It is with gut wrenching sorrow that we come together – again – to express outrage and deep concern for the continued gun violence in our country, especially that committed against children.

. This year's event is titled "What Works: Gun Violence Prevention in Communities." Our discussion will focus on various gun violence prevention initiatives that have been implemented at the local and state levels.

It is a relief to learn that the nearly 10 million Americans who live in Arizona, Montana and West Virginia feel safe from gun violence. Three Democratic senators from these states will not take all necessary steps to pass two gun-control bills that the House of Representatives approved last Thursday.

Please join us in wearing orange this weekend, June 5-7, in support of National Wear Orange Weekend, sponsored by the national gun violence prevention organization, Everytown for Gun Safety.

Sadly, there is a connection between suicide and gun violence. Come to Congregation Har HaShem to learn more from an expert panel that will discuss suicide and the role of guns.