It is essential that you care for yourself and one another, restoring the spiritual energy which comes in the Holy Spirit. Keep checking on members and those in your community. Worship, prayer, sharing stories, work with children are critical. The days ahead promise further grief and disjunction, experiences which we may not imagine at this point. The ministry of compassion and presence is a critical witness to the love we know in Jesus Christ.
Funds are necessary.
The Presbyterian Disaster Assistance program will stand with us for the long haul. Ministry across the metropolitan area in response to this tragedy will continue for months, probably years. Financial resources are imperative. You may direct your gifts to the Presbytery Office and we will get them into the proper hands. I am aware of words and actions directed toward innocent people because of the hurt and anger of this tragedy.