Emily Ray Cahlik

Hello Cahlik Family,

You may not know me, but I went to school with Bryce Harper and Sam Brocato. They are close friends of mine. I also believe I met Becky once or twice as well. Anyways, I just wanted to let you know who I am and not some random person signing your guest book, although that still may be the case :-).

I am so sorry for your loss, and I know that words can never describe the anguish and deep sorrow that you may feel. Even though I don't know you, we are still in the same family, the family of Christ. I am mourning with you in your loss, and am surprised at the emotions that I feel of someone who I didn't even know who has passed on to be with the Lord. It is sad to see someone so young with such a heart for the Lord leave us. I didn't know Emily but she has touched my heart and soul. Her heart for missions resonates within me. I may not know you, but I feel connected with you all somehow. I pray that Christ would be your strength, your all, your everything. No one else can heal the wound you may feel but Christ. Somehow I feel that you know this already. Your family is an inspiration of Godliness and love.

Your brother in Christ,

Dylan

What a lesson in faith and courage! You have touched all of our lives & will be in our prayers the the days, weeks & months to come. God has blessed us all to know Emilly!

Love & Prayers,
The Courtney's

Although Emily was on this earth a short 18 years she touched many hearts and lives. May you be comforted in know that people that never even met Emily are praying for you during this difficult time.

Your family has been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. We pray God's grace and comfort for you as only He can give. We love you.

Dennis and Teresa, I am so sorry for the loss of Emily. I know ya'll have worked hard these past few months to win the battle. She was so courageous through it all. Many prayers are with all of you right now. God Bless You All.

We love you all, and will be continually praying for the Lord's perfect peace to abide with you through this time of grief.

To all of the Cahlik family you are in my prayers. Emily will always be remembered for not only her angelic face but her sweet sweet spirit. Love you.

To all of the Cahlik family you are in my prayers. Emily will always be remembered for not only her angelic face but her sweet sweet spirit. Love you.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We think of each of you fondly, and we will continue to pray for your family. May you feel the strength of our Saviour.

A Parable of Immortality

I am standing upon the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze
and starts for the blue ocean.

She is an object of beauty and strength,
and I stand and watch until at last she hangs
like a speck of white cloud
just where the sea and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says,
" There she goes! "

Gone where?

Gone from my sight . . . that is all.

She is just as large in mast and hull and spar
as she was when she left my side
and just as able to bear her load of living freight
to the place of destination.

Her diminished size is in me, not in her.

And just at the moment
when someone at my side says,
" There she goes! "
there are other eyes watching her coming . . .
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout . . .

" Here she comes! "

~Henry Van Dyke
We love you Emily. You have a special place in our hearts.