[BarbaraC1977]

Today at Mass, Fr. Francisco did not preach a homily. He indicated we would sit in silence, sending our thoughts and prayers to the people of Newtown CT. After 10 minutes or so of peaceful quiet, he indicated we are "adopting" St. Rose of Lima parish in Newtown, and invited us to write Christmas cards of condolence, hope and prayer for the people of the community. Drop them at his office, and he'll overnight all of them on Thursday. Thank you, Father, for this wonderful idea.
Some of you may have seen this post on my Facebook page. I am posting it here, also, because I think the idea is wonderful, and it sounds like something our ScrapGirls' community would do. If you want to send a letter supporting the community at large, the parents, teachers, pastors & rabbis, families and citizens of Newtown, the address to send to is:

St. Rose of Lima Roman Catholic Church
46 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470

I'm sure the other faith communities in Newtown would also appreciate this outreach; perhaps someone else can provide additional addresses.

[lorac]

This is very touching, Barbara. Thanks for posting this. I will send a card or letter out this week. I know our SG community will adopt this town as well.

[Becster]

Wonderful idea. I was thinking about finding the address for the United Methodist Church and giving it to our congregation. We are holding a prayer service tomorrow night at 6:00.

[Florida granny]

Thanks, Barbara, for posting this.

[AggieB]

Another Sunday thought - Emanuel, in all our troubles and amidst the evils of the world, He is with us. I was listening to part of the memorial service in Newton tonight and was touched by the many branches of the people of God offering their condolences.
The cards are a great idea, Barb. Thanks for the suggestion

[teecee]

This is a wonderful idea Barbara - thanks for posting!

[jenrou]

Thanks Barbara. Wonderful. I wanted to do something. I think my dau- in-law teacher will also want to do this. Usually we don't know where to send things or what to do..

[DixieLee]

This is a touching idea to send cards to them!

[Cheri T]

A wonderful idea - thank you for posting this Barbara.

[Sara Arell]

Thank you, Barbara, for posting the address for us - I think it's a wonderful idea! I will send a card out most definitely.

[Jane in N.Z]

what a wonderful idea, I'm sure it will bring warm thoughts to those of this devasteded community knowing others are praying for them

[GinnyW]

Thank you Barbara, this is a wonderful thought and idea.

[MariJ]

Thank you for posting this touching idea, Barbara and such an easy way to send support.

[cherryyllaann]

Great idea Barbara.

[Nica]

For those of you that would like to do something similar,

Here's the United Methodist Church:

Newtown United Methodist Church
92 Church Hill Road
Sandy Hook, Connecticut 06482
Phone: (203) 426-9998


And the Orthodox Presbyterian Church:

Community Presbyterian Church (OPC)
31 Main St
Newtown, CT 06470

[tinkerbell11]

Thank you Barbara, it would be nice to send a card (feeling so overwhelmed and helpless about this ) !!!

[LaLo1103]

Thanks for the addresses. I've been thinking about this and its good to have some address options.

[(lynn)]

I also heard on the news that letters can be sent to:
Message of Condolence
PO Box 3700
Newtown, CT 06470

I believe this has affected everyone--and maybe a bit more to those of us who are or were first grade teachers.
I still have tears when I hear anything about what happened to everyone in that school.

Happy and safe holidays to everyone.

Lyn (mrh)