[Episcopal Diocese of Arizona]

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

I share with you the statement issued today by the Bishops Against Gun Violence, of which I am a member. It is a call to prayer, but also to action.

One small, symbolic action is to join in the bell ringing scheduled for tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m. our time. If this is too short of a notice, you might consider doing it another time tomorrow.  

Please know of my solidarity with all of you as we mourn the loss of our neighboring brothers and sisters in Nevada. I have been in personal contact with Bishop Edwards of Nevada, who appreciates our support at this time.

Statement from Bishops United Against Gun Violence  

Faithfully,

Bishop Kirk Stevan Smith

Episcopal Diocese of Arizona