Hidden Miracles: Life After the Sandy Hook Tragedy

We think of miracles as large and grand - and they can be - but there are miracles all around us that we take for granted, including spiritual miracles and finding happiness amid hurt and pain.
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[@animecreator3678]

The part where she said that she saw a vision of Emily and the other kids being hugged by Jesus Christ truly touched me. She may not be on earth anymore, but she and the other kids are in a better place.

[@dymoman7]

I lost a child over a year ago. I still feel shattered and miss my little girl every day! I too felt heartbroken that I had not felt some intuition that would have allowed me to protect her and prevent her loss! I listened to a talk by John Lennox (Catholic) who said: “If you could see what happened immediately after the loss of children, you would stop doubting and fall down on your knees and worship”. I know this is true. God and Jesus Christ are there to welcome our little ones home! That brings me comfort.

[@starlake6403]

I'm so sorry you lost your little girl. Still grieving the loss of my dearest sister and friend, I can't comprehend the heartbreak of losing a child. My comfort is knowing we will be together again forever. I hope God continues to bless you with comfort and peace.

[@funsize3196]

"A miracle is not a life without pain. A miracle is learning to deal with the pain and finding the happiness with the pain" Love this

[@fractionmeister]

I love this, too.

[@freddyrosales8405]

Ok

[@silviamandalari7129]

thank you for those words....this morning they brought peace to my soul....thank you, for keep spreading the miracle of knowing that Heavenly Father walks with us always.

[@barbaraconnell393]

Wonderful comforting and inspiring words

[@dmpreach9635]

On God for real I love it too it's powerful.🙏🏽🙏🏽🔥💯❤❤💯🔥💪😇🙌☝️☝️☝️😍🙂

[@rjsimpkins2911]

40 years ago, while standing over my son's still open grave, I too heard a divine whisper. 14 years later, in a similar single whispered sentence, I received the message that brought me to complete acceptance of my child's death. May God bless and grant all other grief stricken and bereaved parents the same comfort to help heal their broken hearts, minds and souls, sooner, rather than later.

[@MammaOVlogs]

wow thanks for sharing

[@lorielizabethwade7505]

I'm very happy for you to find peace thru acceptance and that the Spirit of God brought you the message you needed to heal from you son's death. Your faith brought you to the point where you could be healed. I'm still trying so hard to find peace. I couldn't protect my children, even tho now they are happy and healthy. I can't get over the times when they needed me and I couldn't be there for them. I am in pain from the time we lost. I am angry and hurt by those who kept us from each other. I need peace so badly. I find comfort when I see them being great adults and great parents, but the pain returns in cycles and I become deeply depressed to a state of seclusion, where I am not myself. I take meds for depression, for Heavenly Father told me that it is my earthly challenge, but I can't help but want what was stolen from us that we can never get back--safety, peace, and that decade of their childhood that we can never get back. How can I have peace knowing I couldn't be there to protect them? How can I accept all that I missed? How can I forgive those that hurt us so badly? I have found peace before, but I lose it again and again. It's such a struggle. I'm not young anymore. I know my time is short. I need healing so badly. They need me to be happy and move forward. I strive everyday to "show" them that, but, I want it for me as well. I continue to pray, study and ponder the Scriptures. I'll be glad to get to Church when this pandemic is over.

[@FLoW828]

@@lorielizabethwade7505 Aloha Lori, I love your names. My mom's name is Lorraine but many call her Lori. Elizabeth is the name of one of my great grandmothers that I'm not partially named after. I'm not aware that I have any Wade's in my family but my best friend Karla does. . .I was reading your comment and of your struggles and it reminded me of something I learned about in one of my ARP meetings a few years ago. I can't remember it precisely right now but I will see if I can find it. Please feel free to check out the addiction recovery workbook in the Gospel Library app if you have it, or go to website & search for it... .... Ok, I tried a search by a phrase that kept coming to my mind (remember no more) bc I still have similar problems -- I encourage you to prayerfully check out, read, study, ponder -- Steps 4 "Truth" & 7 "Humility"...in particular of all 12 Steps. Ponder also the meaning of the word 'harrow' in Alma 36 ♡ ...Sister, I pray that you will keep & strengthen your faith & testimony in the *enabling power* of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I pray that thou would know the peace and grace that only He can give you. As soon as possible, visit His house often when our temples reopen :) Immerse yourself in Family History work if you aren't already on FamilySearch ♡ I pray that Mosiah 2:17 will help you find a renewed level and type of peace that surpasses understanding, in His son's name Jesus Christ. Amen.

