

Minehead is mourning the loss of a 10-year-old boy after a tragic school bus crash injured several others. The bus, carrying over 60 students and staff, veered off the road while returning from a trip to the zoo. Churches in the town have responded swiftly, offering prayer, pastoral care, and safe spaces for grieving. Tommy Pratt, a trainee minister at Minehead Baptist Church, described the incident’s deep impact on the close-knit community. Church members with ties to the school were among those affected, and many locals are still 'processing' the shock. Churches across denominations are coordinating efforts to support families, school staff, and medical workers. The Hub café has opened its doors for prayer and conversation, and churches are preparing Sunday services with space for lament and reflection. A GoFundMe appeal has raised over £15,000 for affected families. Amid sorrow, the community’s unified and compassionate response has become a source of strength. Church leaders are praying for God’s peace, healing, and comfort during this time of collective grief.
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