Memory Eternal and Blessed Repose to Fr. Jacob Myers!

Below is from the blog Praying with My Feet on the repose of Fr. Jacob Myers of St. John the Wonderworker Orthodox Church today. I visited his parish just two years ago for Vespers while attending a conference. If you've ever been to this urban church you know how it is adorned with icons on all the walls from top to bottom. While the service was ongoing and I was examining those icons he came over to me and with a broad smile said, "You know what kathisma means don't you? You can sit down." I did just that and spoke with him about his parish after the service was completed. I was hoping to make a return visit next year. That church does important work in the area and I am saddened by the loss of a faithful shepherd. May his memory be eternal!

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I am stunned to report that Fr. Jacob Myers of St. John the Wonderworker Orthodox church in Atlanta (OCA) has reposed, about 30 minutes ago during an unction service for him in an ICU there. All I know is that he had a staph infection. I don't know any other details. This was very sudden.

Please pray for his wife Mat. Rebecca and his two daughters. Also for his congregation who are now orphaned. I am also acquainted with his brother and sister-in-law and I know they need our prayers as well.

May his memory be eternal!