[@honeysbespokebows]

Wow God is good AMEN X

[@rosaliedavison7344]

Lori Elizabeth Wade Dear Lori , I felt so sad for you when I read your comment . I see that you wrote it 9 months ago and I am hoping that you have found peace since then . If not I would like to share something that Elder Renlund said in the last general conference April 2020 . “Our Heavenly Father, referring to His Beloved Son, said, “Hear Him!” As you act on those words and listen to Him, remember, joyfully and reverently, that the Savior loves to restore what you cannot restore; He loves to heal wounds you cannot heal; He loves to fix what has been irreparably broken; He compensates for any unfairness inflicted on you; and He loves to permanently mend even shattered hearts.” I hope this will help you Lori , praying for you .

[@olgapagan4773]

As a born again Christian I know I will get to put my arms around my baby that’s with The Lord. I know that our pain and sufferings are miracles in the making.

[@justingarn1845]

It changes everything, doesn't it? To know that when our precious ones die, they go home. Home to a heavenly family where they are loved and taken care of perfectly.

[@debfryer2437]

God bless you and I know you will have your daughter Emilie again. What a wonderful artist she was! I have lost three children and I know the pain you are feeling. I also know that God has helped me through the pain and to find meaning, even joy in suffering. I know someday I shall see my children again, and that all that was lost will be restored. Thank you for sharing your story and your faith in Christ and Heavenly Father, and thank you to the Church for publishing this so that the cruel criticisms of Sandy Hook being a hoax can be put away. Sister Fryer ❤️🌹😇

[@daphneraven9439]

[@suzettecleghorn9361]

Juanita. Bynum

[@diannestirling1089]

Gosh Sister Fryer , to lose 3 children , wow thank you for your sharing your story, We and our 5 sons lost our only daughter and their sister, it was a very difficult time but like you through our faith in Christ and the knowledge and understanding of the plan of salvation we know we will see our beautiful daughter again. It’s such a comfort and a blessing and to know that the Lord would of wrapped his arms around them when they left us and said welcome home.

[@chelleowen5777]

I know right

[@love-db1rd]

Amen

[@ChicHulaGirl86]

I’m sobbing 😭 What beautiful testimonies ❤️ I’m so thankful for a Father in Heaven who loves us so much He sent His Son to die for us, so we may have the chance to receive Eternal Life. I feel so blessed ❤️

[@chelleowen5777]

Amen

[@jik3905]

I cried when she said that during her prayer she felt content and saw the picture of the little kids being with our Lord and Savior cause that is just so beautiful😭✨✨

[@theQiwiMan]

I almost didn't watch this video, thinking it'd be too much for me to handle. I'm glad I did. May God continue to bless you and your beautiful family.

[@petelarose998]

These videos are so great and so inspiring I might have to sit here for hours just watching them. God Bless The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for making these videos. Peter

[@sandragunderson5709]

I've never had a child die, but I lost my sweet husband of 20 years. I know that I'll see him again. God is merciful.

[@Perykvaal]

Seriously, who downvotes a video like this? This is beautiful. We need so much more of messages like this. I don't understand why people would oppose a message of healing, especially in light of so many tragedies in the world.

[@gribble2979]

Probably the same type of person who sent the taunting message to the father the day after the massacre; the type of person who desperately needs God in their life.

[@Jackrabbitsteaparty]

"where was your God today?" I find these questions interesting from others cause I can feel where he is and know it and it saddens me that others don't want to feel what I feel.

[@janetrashell8454]

That day was seared into my heart, I sat at my desk at work bawling wondering how anyone in that moment could work, I couldn’t even breathe or move, I felt so much sorrow. I wept and prayed for you and your children, as well as my own. I pray for your joy and peace and glad to see your family love still blooming.

