I was distressed and saddened to learn of the shootings at the West Nickel Mines Amish School in Lancaster County. My prayers are with the families whose children died as well as with the students who were injured and traumatized in this senseless tragedy. I pray that God will comfort them all and sustain them in the difficult days ahead. It is my hope that they know their fellow Pennsylvanians join with them in prayerful support.

The entire community is experiencing the shock that comes in the wake of violence toward young people. All human life is a gift and young children are especially precious in the eyes of the Lord. May the Holy Spirit console everyone involved at this time of sadness and pain.

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