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Reflecting on the Tragedy at Virginia Tech:
An Evening of Dialogue and Prayer

Sunday, April 29, 2007
7:30 PM in Benedict Hall (directions)
(one block west of the Clarendon Metro - Orange Line)

Making sense of the tragedy of violence and suffering, like that endured within the Virginia Tech community, seems impossible. And yet, it is within the company of each other that we can both mourn, heal, and learn from each other. Join our Pastor Fr. Gerry Creedon in an evening of reflection, sharing, and prayer where all voices are heard and respected. All are welcome and refreshments will be served. Contact adultfaith@stcharleschurch.org

"The heart of the Good News is that God is with us-a God who wills us, not to death and destruction, but to healing and fuller life. Though our world and our lives seem utterly broken by sin and incompleteness, God's power is at work bringing all to wholeness. No matter how crushed and abandoned we feel, Scripture assures us that God has special care for us even in moments of suffering and death. "Not one sparrow falls to the ground without your Father's notice," says Jesus. "As for you, even the hairs of your head are counted. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows!" (Matthew 10:29-31)"

Fr. Jack Wintz, O.F.M from "Why Must I Suffer"
of the Catholic Update series, online at www.AmericanCatholic.org.