Our hearts ache for your loss. I pray that God will give you peace and comfort in this troubling time. I pray your Christmas will be as good as it can possibly be during these times.

A.J. Reed

by A.J. Reed in Dover Permalink

I am so sorry for the loose of your family. I dont think I could take, what all of you people are going through. my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless you all. 

by Connie Hoffer Bruce in Zanesville Permalink

To everyone in Newtown, CT, my heart goes out to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Much love to you all.

Sincerely,
Pastor Justin Marsh,
Universal Life Church Ministries

by Justin M. in Pawtucket Permalink

Dear Sandy Hook,

I'm truly saddened by what had happened last week.  I hope that all the families will stay safe and I hope that recovery from this tragic event is possible.  Just remember that people are grieving with you from coast to coast.  All of you affected by this event are in my thoughts and heart forever.

by S in San Francisco Permalink

Dear Families of Newtown: 

I hope you all know that the world is behind you, to support you. These children, and these adults, will never be forgotten: their goodness, kindness, intelligence, and their remembrance helps them to live on in all of us. 

by Z in Tappan Permalink

I am so sorry for the tragic accident that has happened to you and your families i pray 
Everyday and hope that everyone affected by this tragedy may god help
You find some comfort 

by valerie in clarksburg Permalink

Dear Sandy Hook/Newtown~
  I don't feel I have very much to say. I just wanted to let you know: you are not alone. I cried -frequently - on that Friday. I think that all of America is grieving with you. It's not much. It's not tangible, as I wish it could be. But if it helps you to know, we are with you. You are precious to me, and to all of us. All my love. 

by Suzy in Clarkston Permalink

Dear Families of Sandy Hook,

I am not sure exactly how to console you, but I just wanted to let you know that you will never be alone. You will never be alone to bear the pain of what happened, for there will always be many people and many families like yours grieving with you and standing by you. My family is just one of those many families that will be there for you, no matter what. My hope for you is that you may be able to take this loss and turn into a gain of strength and determination. Take this opportunity to become better and stronger human beings for yourself and, most importantly, for the adults and children whose lives were lost during the tragic event. Make them proud. I know you can do it and so does the rest of America.

 

by Sumedh in San Jose Permalink

Always thinking about your town and families. 

by Kylie in Boise Permalink

Twas' 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38.
when 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven's gate.
their smiles were contagious, their laughter filled the air.
they could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there.
they were filled with such joy, they didn't know what to say.
they remembered nothing of what had happened earlier that day.
"where are we?" asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse.
"this is heaven." declared a small boy. "we're spending Christmas at God's house."
when what to their wondering eyes did appear,
but Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near.
He looked at them and smiled, and they smiled just the same.
then He opened His arms and He called them by name.
and in that moment was joy, that only heaven can bring.
those children all flew into the arms of their King.
and as they lingered in the warmth of His embrace,
one small girl turned and looked at Jesus' face.
and as if He could read all the questions she had.
He gently whispered to her, "I'll take care of mom and dad."
then He looked down on earth, the world far below.
He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe.
then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand,
"Let My power and presence re-enter this land!"
"may this country be delivered from the hands of fools".
"I'm taking back my nation. I'm taking back my schools!"
then He and the children stood up without a sound.
"come now my children, let me show you around."
excitement filled the space, some skipped and some ran.
all displaying enthusiasm that only a small child can.
and I heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight,
"in the midst of this darkness, I AM STILL THE LIGHT."

by Cameo Smith in Mt. Wolf Permalink

Dear Sandy Hook,
From my experience, when someone you love dies you want the whole world to stop and acknowledge the loss with you. All activity should cease.  The world must recognize that it has lost someone wonderful and that life will be a lot less interesting without that person. 

Sandy Hook, the world has stopped. The world hears your heaving sobs and sees the shock in your faces and we feel it, too. We see the faces of your children and teachers and know that we as humanity have lost them. 

We hear you and we grieve with you. 

With sympathy that cannot be adequately expressed, 
C. Jordan 
Georgia, US

by C. Jordan in GA Permalink

 I haven't had a day that I haven't thought of you and your dear famlies.
I have often said that boring and normal is for me and I pray that those days will come
for you and your families. The future is different without your world being shaped by your child.
We truly lift you up to the King of Kings he is the only one who can help.
Please know your never alone for we will carry you with us ever where we go.
God please hold these dear folks in your arms.
North Carolina Cares

by Logan in Winston Salem Permalink

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Mary Grace Katchen
Admissions Assistant
Bergen County Academies
200 Hackensack Ave
Hackensack, NJ 07601

by Mary Grace Katchen in Leonia Permalink

Sending my love to the families. Be strong guys. Everything's gonna be alright. This is just so sad but we have to move on and just be happy cause they are in a better place now. 

by Gabrielle in Manila Permalink

It really broke my heart when I heard about the incident. I'm from the other side of the world but I couldn't help thinking about it so much. They're all in a better place now and we hope that their families would be courageous enough to move on from this incident. We're sending our love and support through this letter and we hope that this might help in making the families feel better. There will always be a brighter day and they're in a better place now so let's just be strong for them :) 

by Ela in Manila Permalink