Prayers Against Violence service set
The congregations of West Washington and Jefferson Avenue United Methodist churches will hold a Prayers Against Violence Healing Service, to be held at West Washington United Methodist Church, 625 Fayette St., Washington, at 6:30 p.m. today. Pastor Ross Pryor will be officiating. A year ago, the first Prayers Against Violence service was held at West Washington United Methodist Church shortly after multiple shootings in the city. This year, those attending will pray for first responders and others affected by the violence in our area as well as the world.