Jonathan Banks

Lively Stone Apostolic Church 1700 Oakland, P. O. Box 422, Mount Vernon, Illinois 62864 Pastor's Office 618-242-1718 November 7, 2025

To the Family of Jonathan Banks! Your Lively Stone Apostolic Church Family would like to take this time to send a heart felt condolence to you in your time of bereavement. Please accept our condolences, just know that we are here for you, please do not hesitate to reach out, especially during this difficult time. During seasons of grief, it may feel as though healing will never come. Our sorrow has opened wounds we never think will close. But God is our Healer. When we turn to Him with our pain and hurt, He brings about healing and comfort. When words from friends and family cannot fix the ache inside of us, God provides the restoration we need. It may not come suddenly, but He heals us overtime. "Jesus wept." John 11:35 Two words. It may seem like a simple verse, but it has a great deal of power. Jesus empathizes with our pain. He stepped into our shoes and experienced every aspect of being human, including losing someone whom He loved dearly. Even when He sees the future and transcends time, even if our loved one is no longer in pain they had experienced on earth, He sits with us in our grief and weeps with us. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you always, and that you will find God's love in each precious memory of your loved one whom will be will be missed beyond words. The Lord Be with You This Day and Always even until the end of the earth. Sincerely yours,

District Elder Allen Eugene Rudd Sr. Pastor

Minister Oscar Brown Executive Assistant

Your gentle smile and presence will be greatly missed. Praying for comfort and peace for the family.

Johnathan was a such a loving and caring person. We will certainly miss him.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.