A Call to Prayer
In times like these we desperately need God - we need God to meet with us, to comfort us, and to give us perspective. We need to look heavenward to the One who can give grace and pour out His mercy in our time of need.
In view of this, the leadership of Campus Crusade for Christ invites you to join together sometime this Thursday in a concerted gathering to call on God. Perhaps you could invite others in your community to join together with the staff, students, alumni, and laypeople throughout our country to call on the Lord to work in this very difficult situation.
I also think it would be an incredible testimony and blessing to the Virginia Tech community to know there has been such an outpouring of love demonstrated by prayer.
So if God is leading you to join us, would you mind leaving a comment to let us know that you are joining us in prayer? Would you let us know the location (city, state) you will be praying and leave an encouraging note for our Campus Crusade for Christ community at Virginia Tech?
Just to let you know that you are appreciated and we are concerned. Know also that the Lord will not leave you comfortless. neither will he leave you without a testimony.
Comment by Florence — January 26, 2008 @ 3:31 pm
Just wanted to say My heart is still just breaking over this. As I look at the faces and read the descriptions of these victims, I am just overwhelmed with how much I know God cares and loves them, and how much he loves their friends and family. To him they are not just names on a crawl on CNN or a faded headline long forgotten, but real beautiful lives and he created. Each life mattered so much to him that he went to the cross. I pray so much that each had the chance to say yes to His gift of salvation. I pray so much for the families of those victims that as support wanes with each passing day God’s comfort and peace will grow ever stronger.
Thanks Crusade for all the work you do on campuses everywhere. You certainly helped me get a strong foundation when I first went to Michigan State. I have no doubt you will continue to be used by the LORD to have his message boldy proclaimed at VT in the coming semesters.
Comment by Christy Allen — August 1, 2007 @ 1:24 am
Let us not only learn from this terrible act of unjustice that regardless of what we see portrayed of the cross, and what may seem to be our thoughts of HIM, we still have to search to find the blessings that Jesus gives to us. And the only way to find those blessings are by sending God our whole hearts with trust and faith. Let us be willing to accepts God’s True Love.
Comment by Dong Lee — July 28, 2007 @ 9:35 pm
I just want to say that My heart and prayers will always be with every VT student and I will be praying for peace among us all. I had the chance to meet with a good friend of Lauren McCain and I feel like I know her from all the Good things that were mention of her. God will use her even better as she smiles down on all her christain brothers and sisters. May all the familys of each student know that their love ones are not forgotten.
Comment by Jennifer — July 11, 2007 @ 3:34 pm
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Comment by tovorinok — July 5, 2007 @ 1:01 am
read the tragedy and am distured by the happenings.It is faith shaking at this moment and thousand of questions may flood one’s mind but knowing that GOD created this universe and all things belong to HIM comforts us.He gives; he takes revenge; he protects.
What can one say except to trust in HIM who is the beginning and the end. GOD BLESS
Comment by POON SUET FING — July 1, 2007 @ 3:00 am
My heart goes out to all students, faculty, family members. How a seemingly ordinary day can turn into a day that can change one forever. I do know that God can heal wounded minds, bodies, spirits if we are open. We don’t understand why some of these things happen. But I am touched forever by the testimony of one of the victims. She didn’t have to argue about her stand for Jesus, because she KNEW Him. What a simple, yet profound statement!That is my goal to KNOW the King of Kings and Lord of Lords!God bless and touch each one at Virginia Tech.
Comment by Evy Moscatelli — May 20, 2007 @ 5:55 pm
Please know that I have been praying for healing during this time. May we not stop praying. The moment we stop praying is the moment the evil one tries to step in. In Jesus’ name may all evil get out and stay out of your school, homes and campus. Also remember Jesus already won at the cross. Blessings, Grace
Comment by Grace Bishop — May 9, 2007 @ 11:17 am
Dear Ones at Cru,
My heart goes out to you all. Our church had a prayer service on the Thursday after the tragedy and we all prayed for the victims, their families and for the Christians at VT.
Only the Man of Sorrows can truly understand your pain and is with you in it. Cry to Jeusus! He understands and longs to comfort you. Don’t be afraid to weep and mourn. You are safe in Him.
Wishing you deep peace and comfort in the Holy Spirit,
With love, Stephanie Reed
Comment by Stephanie — May 2, 2007 @ 7:46 pm
To all who have lost so much,
I continue to pray for you and that you receive the grace and comfort that you need.
In Faith,
Carla
Comment by Carla — May 2, 2007 @ 6:46 pm
Hello all, It’s the end of April, a few but so many days after the event. I have been praying for each student, faculty member and staff person that works with you. May God wrap and protect your minds, hearts and souls with the knowledge of His goodness and the power of His love. Many stand with you in prayer as you process the loss and horrific sadness on campus. May God give you fond memories and reminders of His grace to comfort your hearts and assure your souls of His steadfast mercy. God, be the BIG GOD of the universe in their lives today. Susan
Comment by Susan Von Tress — April 26, 2007 @ 2:17 am
Words can’t be enough to express how sorry I am for all the suffering this senseless tragedy has caused. I believe God loves us and he is saddened by all the tears his people and children are sheading. I will continue to pray for healing, comforting and peace to all affected by this tragedy.
