The Safe Haven Center hosts a poignant prayer vigil at Selma City Hall, honoring the lives lost to gun violence, including recent tragedies over Valentine’s Day weekend. Community members and leaders, led by Rev. Michael Bowen, emphasize the rising violence in Selma, particularly the deaths of local residents like Marcus Martin and a 14-year-old victim, calling for urgent action to address the crisis that affects numerous families.
Rev. Evelyn Manns underscores the critical role of churches in fostering community awareness and unity against violence, lamenting the low turnout from local pastors. The vigil serves not only as a remembrance for the more than 200 gun violence victims documented in a memorial book but also as a call to action for the community to stand collectively against ongoing gun violence threats, urging a renewed commitment to safety and support for mourning families.
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