gun violence

  • Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids STATEMENT: MSU SHOOTING TRAGEDY

    Dominican Sisters ~ Grand Rapids STATEMENT: MSU SHOOTING TRAGEDY

    February 14, 2023

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 14, 2023 — Grand Rapids, Michigan — Gun violence once again has resulted in senseless killings and injuries of innocent people – this time at Michigan State University. Our hearts are broken for those individuals who lost their lives, those in critical condition, and for their families and friends. We weep […]

  • Preaching Love & Justice on Fulton Street in Grand Rapids Thursdays Aug. 15 – Sept 19, 2019

    Preaching Love & Justice on Fulton Street in Grand Rapids Thursdays Aug. 15 – Sept 19, 2019

    August 15, 2019

    Peace & Justice Neighbor to Neighbor Our Church calls us to witness and ministry. We turn to our Dominican tradition to find our way in these troubled times. That tradition calls upon us to be present with and for our neighbors during times of trial; to pray during times of loss, of grief; and to […]

  • Prayer and Reflection in the Face of Violence – Friday

    Prayer and Reflection in the Face of Violence – Friday

    November 10, 2017

    Because we are human, we suffer angst, anger, and hopelessness when lives are taken from us through violence. As Dominicans, we seek peace and truth through prayer, reflection, and action. May this reflection bring you closer to peace and truth. God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change […]