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MISSION AND SERVICE RESOURCES

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Following the most recent tragic shootings in Gilroy, El Paso, and Dayton, many congregations may be wondering how they can help put a stop to the epidemic of gun violence in our communities.  The following information may be of help as congregations explore ways to get involved:
 
 Presbyterian Disaster Assistance’s film "Trigger: The Ripple Effect of Gun Violence” is a documentary you can watch with your congregation and share with your community. Trigger frames gun violence as a “disaster” and “public health” issue.  It examines how one shooting impacts individuals, families and communities and gives voice to the questions and insights that arise. A study guide is available. The documentary DVD is available through the presbytery's resource center. Email Cheryl Carson to check it out. Click here for the study guide. The film is also now streaming on Amazon Prime. This is a first for the national church and it such an amazing opportunity to share the film around the world.  Click here to read the Presbyterian News Service article here. 

Click here to learn more about PDA's response to public violence

The Disaster Distress Helpline is a  24/7, 365-day-a--year, national hotline dedicated to providing immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster. This toll-free, multilingual, and confidential crisis support service is available to all residents in the United States and its territories. Stress, anxiety, and other depression-like symptoms are common reactions after a disaster. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.  
TTY 1-800-846-8517.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline

 
PCUSA ordains first-known minister of Gun Violence Prevention on July 7. Click here to read the article.
 
NPR: America's First Gun Violence Prevention Minister
https://www.npr.org/2019/08/02/747504700/americas-first-gun-violence-prevention-minister
 
Active Shooter training for Houses of Worship
https://www.fema.gov/faith-resources
https://www.alicetraining.com/our-program/alice-training/worship/places-of-worship-training/
 


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