Smithville, Mississippi

A wooden cross stands in front of the ruins of Smithville Baptist Church May 1, 2011 in Smithville, Miss. Fifteen people died when an EF5 tornado struck the town on April 27, 2011. (Photo by Carmen K. Sisson/Cloudybright)

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Music: Praise You in this Storm by Casting Crowns (lyrics)

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A wooden cross stands in front of the ruins of Smithville Baptist Church May 1, 2011 in Smithville, Miss. Sixteen people died when an EF5 tornado struck the town on April 27, 2011. (Photo by Carmen K. Sisson/Cloudybright)

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Carmen K. Sisson tagged churches, Mississippi, photojournalism, religion, Smithville, tornado