God really is a miracle worker.
In a powerful testament, Sophia Forchas, one of the students wounded in the Annunciation Catholic School shooting, was released from the hospital and welcomed home by her classmates.
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As Charisma media previously reported, Forchas was shot in the head during the mass shooting that took place on Aug. 27. She had to undergo emergency surgery the day of the shooting and would have to go through an extensive therapy process. CBS News also noted that Forchas had to have some of her skull removed to ensure that her brain did not swell.
NEW: Annunciation Catholic Church shooting victim Sophia Forchas welcomed back by her classmates after making a "miraculous" recovery.
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 24, 2025
Forchas' family says Sophia was saved by "the mercy and intervention of our Lord Jesus Christ."
Doctors were shocked by her recovery, as noted… pic.twitter.com/Xh3Rvb0KXp
Forchas, as CBS pointed out, was picked up by a white limousine from Gillette Children’s Hospital in St. Paul. She then stopped at Hennepin Healthcare, where droves of nurses and doctors greeted her and sang Happy Birthday, as she had just turned 13.
Previously, the Forchas family gave an update on her condition, saying, “Sophia is winning! Your prayers are working.” They also noted that “We are humbled by the countless individuals across the globe who have lifted her in prayer…God has heard our prayers and wrapped Sophia in His healing embrace.”
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Sophia’s story is a living reminder that God still moves mountains and answers prayer. What began as a tragedy has become a testimony of faith, perseverance and the power of divine healing. As her community rejoices and her recovery journey continues, Sophia’s miraculous homecoming stands as a beacon of hope—proof that, even in the darkest moments, God’s light still breaks through.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment.