[@rajaniravi5685]

Good testimony, even lost your beloved little girl God has blessed with children. Here, the important thing is you never lost faith in God. Great, May God bless abundantly to your kids. From Indian Christian

[@chelleowen5777]

Amen

[@jesusinfluencer3925]

Jesus is the same yesterday,today and forever...

[@thomasbohl7957]

I absolutely love this story. I can’t imagine going through a tragedy like this but it is a story of pure love and our Heavenly Father. Thank you for sharing.

[@leswalker2639]

Yes I agree our heavenly father is there even with each of us hearing this great story. May it Brighton the life of so many that get to watch it.

[@jordigavira862]

Thank you so much for sharing your story, in it I found answers to my questions. God bless😇😇😇

[@thurbs123]

I know that I'll see my loved ones again! Death isn't the end, it's the beginning of something greater.

[@epicparakeet]

That is so true. I have always valued knowledge and wisdom. I can't wait to be on the other side where there is an eternity of learning in store! I am so grateful for the true church to have been restored! I am so excited for this next general conference to see what new knowledge we can obtain! I feel very strongly that this one will be a huge leap in the church's history. :)

[@aryln8278]

*With God, nothing is impossible. God bless you all* ❤

[@brandonj5065]

Amen brother

[@lahnas7371]

"God is not in the event. He is in the response to the event" this quote has comforted me many times in my life.

[@jaredwade3242]

The Lords protection leaves room for agency. Spiritual protection means that bad things can happen to good people but they can have and find peace and purpose in the tragedy. Loved the quote at the end.

[@absolutetuber]

so true. and that is the exact response to the question "where was your God that day?" Aside from being a ridiculously horrible things to say for any reason, God was where He needed to be: With those children and those families offering hope and comfort.

[@johnpayne3409]

RIP ANGEL EMILY THIS WAS VERY EMOTIONAL THANKS FOR STRENGTHENING MY TESTIMONY

[@NuUnique]

Yes Angel Emily you have touched so many lives....God bless Your name lives on forever.

[@DarthSpiderMaul]

Emilie.

[@maryannebryce5210]

This story reminds me of a statue that stands in the church member’s section of Vienna City Cemetery. It has Christ with a little girl and her parents just getting there to greet them. It seems to say, “She was safe with me the whole time.” What a powerful testimony you both shared, I hope to be that good of a mother to bear that witness dispute suffering.

[@joyenchanted13]

Emilie Alice Parker, you will never be forgotten. Thank you to the Parkers, for sharing Emilie's story, for sharing your faith and for doing the work you do with Emilie's fund and Safe and Sound schools.

[@discoqueenmom]

Beautiful miracle amongst trail etc. Pure love of christ cast away all fear

[@goexplore4321]

Phenomenal story of love and gratitude for our many blessings. I cried when I watched this. I have 3 little ones, and I can't imagine losing one. These parents are great examples of love and faith in our Fathers plan.

[@GenSM]

Thank you for being strong for Emilie and for giving us the example to be strong under the most challenging circumstances. We love you. Arlene and Javier from Australia.

[@garrettjackson1789]

Bless you for opening up and sharing. No matter how strong our faith, this hurts. The near-immediate response to the father's prayer was "I know". The Lord knows because He has felt everything we can feel. That's how He can comfort us, no matter what. Bless you.

[@ednaminton9637]

Each day is a MIRACLE!! Amen

[@indigoflat00]

This video is such a gem. Such a sweet forever family 💖

[@alexanderthegamingxd1870]

There's no forever butt there's always forever in heaven 😇

[@mermazing1672]

She is definitely having her happily ever after, She is giving everyone hugs. 😢😍

[@mikeytruthz3133]

Life is so so precious

[@mikeytruthz3133]

❤️

[@jan-erikjones9376]

From one parent to another, thank you for sharing the divine within the unfathomable.

