The inside look of our church in Joplin after the tornado

Everything in this church looks familiar to me...our churches are pretty universal.
But this one's a total shambles...and the story is incredible. 

All while getting ready for a Relief Society meeting!






Video Courtesy of KSL.com

11 comments:

grandmapeg said...

That really was a blessing for those women and the girl to be able to survive that experience. I can't imagine how scary that would have been. I'm amazed that the steeple went that far when it blew off. My heart goes out to the people in Joplin.

Karen Mortensen said...

Wow. It was good to see Janice. I knew her from girl's camp days. Sh is awesome.

Grandma Honey said...

Karen~ What was Janice's maiden name? So she is from here?

grandmapeg~ There was also a the stake pres with them.

Sharon said...

Amazing - they were protected.

Dad and Susan said...

Thanks for the additional insight. Amazing the power of nature no matter what form it takes. Love, Dad and Susan

Unknown said...

Thanks for posting that, and it does make you take a look at your priorities !!

Karen Mortensen said...

Janice's maiden name was Cooper. Yes , she is from Fresno. I am not sure what ward she was in. I knew her from going to girl's camp.

Susan Anderson said...

Pretty crazy, huh? I'm so glad none of them were hurt.

=)

Eileen said...

This was an amazing story.
My heart goes out to all who are suffering from these recent storms. And it really makes me take pause and realize the many Blessings in my own life.
Love and Prayers,
Eileen

Mar~ said...

I'm so glad they were spared. This has been such a tragic event to witness. My prayers are with all of the folks who have lost loved ones.

McKay said...

I think Grandma Heasley is from here. Am I wrong?

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