A pastor is recovering after being injured during a “freak accident” that killed his passenger on the way home from Bible study in Ohio.
Northwest Baptist Church in Toledo shared a heart-wrenching update on their Facebook page, conveying the news with sadness and a heavy heart.
Details revealed that Pastor Andrew Edwards was in a car, driving a fellow man home from a Bible study when a tragic incident occurred. A tree fell on their vehicle while they were stopped at a traffic light.
Toledo Fire and Rescue officials described the incident to WTVG as a “freak accident” when a tree and power lines fell on the pastor’s vehicle.
An Ohio pastor was hurt, and his passenger was killed on their way home from Bible study on Thursday night. (Northwest Baptist Church)
Recently, the church posted another update on Easter Sunday, explaining that Edwards had been moved from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to the trauma unit. This decision came after a neurologist’s review confirmed that the brain injury was not an immediate concern.
“Pastor Edwards awoke suddenly and expressed his desire to return to his pastoral duties, stating that he has much work to do,” the church wrote. “He was reassured that all responsibilities are being managed in his absence. We give thanks to the Lord for His continued healing and faithfulness.”
The church wrote that Edwards’ family said they are “sincerely thankful for the continued prayers and support during this time.”
“Your kindness and care mean so much to our family,” the family said.
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