[@cathrinbantjes4473]

Precious little Emily is guaranteed Eternal Life ! Wonderful assurance

[@sadespain2339]

I'm grateful that Jesus is good. 💖

[@averagedude76]

I am not a strong enough person to handle this type of issue. I will never forget you and your strength for my whole life.

[@TNGphoto]

I'm willing to bet they do not think they were/are strong enough either. It must be a terrible burden.

[@bradheffernan9864]

Nobody is strong enough. That's why the grace of Jesus Christ is essential. It is by His grace that we are given strength beyond our own to do things we were never strong enough to do on our own.

[@maggiebradshaw5464]

Praying 🙏 for all the families

[@denisemay6807]

Wow, that is just the ultimate test of your faith, losing your child. It really makes you devine what you are made of. God bless this family.

[@gaymichaelis7581]

Thank you so very much!!! This was so beautiful!!!! Thank you to this family who shared their experience with Sandy Hook elementary and the death of their daughter, Emilee! And all about their wonderful family with three beautiful blonde girls!! Thank you for sharing also about your testimonies and your faith!!! I will say a prayer for you! Love, Sis. Gay Michaelis

[@bryanborough3260]

I cried with you - felt some of your joy, then some of your pain. And then your glimmer of hope strengthened me. Thank you so much ... for sharing.

[@mavvgame6777]

Little Angel ❤️ rest in peace. Jesus loves You.

[@christinalance4389]

I love the pink screen at the end to honor Emilie. ❤️

[@Brooklyn_]

Wow. Thank you, thank you for sharing your testimony and experience, and about the joy that is your Emilie. It has brought me so much light today. May our Heavenly Father give you peace every day.

[@absolutetuber]

What strong examples of faith and hope in the face of great tragedy. I have five children of my own and the thought of losing one of them, for whatever reason, is terrifying. I thought I was a tough guy but this whole video had me bawling like a baby. Had to tell my wife (who was on the other side of the room reading) that my allergies were acting up as I kept sniffling and blowing my nose.

[@starlake6403]

God bless and comfort this family. My heart goes out to them and all who have lost children. Such a heartbreaking yet beautiful story - I was sobbing too. I hope next time something touches you to tears that you will tell your wife the truth so she could love and admire you even more, seeing your tender and compassionate heart.

[@Coastermania15]

It is such a sad thing that happened but God was there waiting with open arms for those precious little angels that were coming back to him

[@emaartamor]

I love this. What inspired and amazing parents ❤ "A miracle is not a life without pain, the miracle is learning to deal with the pain and finding the happiness with the pain" ❤

[@mekisavaliga3003]

Wow I'm grateful for the Gospel of Jesus Christ and our Father's plan. I'm grateful for these parents faith, love and their testimony I felt that I can't imagine how it feels to lose a child but y'all held on staying solid trust in the Lord's plan amazing. Love to y'all and thank you for your story and testimony God bless

[@besetfree5752]

This life will pass us by so fast and will be reunited with our loved ones. As heart wrenching as it is, God will carry us through. Peace be forever with your family. ❤

[@ldsgermanshepherdboy9272]

Thank you for this story, and testimony of God and Jesus Christ. I have been struggling with my own self-worth for years, (I still do) but I try taking it one day at a time knowing that God is willing to work with me with my imperfections, and transgressions. God wants complete joy and happiness for all his children, and is willing to work hard with them to get it!

[@ColemanOutdoors]

Amazing! Thank you for sharing this experience and how to recognize the miracles that come even through tragic events. Their testimony will bring comfort to many people around the world!

[@mira6875]

You are so right. I have lost someone very close and even though it was and is very sad , a true miracle has come through the this. 🙏🏻

[@ashleyhill3495]

Thank you for sharing! You’ve given me so much hope that despite what happens, we can find hope and joy through Jesus Christ.

[@keonaaranguren6078]

I love this family ❤❤ God bless all of you

[@robynmarie2977]

This really touched me and made me cry and feel the Spirit so much. Thank you.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

We're glad you appreciated the video. Thanks for your comment, Robyn.

[@Ashotjan]

Someone actually sent you that message? So sad. And so short-sighted. Death is not the worst thing that can happen to us here on earth, and it's tragic that so many lack that knowledge.

