To Jessica, a nine-year-old Haitian girl that lives in the community, whose mother passed away.

Oh sweet girl. Your world has forever changed. You are experiencing loss that many people much, much older than you have yet to experience.

You are so brave. So strong. So beautiful.

May He wrap you in His arms and embrace you softly. His heart hurts for you more than mine does. And that’s an awful lot.

May He whisper to you His love for you. His plans for you. The purpose in your hurt. Your loss. Your emptiness.

May you know where your peace comes from. Where your source of joy comes from. May this tragedy not turn your heart cold or bitter but soften it towards the Holy Spirit’s calling on your life.

You are so loved, precious girl. Don’t ever forget that.