Amish Grace is a made-for-TV movie that depicts the aftermath of the school shooting in Nickel Mines, including the way in which the Amish community forgave the gunman, Charles Carl Roberts IV. The movie is based on the book Amish Grace: How Forgiveness Transcended Tragedy, written by Donald Kraybill, Steven Nolt, and David Weaver-Zercher.
The movie follows Ida (played by Kimberly Williams-Paisley), the mother of one of the slain girls, as she struggles to come to terms with her grief and anger. Despite her initial desire for revenge, Ida is eventually able to find peace through forgiveness, inspired by the Amish community's compassionate response to the tragedy.
The movie explores the Amish concept of forgiveness, which is rooted in their deep faith and commitment to non-violence. It also touches on the unique challenges faced by the Amish community in dealing with the aftermath of the shooting, including the media attention and the need to balance their desire for justice with their deeply-held beliefs.
Throughout the movie, the Amish community is portrayed as a close-knit and supportive group, with strong bonds of faith and love holding them together. Their forgiveness of the gunman is seen as an act of grace, a testament to their commitment to peace and reconciliation.
In addition to Kimberly Williams-Paisley, the movie features a talented cast of actors, including Tammy Blanchard, Madison Mason, and Matt Letscher. Amish Grace was produced by Larry A. Thompson and directed by Gregg Champion, with a screenplay by Sylvie White and Teena Booth. It premiered on the Lifetime network in March of 2010 and has since become a cherished example of the power of forgiveness and the resilience of the human spirit.