Statement of Bishop David Zubik on mass shootings

Over and over and over, we grieve as a nation for the victims of mass shootings, praying for the souls of those who have died and for the long recovery of those with wounded bodies and broken hearts. Our prayers must also lead us to actions that will address the complex causes of these crimes. Among those steps are limiting civilian access to high capacity weapons and magazines, addressing online sites that encourage violence, improving access to mental health care for those who may be prone to violence and working to overcome the racism that contributes to some of these crimes. The victims of these shootings will be in my prayers – as will those who hold the power to help prevent these massacres.