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NTSB Begins Probe Into Plane Crash That Killed Pastor, Son
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Published: May 15, 2008
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TAMPA -- Federal investigators today issued preliminary findings into the crash of a single-engine Piper into a North Carolina mountain on Monday killing the pastor of the Bell Shoals Baptist Church and his son.
The plane crashed on a mountainside some 4,700 feet above sea level, said National Transportation Safety Board spokesman Peter Knudson. The entire plane was found in one spot, indicating to investigators that the plane was intact when it hit the ground, killing the Rev. Forrest Pollock and his 13-year-old son, Preston.
"The investigator went to the plane wreckage site yesterday," he said. He found the aircraft in one compact location, Knudson said.
The crash site was in a heavily wooded, steeply graded area, he said, and the wreckage will have to be pulled out by helicopter.
From there, the wreckage will be transported to Atlanta, where the NTSB investigator will continue the investigation to determine just what caused the plane to plummet.
The investigation will include recorded radio transmissions and examinations of the weather in the area during the time of the crash, Knudson said.
Donald Jason, the forensic pathologist with Wake Forest University's School of Medicine said the autopsies took about two hours to complete and preliminary conclusions were that Pollock and his son died of multiple injuries sustained in the crash.
Pollock was positively identified through dental records. His son was identified visually, Jason said.
The deaths have shaken the church, located in Brandon. Thousands turned out for a prayer meeting Wednesday night. Pollock is survived by his wife and five children.
A service was set for 11 a.m. Saturday at the church, 2102 Bell Shoals Road, Brandon. The doors will open at 9:30 a.m., according to the church's Web site.
A reception will follow the services. Burial will be on Tuesday in Oklahoma City, Okla.
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Posted by ( Scarlette ) on May 15, 2008 at 6:38 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
May their beautiful faces rest in peace. God said it was time!
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Posted by ( 3rd_POV ) on May 15, 2008 at 10:09 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Jesus was their copilot but I guess he was asleep at the wheel.
This is why you don't train to be a pilot at the Iraqi Flight School.
They don't teach landings, only take-offs.
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Posted by ( 3rd_POV ) on May 15, 2008 at 10:14 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
You suppose a better headline would be:
"Couldn't See the Forrest for the Trees"..
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Posted by ( swadstrom2 ) on May 16, 2008 at 9:26 a.m. ( Suggest removal )
3rd_pov...The Christian Community prays for you that you will find the love and peace of Jesus. We also pray that no one would ever make hurtful comments to you during a time of loss in your life. God Bless you.
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Posted by ( BMinnick ) on May 16, 2008 at 6:40 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Part One- Pastor Pollock
Please consider your future right now. Pastor Pollock lived each day to see people become saved believers. Pastor Pollock was prepared, but never expected to die so soon. You will face death whether later today or in years to come. Can you say for sure you are going to heaven? What will you say to God if He would ask you "why should I let you into heaven?" If you have any other answer than you have believed & trusted Jesus Christ as your Savior you are not a believer and are not presently going to heaven should you die. Here's what you have to consider. The Bible is very accurate. Take a look at how accurate the Bible is on Israel, science, history, and prophesy. God's Word is Truth. The random possibility of predicting fulfilled prophesy in the Bible is one in trillions. Now,consider this truth. God loves you so much He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die as payment for your sins. You see God is love, but God is also righteous and requires payment for sin. Each person has to either accept Jesus Christ paying thru His death for their sins or each person has to pay for their own sins at death. Now here's what is wonderfully exciting about God. God is not willing that any person should perish, but all become believers. God does not force belief & acceptance of His Son's work of dying for our sins down our throats. We have a God given free will to accept His Son or reject His Son. If we reject His Son we are still condemned to pay for our sins. I ask you has anyone ever taught you to lie, steal, or cheat. Of course not. Like me you are a sinner by nature born to sin. Because we are sinners, we need a Savior or we will face God's wrath at death in judgment. Finally, some knowledge to remember. Nothing can purchase your eternal life except Jesus Christ’s payment. No matter how good you are, just one sin in your lifetime makes you guilty with punishment of spiritual death forever. Good works do not save anyone. Neither can any church, priest, gift of money, act of kindness, or trying to be a good person. The Bible clearly states "not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to His mercy He saves us." The Bible teaches you accept Jesus Christ once as your Savior, and never again have to fear death. No matter how bad your sins are you are forgiven by God. What a wonderful feeling to be forgiven of all past sin. The payment for your sin is fulfilled, and Jesus Christ keeps you saved each day. Jesus Christ is responsible for your salvation, and Jesus Christ tells us in the Bible He has never lost any believers. Once saved always saved as a believer. When you do sin you just ask forgiveness and God cleanse you of all sin. Sin never puts at risk a believers salvation. Sin effects our communication with God. After you become a believer ask forgiveness right away when you sin and keep your phone line open to God.
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Posted by ( BMinnick ) on May 16, 2008 at 6:42 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Part Two- Pastor Pollock
" Truly, truly he who believes in Me has eternal life.” Jesus Christ “ I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” The Bible -except a man believes he can not see the kingdon of God. Accept God's free gift of eternal life today by believing Jesus Christ, God's Son, died and rose again paying your punishment for your sin. Know today you have forgiveness for all your sins and have eternal life forever with a God that loves you enough to require His Son to die in your place. Life with God is priceless. Without Jesus Christ you will face judgment & death forever. Why wait? Right now in the presence of God you can believe God and ask Jesus Christ to be your Savior. John 6:47
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Posted by ( BMinnick ) on May 16, 2008 at 6:48 p.m. ( Suggest removal )
Part Three- Pastor Pollock
Truly, truly, he who believes has everlasting life.” “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and thou shalt be saved.” The Bible- Call on me (God) and I will hear.
Remember, God’s nature does not permit Him to lie. The Bible “I lie not” His promise of eternal life is forever. If you accept Jesus Christ as your Savior, please visit a Bible believing church or contact Bell Shoals Baptist Church thru their web address for free help guides to the Christian life. This is the best life filled with joy anyone can ever live. God daily helps & bless' you on your journey of life. Nothing compares to being an adopted child of God. God brings love & joy to new believers. You are forgiven of all your past sin.
Again in love I ask this question. Do you know if you have eternal life? When God asks you “why should I let you into heaven?” What will your answer be?
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