Corning

Corningware is pretty common in American kitchens. First it was known as Pyrex and eventually as Corelle ware. This all came from Corning, NY. These dishes are amazing. They were the first in my memory that could be put in the oven and in the freezer without shattering. In later years, fiber optics were developed in this same community.

Today was the Celebration of Life for Elsie Borden, a faithful soldier of the Corning, NY Corps. She was an exceptional lady with an overflowing love for the Lord. Among her seven children are Major Pat Wood and Lt. Colonel Louisa Wood. She was honored beautifully by her family and corps officers, Captains John and Kim Merchant.

Not unlike the community in which she lived, Elsie was a remarkable person. Her resilience in all kinds of conditions and environments and her capacity to bring light to her family and friends, resemble these extraordinary Corning discoveries. We celebrate her life and share in prayer for her loved ones in these days of separation.

"...be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life." Rev. 2:10 (KJV)