A United Methodist Pastor's Theological Reflections

"But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory (nikos) through our Lord Jesus Christ." - I Corinthians 15:57


Friday, June 11, 2010

West Ohio Conference & Prayers for Pastors' Family

Our West Ohio Conference which met at Lakeside, Ohio this week offered prayers for one of our pastors who was killed in the recent tornado storm in northwest Ohio. It was a moving and emotional experience when our Bishop led 3,000 people in prayer for the Hammitt family and the congregation of North Dover UMC.

Rev. Kathy Hammitt (North Dover UMC in Wauseon) died Saturday evening when her car was hit by a tornado on Rt. 795 in Lake Township. She was returning home after visiting her husband in Bay Park Hospital. Her two daughters were following her in another car and witnessed the tragedy, but were unhurt. Kathy is survived by her husband, Norm, and 3 children.

May God's sustaining presence bring comfort and peace that passes all understanding to all who knew and loved Kathy.
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