Take action to end gun violence

At Ecclesia, we believe that the overwhelming majority of people are against gun violence. Of course, there are many paths to addressing the problem: access to mental health resources, support for those addicted to alcohol and narcotics, common sense legislation, and increased awareness. Solutions are complex, but we believe our nation can address this epidemic of destruction in restorative ways. Holding fast to that conviction, we encourage you to embrace your constitutional right to act in decisive ways to end gun violence.

Here are some resources that might assist you in forming your personal plan of action.
Easy quick steps to consider:
https://www.sandyhookpromise.org/blog/student-resources/what-you-can-do-right-now-to-help-end-gun-violence/

Tools to increase awareness:
https://www.bradyunited.org/take-action
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Volunteer opportunities:
https://www.everytown.org/

Kids visiting friends away from your home? Here's how to have responsible conversations.
Below, Russell Moore offers his take on how to talk about gun violence to Christians with conflicting opinions.
​https://www.amnestyusa.org/issues/gun-violence/
Click the above link to find out more about amnesty USA's work. Here's just a snippet from their website.
CHANGE IS POSSIBLE Our research shows that four critical acts could make everyone safer:
  • Pass laws to prevent guns from being in the hands of those likely to misuse them;
  • Fund gun violence research to inform evidence-based policy solutions;
  • Invest in violence-prevention programs led by impacted communities;
  • Provide support, including mental and physical health care, for survivors of gun violence.

https://momsdemandaction.org/ Check out this group for grassroots initiatives geared toward families working together to end gun violence. Below, a video from Moms Demand Action.