Statements about Attacks on Paris, Beirut and Baghdad

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Statements from notable faith & civic organizations and political leaders

The Presbyterian Church (USA) issued a call to prayer for Paris, Beirut and Baghdad

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A prayer from the Unitarian Universalist Association

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Islamic Society of North America

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Sadhana: Coalition of Progressive Hindus statement on violent attacks

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The Foundation for Ethnic Understanding’s Paris-based Samia Hathroubi spoke with a reporter on NPR about the way forward in healing and continuing the hard work of developing unity and solidarity among all people in France, including the fear of a backlash against European Muslim communities.

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Global Ministries of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and the United Church of Christ

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Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins, General Minister & President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

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US Conference of Catholic Bishops

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Majlis Shura of New York Condemns Paris Terror Attacks

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ISNA Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Paris

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The Sikh Coalition · Our hearts break for those in Paris tonight. We pray for the victims, their families and everybody who is suffering through this unimaginable tragedy. Please exercise caution and vigilance following the attack. Please notify law enforcement of any threats or violence and reach out to the Sikh Coalition at 212-655-3095 or email legal@sikhcoalition.org for assistance.

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The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation’s largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned terror attacks in Paris that left many people dead and injured.

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B’nai B’rith International Condemns Unbridled Bloodshed in Paris Terror Attacks

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Religions for Peace: “Paris and the Rejection of Violent Religious Extremism“

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Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

God, our refuge and strength, we pray for the victims of the violent attacks in Paris and for all affected, that the conflict would cease. Hear us, O God.

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Shoulder-to-Shoulder Our hearts and prayers tonight are with those in Paris, and with the many victims of violence worldwide. We echo French President Hollande’s call for unity and solidarity to stand together against violence and fear, and we commit ourselves to continued work for peace.

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President Obama Offers a Statement on the Attacks in Paris.

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Al Gore Our thoughts are with all who have been affected and the entire nation of France. We send our condolences to the families of those who have been killed or injured.

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Human Rights Campaign · Our hearts and prayers go out to the people of Paris, the victims, and their families.