Since I believe the more facts/information one has, the more one is able to pray specific prayers, I'm going to give it to you the way it is.

So, if this is TMI, forgive me. I just want those who want to pray for a specific need to know for what/who they are praying.

The 12th of this month (Wednesday) the state of Arkansas will be trying to convict my EX-husband of Rape of a Minor, which is a class Y felony.

He raped our daughter numerous times from the tender age of 12 until she ran away from home last year at the age of 16.

Now, naturally, I knew NOTHING of the horrendous things he did to her, or we would have been gone. The day after he was arrested, I heard his 30-minute taped confession stating that the things she was claiming were indeed true.

Here's the catch: because of mishandling of the Miranda rights and I'll just be blunt with you....STUPIDITY of the arresting officer, the tape will not be used, which is HUGE!

The conviction has to be unanimous--12 of 12 jurors vote guilty. He was tried several months ago and the trial was ruled a mistrial as the jurors were deadlocked at 10-2.

Please, please pray that my daughter will remember specific information that will convince a jury, that the jury be attentive, the judge be on his toes and well rested, that the prosecuting attorney will pick up on anything/everything that may sway the case to a favorable close.

If he is NOT convicted..........there will be yet another pedifile roaming about, looking for a life to destroy.

Thank you in advance,

Teresa

all my prayers, what he did was a horrible and demeaning thing to all of you, (play the "he ruined our lives, he hurt her so much that she couldn't even come to ME, he own mother, out of pure fear" card)

Oh, forgot to mention that he was the pastor of our church all those years, too. Yeah..................

Teresa my prayers are with your daughter and you. Just keep me posted so I can keep the prayers up to date. That was very brave of you to be able to say all that. I know it is not easy. (((Teresa's daughter))) (((Teresa)))

You've got my prayers...

To hell with the prayer, ive got a 40 cal slug, that will change his ways forever!

sounds like a great guy..

Thank you guys so much, I mean that sincerely.

My heart goes out to your daughter and to you may you both find the strength that is needed to get through these times. And to be able to heal within from all that has happen.

You know what............that's been mentioned before. I've heard some pretty good suggestions..........I'll keep you posted...

Teresa. You know what I think about this whole episode and you know how and where to reach me.

Tom.

I appreciate that, txsGal..........

Teresa, that is a terrible ordeal. I'm sorry for your family, as it will affect all of you in a deep way. I'm not being critical, I'm offering a suggestion, based on my own experience. Do you think it is wise to post this intimate information about your daughter? I would be devastated to know that this was being read by strangers (and perhaps, acquaintances) if I were her.

My prayers go out to you and your daughter. God and man will judge your ex. He may have a lot to answer for.

im very sorry for your daughter and you, it will be in my thoughts

Prayers for your daughter and other victims. Why waste a bullet, have rope!

I do have a gun...

if you want, just give me his address, I so happen to know some guys that owe me

My prayers and thought are with you and your daughter. If it is Gods will the above quote shall be done.

You know I love you, Tom. Thank you, and we will talk ASAP, OK?

yashafox, thank you. I know vengeance is not mine, but.........I can hardly wait for the real judgment. It is SO hard!

HMontana: You are so sweet, and I do understand where you are coming from. I asked her about just that and she said that everyone knew it already, so she didn't mind, that we needed everyone's prayers. Thank you, sweetie.

Keep your head up. Remember that God is always with you. I'll keep you and your daughter in my prayers and I'll have my family and friends pray also. God bless.