Susan Ingraham was late for worship, but no one could tell she was hurrying -- regular, sharp gait, everything about her seemed shiny and healthy. At 34 Miss Ingraham was startlingly beautiful, especially to twelve year old Chrissy Dillenburger. Chrissy was captivated by her since the day Susan came to worship wearing a plain black dress, black shoes, perfect lipstick and a gold brooch. First thing in the car going home Chrissy said, "Did you see Miss Ingraham? That dress -- and the lipstick was just right for her outfit!"
Unknown to Susan, Chrissy waited for her every Sunday, and so today, instead of listening to the Scripture reading, Chrissy was glancing backwards as the regal Miss Ingraham brushed past the usher, politely received a bulletin, and sat in the next to the last pew. Susan…