Face each new day with courage and

bravery and if tomorrow's fortune is

adverse, front its blows with a brave

heart. Embrace challenges, learn to

see discomfort not as a misfortune

but as a necessary part of growth

and a test of your character.

Through these trials, you will

discover that your inner resources

are more powerful than any external

circumstance. We all have power

over our minds ‹ not outside events.

Realize this, and you will find strength.

While we cannot control external situations,

we can always choose our thoughts, reactions, and

intentions.

The impediment to action advances action.

What stands in the way becomes the way ...

It is with great sadness that we share the death of

Luis Fernando Carvajal beloved friend of Temple Beth Ami.

father, fiancé, brother, friend, officer, and Marine

A memorial service honoring Fernando's life will be held at Temple Beth Ami, 14330 Travilah Rd, Rockville, MD 20850, On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, Starting with a 10:30 AM Honor Guard, followed by a 10:45 Memorial Service, and a light reception afterwards.

May Fernando's memory be a deep and abiding blessing to his family and friends and may his soul be bound in the bond of life eternal.

Memorial contributions may be made to Operation Second Chance or National Cancer Institute