Comment by cynthia — April 26, 2007 @ 1:07 am
Just always remember that God is our light and only he knows the reason for all of this. Look to Christ and through him all things are possible even when it seems to be to big to ask for or recieve.
Comment by Doug — April 25, 2007 @ 11:04 pm
To all those who have been touched by this horrific tragedy…
My heart and prayers go out to all of you in this most difficult time. My heart shattered when I watched the tragedy unfold on the TV news, and I began to pray right then, and am still praying today for God’s presence, comfort, love, healing, and peace to be showered upon all of you continually today and in all the days to come. I grieve with you and my heart aches deeply for all you have had to endure. May the peace of God which surpasses all understanding be with and in you today and always. May you feel God’s presence and love more intensely than you ever have before. As you can see by all those who have left messages here, you are being lifted in prayer 24/7 all around the world, so I pray you can feel the power of those prayers daily. May God give you all that you need to sustain and strengthen you through the coming months and years. I hope that the healing God has begun in each of you will grow exponentially each day and that you can/will lean on one another, hug each other, cry with each other, whatever you need to make it through each hour, each day, etc. May God’s abundant blessings flow over VT and their families like a soothing & healing waterfall of His Grace, Mercy and Love today and always.
With heartfelt sympathy and prayers always,
Care Hitchcock
Denver, Colorado
Comment by Care H. — April 25, 2007 @ 6:25 pm
You continue to be in our prayers.
Comment by Gloria Campman — April 25, 2007 @ 6:01 pm
My heart & prayers go out to everyone there. We will continue to pray for you on Thurs. at 7 along with the nation wide prayer. My son goes to IL Tech & is in Engineering. I also emailed him to join the national prayer time. May God bless you.
Comment by Laurel Hartwig — April 25, 2007 @ 5:23 pm
I will be joining many others tomorrow in prayer for you and your campus. Over 25 years ago my church in Texas experienced the same tragedy you have. I am a survivor! That is what we are…Survivors. Those that have gone ahead of us are Heroes and will be remembered as such. The Lord has continued to heal me all these years and I am praying He will do the same and more for you. The Lord’s forgiveness is more powerful than any weapon leveled at us. I encourage those of you who know Christ as your Savior to look to Him and His Word for your healing and spread the good news… the One who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.
Comment by Lisa Locke — April 25, 2007 @ 2:32 pm
My husband, sons (ages 10 and 12) and I have been praying daily since last Monday.
We pray for the Lord’s peace and comfort for the families and friends who have lost dearly loved ones.
We are also praying that the Lord would be glorified in this situation and that many would come to know Him as a result.
Comment by Donna — April 25, 2007 @ 9:20 am
Dear Friends,
I surely pray for Cruz at VT.
As one of memeber in Cru in Korea CCC, I should’ve done my all the best to share Gospel whoever he or she was.
Mr.Cho must have needed Jesus…
May God be with you and VT.
Specially to families friends of victims…
I will keep praying for you.
So will many of us in Korea.
Comment by Judy Moon — April 25, 2007 @ 1:06 am
I continue to pray for all of the Va Tech Nation that in the following days and years ahead that you will find comfort in the Lord. He will get you through this ordeal. It is said that the Lord never gives you anything that you can not handle. Trust in Him.
Peace.
Comment by Allyson Perlman — April 24, 2007 @ 9:20 pm
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ,”How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called the children of God.” I pray that you cling to the sustaining power of the Great I AM, who is King of Kings and Lord of Lords. He is greater than sin. Lord strengthen these laborers and give them a filling of your great love to share with the lost and hurting at VT. We love and trust you, Lord.
Comment by Shawn Basone — April 24, 2007 @ 2:36 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone at VT. There are no words that can take your pain away but there are words that can help you heal and grow stronger with time. These words are: “God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble”. I will continue to pray that God give comfort and strength each day to all of you.
Martha from Lufkin,tx.
Comment by Martha — April 24, 2007 @ 10:43 am
The Lord put on my heart to pray for you before I even knew that anyone from Campus Crusade was murdered last week. I told my husband soon after it happened- we need to pray for Cru.
Then I read the profiles of the students in USA Today and cried. Why did the Lord call four Cru students home? Out of proportion statistically to the population at VT.
The Spirit of Him who raised Christ from the dead gave life to these dear Cru children and will give life to all who receive him.
I have prayed for the Lord to be your strength, comfort, wisdom, guidance and peace for all of you in Cru, the families affected and your leadership. I have prayed that we will all realize that we need to “Wake Up!” - our time is short, we are like the mist… Jesus is coming soon.
