One parent from the Annunciation community speaks out on the realities of gun violence, calling it “naive” to think guns aren’t part of the problem. The piece warns that these incidents occur far too often and reminds us of our shared responsibility to end them.

In a Minneapolis church filled with teachers and Catholic schoolchildren, a peaceful prayer on the third day of the new school year turned into chaos when a shooter opened fire. This unexpected violence forced parents, students, and educators to duck for cover in a place they believed to be safe.

A shooting on Tuesday afternoon in south Minneapolis left several people injured and claimed one life. Authorities continue to investigate the incident, which occurred near Lake Street, and further details are expected soon.