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Hello First Presbyterian Church,
"How long, O Lord?" seems to be a daily refrain in my prayers these days, as we hear of more and more lives lost due to gun violence. I read earlier today that there have been 224 mass shootings in the US so far in 2023. I continue to grieve the lives lost at the outlet mall in Allen. Gun violence seems closer to home than ever before.
Over the last few months, and especially the last few weeks, gun violence has been a frequent topic of conversation at FPCR- in small groups, Sunday School, staff meetings, Session meetings, worship, and phone calls. Many are grieving, lamenting, and wondering. Emotions are high.
I hope that you will join me next Tuesday, May 23 at 7:00 pm, in the library. I’m going to facilitate an informal time of scripture reading, prayer, and sharing for anyone who needs the presence of a loving community and a safe space to process what we're witnessing and experiencing. All are invited. We will not be engaging in debate or argument. Instead, we hold space for one another to share, listen, lament, and reflect.
If you have any questions between now and then, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
Know that you are in my prayers as you strive to follow Christ in the complicated world we find ourselves in.
Peace,
Pastor Rosy
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