:( I hope this post is not inappropriate for this group, but I am trying to get as many prayers as possible for this family.

Joe Herring, a young man in our parish, attempted suicide by gunshot last week. His physical recovery will be long and painful. His mental and emotional recovery will be even more challenging.

Please keep Joe Herring and his family – his parents and 12 siblings -- in your prayers.
Feel free to ask others to pray for this young man also.

You can "meet" Joe and check his story/progress at:

http://www.caringbridge.org/cb/viewHome.do

JoNell

So sorry…Lots of prayers your way.

How sad for your parish, Joe's friends and family. There are no "right" words to make this situation any easier for anyone. I hope Joe realizes that he is surrounded by love and support and will be able to become stronger knowing that he is not alone.

My thoughts are with your community in this tough time.

Jenn