[@CityofJade]

I can't believe someone would send such an awful message to a grieving parent like that. I'm grateful it didn't shatter his hope

[@azhotmom]

I still remember the day this tragedy happened I was sitting at the Parent pick up line at school in my car listening to the breaking news report about Sandy Hook elementary. It hit so close to my heart as I was picking up my two little girls that were 5 and 6 years old (same age as most of the victims). I remember hugging them so tight that night! And even sleeping in their bedroom because I was so heartbroken about those families that didn't get to pick up their little ones that day. I remember we prayed for those families that night. I enjoyed this video thank you for sharing your story!

[@nathanbanks2935]

I loves God's wonderful plan of salvation, and exaltation! We can be with our loved ones forever, if we show great love for Heavenly Father and each other. God bless everyone! You are in my prayers.

[@mysikind8076]

I accidentally tapped on the video after our churches General conference. I am in tears. Emily is with our Heavenly Father. I known this without a doubt. She was so obviously a very very special spirit.Thank you for sharing your testimony. It will help me through the darkness I am struggling with. Thank you so very much. Love and prayers to your family. She will be waiting to be reunited with you all one day. 💕

[@kiravargas1836]

Doctrine and Covenants 18:10 - "Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God;"

[@samanthahatt1388]

You guys have a lot of faith and love and it’s really inspiring ❤️❤️

[@chelleowen5777]

True

[@JerryLeBaron]

Thank-you so much for sharing this story. I am so sorry for your pain and the magnitude of your loss, yet grateful to the Savior for his omniscient love, comfort, and power. I am also so grateful that there are people like you who demonstrate faith to carry on despite the difficulty journey that we are sometimes called to pass through. Miracles are real.

[@restymacalisang]

My trials lead me to my Father in Heaven. My problems redirected me to think of my Saviour, Jesus Christ. I find comfort listening to this message. I don't know the pain of losing a child. But, I feel the Spirit as I listen to your testimonies about the Plan of Salvation.

[@mmemonarch]

Such a tragedy to live through but what a beautiful hopeful video ! I'm so grateful for we all have a father to go home to.

[@kathryncarter6143]

Miracles do happen. I had a daughter with a traumatic incident; yet I totally knew. God told me. He's since told me many other things that are nothing short of many silent miracles.

[@carolswarbrick1505]

Sweetest testimony, thank you, a beautiful way the Lord surprises us is, yes through pain and miracles and joy does come...

[@letashahesqua5727]

This is truly amazing...the journey, the message and this beautiful family. Thank you for sharing this with the world.

[@bethparkinson6322]

I cried through this story. What loving people you are. You are so strong. Thank you for sharing your innermost feelings. Bless you and your family.

[@KysToes]

May God bless you all

[@MC-od9oi]

I definitely needed to hear this, especially the part where the Father received that small glimmer of hope. And was able to push forward through that tragic event. Heavenly Father loves us and gives us this glimmer of hope to remind us of the greater plan he has for us. May you all be blessed for sharing this powerful story.

[@safrew1]

It was so touching to me the way this father took that glimer of hope and stood firm. He chose to affirm what he felt and had believed even when he was sent such a cruel message at such a vulnerable time. Such a powerful example of faith and trust in the Lord! Beautiful faith testimonies and love. I can see that their faith in Jesus Christ is and has moved mountains in their lives.

[@iknowitstoolate1760]

RIP Emily and all the other children and teachers that passed away in that shooting.. fly high angels 👼🏻💖😭✨

[@miamichi5]

Wow what a inspiring story... praise sweet Lord Jesus...right now my mother in hospital fighting to stay alive... Jesus I thank you for this amazing story & video! Happy all those in Paradise with our blessed almighty God & Lord Jesus. . Amen! 🙏

[@RubyRooster]

I can't stop watching these videos! I have almost no more things to say!

