At sixteen years of age, Melanie was killed by a drive-by shooter. Then something beautiful, though painful, happened. In this interview of Linda Miers, Melanie’s mother, Fr. Mike explores with her the legacy of Melanie’s life.
Not too long before, Melanie had mentioned to her mother that she wanted to be designated as an organ donor when she got her driver’s license. As it turns out, someone came to see Linda at the time of the accident when it was clear that Melanie was brain dead.That started a wonderful ministry with which Linda is still involved today.Follow this heart-breaking story through the tragedy and doubt to the hope and challenge that her life and death offers all of us.
