Sympathy and Prayers

My sympathy and prayers go to our PCUSA Moderator, Bruce Reyes-Chow and his wife Robin on the death, Friday, of Brian Pugh, Robin's brother. According to news reports he and two others were shot and killed while in their work place.

Loss of a loved one is difficult at any time but lives taken by murder for those left behind seem harder to accept. We also need to remember the other two individuals and families who lost loved ones as well as the perpetrator and his family.

May God surround and comfort these families in the midst of this tragedy. Lord give those ministering to them directly love that comes from you, sustain them Father through these difficult times and the days ahead.
Lord I would pray for the spirit of forgiveness for these families.  May they know and experience your forgiveness in the days ahead.  May your powerful love engulf them.
May you grant peace and understanding.  

In Jesus name I pray, 

Amen