[@joanmcgilton5075]

I wish I could say something to comfort the loss of these people and there precious daughter Emily. I watch videos of people seeing God or Jesus. And people seeing Heaven. Heaven sure does sound beautiful and it sounds like a amazing place. When people see it they describe the colors are so bright and beautiful there’s colors and smells in heaven that’s Amazing and when most people see it they don’t want to come back. When it’s described like that. It makes me not afraid to die. It’s like I’m a little child waiting for Christmas.

[@lizzyburt585]

It takes a lot for me to cry. I cried through this whole video. Such a powerful message! My prayers go out to all those suffering❤❤❤

[@princesschintalli3620]

Praise the Lord Jesus Christ! Amen

[@nisifuatimau1018]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful story. She’s in a better place❤️

[@rebeccalarson7995]

My heart aches for those who suffer and because of that my heart will also rejoice in Christ.

[@kimss8372]

When your with Jesus nothing could hurt you amen. God bless you ❤

[@heiketheangel5187]

Heartbreaking 🥀💔

[@pinkueli4535]

Praise the Lord！

[@sylviarichardson5801]

God bless Emily keep strong for her big faith in Jesus! Xx

[@amitavadutta4075]

We people of Jisus we living together all regionals my Father God Jesus Christ

[@MrManta2012]

Faith in God and his son Jesus Christ makes it all worth while, They love us/ the plan of salvation makes eternal families possible. Bless you all.

[@Horsehead147]

I feel for this family... I did not lose a child in a mass shooting, but I was ON the campus when a mass shooting took place. We were in lockdown. Trapped, like rats. All I could think about was daughter, who was 2 at the time, and would I ever see her again. It was gut wrenching. When we were finally allowed to leave after lockdown, I drove to where she was as quickly as I could and ran to her and just hugged her to me and cried and cried and cried. I can't imagine being in this situation at Sandy Hook. I don't know that I could go on living if she were taken from me like that. My one source of comfort during the shooting was..."I might die, but at least my little girl will live." Prayers to this couple and all the parents who have lost a child to this madness.

[@jessekaraitiana]

The saviour Jesus Christ can help you no matter the situation, dont be afraid to ask for help, trust in him like he trusts in you.

[@johnhendricks3825]

Like many others, that heartbreaking day has had a lasting impact on me. I'm so grateful for this message from your family, I didn't realize how much I needed to hear it as part of my own healing. Thank you for sharing something so deeply personal and precious.

[@churchofjesuschrist]

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[@donnamiller315]

You did everything for your daughter ❤ 💕 💗 💓 💖 ♥ believe Me and you'll see her again hugs xxzx

[@TazConlon]

Lord Jesus I love you and I thank you for loving me. Watch over my children and that the children around the whole world, keep them safe from harm and embrace them with the peace and joy of the Holy Spirit Amen

[@danarichmond7230]

Thank you for sharing about God's love and care. You turned this heart wrenching experience into a time of reflection and hope. God bless.

[@Shortone81389]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I remember I was on my mission when this happened. Being from Connecticut my heart sank so much. I kept thinking your happily ever after is eternal life!

[@BoMwarriorVlog]

Loved that part... "We don't have to over-complicate it." ❤

[@shotsfired1106]

Did this little girl have to look incredibly like my daughter..ugh i felt their pain. I can not imagine!

[@madzazmarland3785]

I'm so sorry for your loss, you both are such strong examples of strength and faith. Thankyou for sharing your story. Take care and God bless

[@lindaliew2312]

Pls stay STRONG. JESUS IS WITH YOU. HIS ❤ LOVE IS MIRACLE & ETERNAL. AMEN!

[@honeysbespokebows]

Wow Jesus Is alive and true and performing so many miracles I love you Jesus Christ and so does Lyla Thank you for everything you do And thank you for being with my sister Angel through this difficult time In Jesus Name I pray Amen Hallelujah Amen xxxxxxxxxxxx

[@josephshumway]

This is a beautiful story of hope

[@MammaOVlogs]

wow so sad and yet very inspiring, l am so sorry for your loss and what an amazing angel

[@culleycook5032]

This Couple is amazing!!! I feel blessed to hear their story and witnessing their faith. My hope is that they continue to heal, love one another and experience much happiness.