There is no way, I could have known!

There is no way, I could have known when I first planned having an event at the Center that a family I have known for more than 20 years would lose their daughter and son in law in a senseless tragedy.  I can't deny this had a profound effect on me. It has dominated my thoughts since I learned one of the victims was someone I watched grow up. I have no idea how God will heal the hurts of this precious family or how he will bring good out of Satan's diabolical plan, but I know he will! I have concentrated on what small part I might be able to play in the healing process for these people who have always shown me kindness. I have decided that if the family will agree then my event at the Center will be dedicated to the Hockensmith's and the proceeds from the event will be for their children. I know this can not heal their hearts, but I hope it will show them compassion in their time of need and possibly give them hope that God will see them through all of this. Of course, when I first planned this event, I could never have known that God could possibly have this purpose in mind. How humbling it is to think this event could be a small part of his plan to help in the healing process. Please keep the family in your prayers. I plan to ask their permission soon. In the meantime, please keep them in your prayers.