At 10:22 Friday evening we got a call that every parent dreads.  'This is the hospital. We have a patient here named Paul Rieth.  We want you to come.  Yes, call your family to come.'
 
We give thanks to God that Paul survived the night.  Everything we've heard from the officers and staff since leads us to think that they didn't know if Paul would live through the night.  God's hand was on him and it is a miracle that he is alive.  He is still critical but stable.
 
We give thanks to God that Paul is a believer, and that he has a tender heart and a gentle spirit.  He is a deep and serious thinker and has a heart to help people.
 
As we come face to face with the reality of his accident we find comfort and hope in the Lord.  We know that God is hearing the thousands of prayers on Paul's behalf.  We have peace that God is watching over him and trust the Lord for the outcome.  
 
          The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who   trust in him. Nahum 1:7
 
We invite you to read updates on his care and progress on the CaringBridge website.
www.caringbridge.org/visit/paulrieth
 
          God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.  Psalms 46:1
 
Our hearts go out to the many of you who are going through serious trials and situations.  We are not without hope.  It is in times such as these that we come face to face with the things that are important. 
 
         May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.  Romans 15:13
 
Trusting in God, our refuge and strength,
Pastor Bob and Marion Rieth