“Prayer that leads to action” is needed to counter a bewildering rise in mass shootings and gun violence, said Atlanta Archbishop Gregory J. Hartmayer.
After multiple mass shootings, Atlanta archbishop calls for ‘prayer that leads to action’
‘God is with us’ amid evil of mass shooting, says Texas deacon
As a small Texas community grapples with a mass shooting, a Catholic parish is turning to prayer and trust in God. “God is with us amid evil,” said Deacon Larry Terrell of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cleveland, Texas, May 1
Catholic leaders, laity join in ‘Linking Arms for Change’ to push for gun safety in Tennessee
The group organized a three-mile-long human chain that drew more than 8,000 people and ended at the capitol to urge the Legislature to take steps to address gun violence.
Suspect pleads not guilty in murder of LA Auxiliary Bishop O’Connell
Medina admitted to the killing, said District Attorney George Gascón during a Feb. 22 press conference.
Gunman attacks Jehovah’s Witness hall in Germany; 7 reported dead, including gunman
German police were searching for a possible motive after a shooter opened fire March 9 at the place of worship, killing at least seven people, including an unborn baby.
Prayer services honor student slain outside Atlanta’s Lyke House Newman Center
On March 2, police arrested Keontay Holliman-Peoples, 25, in the death of Sterling and he was charged with felony murder, aggravated assault and other counts.
University community comes together in prayer after fatal shooting
Once again, the country is mourning “the loss of human lives due to an act of violence,” Bishop Barry C. Knestout said in a Nov. 14 statement.
Photos of the Week: July 11, 2022
In the spotlight: Notre Dame exhibit, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Illinois mass shooting