To all the families of newton connecticut, i am so sorry to hear what has happened to your community. I pray that you will not be bitter against God. I can promise you that this was something he did not wish for to happen. Do not blame Him, do not blame yourselves, do not blame nancy lanza as well. what has happened on the 18th happened for a reason. please be strong! we will be keeping you in our prayers. God never puts people through things that he believes they are not capable of overcoming. God Bless you all.
by Amy in New Brunswick Permalink
Please know that one more person is praying for you all daily. I believe that Jesus is holding all of your children close and that you will be with them again one day.
by Anne in Orlando Permalink
Words can not really describe what you must be going through right now. But just knowing that you are all safe now is such a blessing to hear. While it must have been such a struggle this past week, I hope you know that we are all behind you and we are praying for you. I hope that you can continue to come together as a community and really share in the love that you have for one another. Stay strong, keep praying, and keep loving. In Him, Kee Yeon Won
by Kee Yeon Won in Closter Permalink
Dear Sandyhook,
It is a terrible thing that this tragedy had happen at Sandy Hook Elementary school, however this also brought the nation together as one. Its amazing how there are heroes in our every day lives, it opened up my eyes to see my teachers around me at school as heroes. The children that lost their lives in the shooting will always be remembered and in our hearts especially the teachers and the principle who were killed trying to protect the children. Heaven has 26 beautiful angels up there, watching and protecting everyone in Newtown CT. As we mourn for them we also should be thankful that more lives haven't been loss. The beautiful children that lost their lives will always be in our hearts. This shooting has shook up the town and the whole nation. Bringing us all to tears and helping us realize how unexpected life can be. Please stay strong, you have the whole nation to lean on.
Sincerely,
Susan
by Susan in Ridgefield Permalink
To those of Newtown, CT - Six months ago I lost my younger brother in a horrible accident - he was hit by a car getting off the school bus and in an instant - he was taken from us. He was 15. I was in (and very much am still in) a similar situation that many of your families are in now and I want you all to know - that you CAN and you WILL heal in time. Every day forward will feel a little (and I mean, a very little) more normal than the day before. A lot of people will tell you to "be strong," but honestly - it is okay to be weak during times like these. Rely on those around you. Talk to people. Share your feelings and share your thoughts. Cry when you have to. Don't hold anything in. Trust me - the more you let it out, the better you will feel. Remember that you have friends, family and the rest of the world praying for you and just waiting for you to ask for help. Accept what people offer you. Never feel like you're alone. I cannot find the words to truly express how much I care about you all and how much I feel for each and every single one of you. I am thinking about you and I pray that you all are able to find something every day that makes you smile and that takes the pain that you feel away for even just a couple of seconds. Do things that you love and do not ever lose hope. All my love and hope, Amanda Pennslyvania
by Amanda in Harrisburg Permalink
The thought of enduring the heartbreak that you all have experienced in the past few days is unimaginable. Loving a child is a feeling like no other; watching them grow with amazement for the simple pleasures in life is such an incredible thing in and of itself. My love and prayers go out to each family directly affected by this tragedy, and also to the entire town of Newtown, whose people have to live with the history that this horrific tragedy occurred where they lay their heads to rest. I wish you all a light in the dark, my deepest prayers & sympathy. Brighter days will come <3.
by Kristen M. in Brighton Permalink
I'll be praying for healing and forgiveness for you guys
by Dave in hillsborough Permalink
Dear Everyone, My heart is broken so deeply for ya. I'm praying all the time that God comfort You. I lost my Mom in Apirl I know The pain that comes. I'm truly moved by Emilie's Dad and his And his wife's words still remain I see faith in action, love in action wow I have growing to do please pray That I get there. I have six children In all and would do anything for them. Not sure that I'm that humble yet but Wanting to be. Please don't take this the Way but people has changed because Of this we are loving more today as we Don't know what a day will bring!!! You all are thought about and prayed for All day in my house. I leave you with This verse PSALM 61-1-2 Hear my cry, I God ,listen to my prayer From the ends of the earth I call to you I callas my heart grows faint, lead me to the Rock that is higher than I.
by Celestra Gordon in Madison Permalink
I am a mother of a 6 yr old and I can not fathom sending my daughter to school one day to never see her again. My heart has broken a thousand times over for the innocent people who lost their lives in that tragic event. I pray every day that the Lord will give these families the strength to pull through this. I had a brother who took his own life 3 yrs ago and to watch our mother lose one of her children was something I wish upon no one. These families and all the children envolved have a long, hard road ahead of them. We as a country need to continue our support for them and let them know we care.
by Shnae in Lufkin Permalink
Precious as such is a child and life that to hear the tragedy that befell them that Friday. Was so heartbreaking for me to see unfold there. And i know there be no words that can express the pain . To have 20 cherubs and 7 angles heavenward....in peace. And to all my prayers .....
by Penny in WPB Permalink
Your beautiful children are up in Heaven, smiling upon you.
by Sarah J. in New Brunswick Permalink
MY heart Gose Out to all the famlies that lost chidren and Teachers .. I hope You all find peace and comfort Through God May god bless You all
by shannon in charlestown Permalink
I am lighting a candle at the feet of my statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary and praying the Rosary. All of the strength and comfort for you and all your families is my intention. The Blessed Mother understands your pain and will be by your side along with her Son and our Lord Jesus to love and console you all! Please accept our deepest condolences. You are forever in our prayers. Maureen
by Maureen in Franklin Permalink
I pray that the souls of children and teachers that have lost to be in hands of God. I pray that the fathers and mothers who have lost their children to become stronger and more faithful so that they will be strengthened by the power of God. They will always be in our prayer and thoughts.
by Tony Hong in Ridgefield Permalink
20 Angels (In loving memory to all the victims of Sandy Hook Elementary) - Dougie Simps 20, The number of future dreams that will never be, The number of smiling faces we will never see, The number of birthday wishes that are forever gone, The number of innocent lives whose hearts will forever live on, The number twenty is not a number that will be remembered in despair and hate, The number twenty are the amount of new angels that god has open up the gate, Broken hearts please do not lose faith. Allow your angel to guide you and pick you up when your legs feel weak, Allow the wind to be their hugs, Rain to be their kisses,Allow the beauty of life to be the moment you and your angel, yet again meet. 20 Angels to watch over us, 20 Angels in who we follow and trust, Please have faith in the good in us, To the 20 angels, we love you and miss you...please Rest in Peace Remind us how to love, Allow good faith in us to yet again...be reached Let Us Pray "In loving memory to all the victims of Sandy Hook Elementary" God Bless and Rest In Peace -Dougie Simps
by doug simpkins in greenlawn Permalink