When Tragedy Strikes

By Kay Heitsch

This past week, I have been overwhelmed to see on FB the way God has worked through the tragedy of the Tusky Valley bus accident. It didn't take long before businesses and people rose to the occasion to allow God to bring good out of this horrific situation.

We have lived in several states and many cities over the years. I can honestly say that living in this area opened my eyes to the goodness of God through people.

When Todd died in the car accident, we were pretty new to the area. I was shocked and overwhelmed by the love and support that total strangers gave me. I witnessed this again with this bus accident. People rose once again to the occasion to bring love and support.

Our Bible verse says. And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them. Romans 8:28 NLT

All things are not good! But God can cause everything to work together for good. I know this is true! I have personally witnessed it in my life. And now I'm seeing it again.

Even when tragedy strikes, God works through people to bring good out of it.

Thank you all for continuing to show God's love to me.

Terrible Tragedy

By Kay Heitsch

Last week there was a terrible tragedy in Ohio. A chartered bus, semi, and two cars were in a deadly accident. The charted bus carried band students and chaperones from Tusky Valley High School. Several have been killed and many injured.

Tusky Valley is located near where we lived in Ohio when Todd died in a car accident. So this hit home with me.

ABC News covered the story last night. It was heart-wrenching watching the report. As I watched the semi in flames, there was an explosion. I-70 was closed down on both sides for hours.

We never know what a day will bring. I'm sure everyone on this bus trip was as excited as Todd was to start the day. Little did anyone know what was ahead.

As a parent who has lived through the sudden death of a child, I send my prayers to all those who are suffering this horrific loss. Please know God will see you through and surround you with His love and comfort.