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We may not ever understand why we suffer or be able to control the forces that cause our suffering, but we can have a lot to say about what suffering does to us, and what sort of people we become because of it. Pain makes some people bitter and envious. It makes others sensitive and compassionate. It is the result, not the cause, of pain that makes some experiences of pain meaningful and others empty and destructive.Harold S. Kushner,


SPEAKERAlma Collins Thomasis an ordained minister, educator, motivational speaker, playwright, and author who uses her life experiences of survival and loss to inspire others.Key Aspects of Her Life and Career

• Woman of God: She is an ordained minister and a Bible school teacher who has founded Alma Collins Thomas Ministries.
• Survivor: Her personal journey includes surviving a massive stroke and coping with the tragic loss of her son, Tysean, who passed away in 2009. She continues to empower others even while recovering from her stroke.
• Teacher & Educator: She is an educator by profession, holding B.S. degrees in Human Services and Christian Studies, and has taught for many years.
• Author: She has authored and co-authored several books, including:
  • Dream Killers
  • From the Waiting Room to the Recovery Room
  • Love, Marriage and Divorce (co-authored)
  • Surviving A Stroke: Against All Odds
  • Positive Affirmations
  • Faith
• Motivational Speaker: Alma Collins Thomas is a sought-after motivational speaker, consultant, and coach who shares the wisdom gained from her life’s challenges to empower and inspire others. She is also a podcast host and an active member of the “Sisters with Purpose” group.

She resides in Amityville, New York, and continues to be an active and inspiring figure in her community and beyond.

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