

| My son, Sean Cater, was murdered October 15, 1989 at age 21. He was killed by an 18 year old youth. I cannot describe the pain a mother experiences when she loses a child so tragically and unexpectedly. In the natural scheme of things, it seems so unnatural for a child to die before his parents. I asked God, how was I expected to go on with my life when a part of me had died too? My solace came from the word of God and the loving support of my family and friends. Addie and I began ministering to each other due to a common tragedy, the deaths of our sons. We decided that even though our sons had been taken from us, we had much to give to other youth and their parents. So from the deaths of two bright aspiring young men, Sean Cater and James Mix, emerged a RAY of Hope for our youth. By reclaiming our youth, with the help and support of RAY members, other community organizations, family and friends, we will be able to give them a hope and a future. |

