Tuesday, April 10, 2001 about 10:00 am


Mr. Jim Hill,
the Executive Director
of the Missouri Baptist Convention

Dr. Ray Leininger,
SBU Trustee and pastor
of the First Baptist Church
of Bolivar, Missouri

The Southwest Baptist University
Board of Trustees and Regents

Dear Ladies and Gentlemen:

I was wrong:  There are no figs from thorn trees.

I am sorry that you have chosen not to resolve this situation
peacefully.

I would wish you the best in Christ, but I am no longer
certain that you know Him.

In spite of your hatred towards me, I will not return it.  I still
have a gift for you this Easter.

Sincerest Regards,

Marie Ann O'Hara