NINETEEN
Kelly sat slumped on a park bench, sobbing uncontrollably. She had already used up all the tissues that she had on her and was now reduced to using the sleeve of her jumper to dab her eyes and wipe her nose.
Her life seemed to be over, as far as she was concerned.
Ever since she was old enough to understand, the church had always been her rock, her saviour. Regardless of what she did or said, she always knew that once she made a good confession, her sins would be absolved, and she could start again.
Now, even the church could not save her from her sin.
The fact that Father Grace was unable to absolve her was the final nail in her coffin. She was destined to spend eternity in hell, and there was no way out for her. Her life of honesty, kindness and compassion had all been for
