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OMAHA (KPTM) — Church leaders and worshippers come together to confront gun violence in the community. Their hope is that increased awareness and support will help pave the way for change.
Sunday night's prayer rally came after several shootings earlier this month killed three people including two teenagers and set off a wave of panic at many Omaha schools.
The service at Pilgrim Baptist Church was one of both discontent for the current situation and hope for the future. Calling the level of violence in the city a crisis, a group of pastors from several North Omaha churches offered prayers and pleas to God and the community to help them make a difference. A packed crowd also heard from school leaders as well as parents and students.
Leaders are asking the public to ask themselves what they can do to have a positive impact. Whether it's becoming a mentor, joining a neighborhood association or watch group or adopting a block through a faith organization.
Leaders were also passing out fliers with resources and information to help battle poverty, guns and illegal activity.
For employment and education opportunities, call Urban League of Nebraska at 453–9730.
For assistance with housing, call Family Housing Advisory Services at 934–7921.
For emergency assistance, basic needs (food, clothing), or help for someone getting out of jail, call Eastern Nebraska Community Action Partnership at 453–5656 ext. 200.
For spiritual support, call 594–9254.
For getting out of a gang or for help getting a child out of a gang, call Impact One Community Connection at 932–2855.
If you or a family member have been a victim of gun violence, call the Center for Holistic Development at 502–9788 for support.
