Dear Friend,

The epidemic of gun violence in America continued this weekend, with mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, claiming the lives of at least 31 people. These tragedies reveal the violent intersecting problems of white nationalism, domestic terrorism, gun violence, and toxic masculinity that grip our nation. 

Thoughts and prayers are not enough. As the Bible instructs us, we must "love not in word or speech, but in truth and action" (1 John 3:18). We must act now by urging Congress to appropriate funds for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to research gun violence; to ban assault weapons; and to mandate universal background checks to keep guns out of the hands of people with violent histories, including those who have perpetrated domestic violence.

As a person of faith, use your voice to call on Congress to pass sensible legislation to address gun violence. 

Sincerely,

Jim Wallis