I read through both the older and recent posting on the subject. I wouldn't take the comment of "Divine Justice" with any credence. The individual fully admitted he had joined after the incident.

And while you have lots of facts and feeling on this case, I personally will withhold any judgement of Nick or Janice without more facts. Religion should always be at the personal level (imo) and discussions of religion can, without meaning to, offend people.

You may find, at some point in the future, you are able to contact your mom. You may never hear from her again. But if you get the chance to; it may be worthwhile to hear her out and find what she has to say for herself.