reality. My biggest fear is dying without my vision being fulfilled. ~Agnes (journal entry on 5.19.10) 

Agnes' mom & Dennis having some quiet moment with her earthly body just before the guests arrived 

 Daddy's little girl

 Friends like this old friend (not that he's old =.) started streaming in. (BoyNoel)

 I am so proud and SO blessed by these girls. Liana (c) and Desiree (r)

 Sisters ROCK!

 Another old friend (Gene)

 Kristie, one of the many nieces, who initially wrote on this blog about Agnes' medical condition, and just one of the many who helped Dennis with medical terms he couldn't even understand. I took care of her when she was little, then she took care of my kids when they were little. And when she has kids, my kids can take care of them. Cycle of life =.)

 Just some of the wonderful ATEs (até means older sister even tho' you're not related) from Faith Bible Church. They so stylin'

Young people are part of Agnes' & Dennis' life ministry. Ronnie (l) chewing away, John Paul (r)

(l) Jig - everyone knows him as the friendly mechanic; (r) Jerry, Dennis' brother in law. 

This is just a few snapshots I took last night. It has been a crazy month/week. I hope to see more friends tonight and tomorrow. It was so great to see a lot of "old" friends and meet new people from Agnes' different walks of life. This weekend is indeed a celebration. I say, we should celebrate more often.

Hope to post more photos later!

Have a glorious Friday. I will see some of you all weekend long. What a TREAT!

Hasta la vista,

~(auntie/ate) Christine

**See my latest post at Tumblr. I dare you (preferably, gentlemen) to do something about it.**

Sand.

Auntie,
          You've affected my life in so many positive ways and allowed me to see the true beauty in a single moment. You and your family are an inspiration to me and this blog entry I created was inspired by you.

 " I don't want to worry about the future anymore. I just want to make the most of each day. I need to enjoy THE moment. Life is Short." - Agnes Seisa.

A single grain of sand is just a speck to the human eye.
Though it is tiny, it holds value.
Every individual grain takes part of something so much larger than itself;
It creates hills, shores and beaches.
Without these grains of sand, there wouldn’t exist such beautiful things.

A moment in our lives is just like a simple grain of sand.
It’s just a minuscule portion of our entire lifetime to come.
At times, they may seem unimportant,
But one day, we will realize they are what mattered the most.

It’s not about Fame, Money or Power.
Life exists in the details; the moments.
Moments are the small things we may take for granted,
and don’t recognize until it’s no longer there.
A moment. Like a kiss, a hug, an opportunity, a tear, an experience.
Those are moments, for they pass.

An acceptance and openness to every moment in life is what makes life fulfilling.
Life certainly has its up and downs,
Sharp turns and surprises around each corner,
But we must make the best of every situation, every moment and every day.
’There’s a blessing in every lesson.’

Dwelling in a moment is not healthy.
Moments are meant to come and go,
while each serving a purpose.
You can’t hang onto them forever.
If it changes the momentum of your swing,
let it.

May we live in each moment and enjoy the present.
Accept all good and bad, for they maintain the balance of life.
Life will not always seem great.
There will be tough times, but even then those are truly valuable.
It’s through trial and tribulation do we discover who we truly are 
and what we are truly made of.
Do not get comfortable in happiness or grieve without end.
There will always be change.

Love everyone, never grow weary of doing good deeds, enjoy the good times,
find the beauty in struggle and always remain faithful.
All things and all paths happen and cross with and for a purpose.

Life is made up of all the little moments and how we deal with them.
Life is a gift, Life is fragile, and Life is short.

Let us appreciate the people and the small things in life;
before their tomorrow is taken away.

—- Ephesians 5, 15-17

“Be Wise” 

Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.

- Chris Pangilinan

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Missing You

Hi Fe, Had short conversations with your older girls, today. How I see and hear so much of you in them. Thank you for raising such beautiful daughters and giving Jimmy and I lovely, great & godly nieces...miss & love u, Vern :)

For my mother... I love you.

"His lord said to him, Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things: enter you into the joy of your lord." ~ Matthew 25:23