May the Lord bless you and keep you all. From Minnesota,
Diane
Comment by Diane — April 23, 2007 @ 10:29 pm
I am not a college student, but I am a mother. I just want to say that you are all in our prayers and my heart hurts. I pray that you will all be able to overcome the evil in this and keep the faith that God is an awesome God. I have been and will continue to pray for all of you.
Comment by Sonya Armstrong — April 23, 2007 @ 2:04 pm
Lord God
We, your followers, your disciples, ask
that you continue to be with VT students, staff, alumni, family, community memebers, friends… all who’ve been affected physically, emotionally, and spiritually by this tragic event. Help them turn to you Lord in this time of saddness, grieving, and heartache. Lord help those of us whohavn’t been heavily affected by giving/ providing whatever support possibly, even if it’s just a prayer. Because we know that something that may seem small to us, is big and can go a long way with you.
Thank you for your grace and your Sons’ sacrifice.
In You Name ~AMEN~
Comment by Libbie Cicconi — April 23, 2007 @ 1:58 pm
As a mother of 3 adult children, my heart goes out to all of you good students at Virginia Tech. I am praying that as the days go by you will find some source of strength as you lean on eachother. Some events in life are just too hard.
Know that this U. S. of A. is behind all of you and that we share in your sorrow.
Comment by karen — April 23, 2007 @ 12:07 pm
I pray that the Holy Spirit will comfort you and draw you toward God the Father and Jesus the Son. Our heavenly Father knows the pain and grief of losing His only Son to death on the cross. He cares and understands your pain. Jesus loved us so much that He died for us. Lean on Him and He will give you strength. Our hearts go out to all of you who are suffering.
Comment by Cheryl Frederick — April 23, 2007 @ 10:25 am
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May God be with you at this time. I’m praying for everyone there at VT and their families. I pray that CCC will grow by leaps and bounds.
Comment by Nancy Diani — April 23, 2007 @ 8:40 am
Our prayers are with you from GA Tech. As your sister school we are continuing to pray for you Tech family!
Comment by Colleen — April 23, 2007 @ 8:34 am
As it is now a new Monday morning, may we be reminded that God’s mercies are new every day. Great is His faithfulness to us. Next Monday we will be able to look back and recount His many acts of lovingkindness and faithfulness to us, His children, throughout this new week that awaits us. With each passing moment of each day, week, month and year, He will heal those affected by this tragedy. His plan is already in motion to work each aspect of this sadness for good, as we love Him and passionately pursue His calling. Good, God, and the people of VT will prevail.
Comment by Bonnie — April 23, 2007 @ 8:24 am
150+ students gathered on Ohio State’s oval to pray fervently for your campus and to hold a candlelight ceremony for those who were killed. Ohio State University is praying for you.
Comment by A CCC involved Buckeye, Alexis — April 23, 2007 @ 2:16 am
Hey Guys,
I just wanted to let you know that Campus Crusade is praying for you guys over here in PA.
Comment by Michael Gray — April 23, 2007 @ 1:15 am
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding..” What a source of comfort are those words in a situation as overwhelming and unbearably sad as this. Our God has heard our prayers: He listens to his children and answers. I will continue to keep all those touched by this tragedy close in prayer. I am thankful for this site that allows Christians to unite in prayer.
Comment by Cyndie — April 23, 2007 @ 12:11 am
The friends and families are in my prayers everyday. I know that God will heal their hearts and lift them up to move on with their lives.God bless all that are taking the time to send their love and prayers.
Comment by Elaine Poague — April 22, 2007 @ 10:14 pm
May God comfort the entire campus and city and especially be with those families who lost loved ones. He is our Savior, Redeemer and friend.
Our prayers from Pawleys Island, South Carolina, are with you.
P.S. My son and daughter-in-law are graduates of VT…..as they’ve been saying, “Go Hokies!”
Blessings, Pat Lewis
Comment by Pat Lewis — April 22, 2007 @ 8:03 pm
At our church this morning we broke into small groups and held the Korean family and community up before the Lord, the families of those killed, the V.Tech community and the comfort and empowering of the CCC staff and students (as well as all believers ministering there) to be filled with the comforting presence of our dear LORD. We are holding you up…allow yourselves to be comforted with the comforts of Christ.
Comment by Shelley Davy — April 22, 2007 @ 5:32 pm
I am so very sorry for the huge loss that so many families have suffered this past week. It is such a senseless tragedy…. My family and I send all of you our love and prayers of support. None of you will be alone during this most difficult time…. May God Bless each and every person affected by this. May he give us the strength and will power to forgive, but never forget.
Keep all of those who were lost in our hearts now and always!
Michelle
Lancaster California
Comment by Michelle — April 22, 2007 @ 5:32 pm
As listed in all of the above prayers, I pray for the students who survived that they will find healing and wholeness if Christ. I pray for the Cho family that they will get the help, love and support they need as well as the families who lost loved ones. I especially pray for the mental health services of this country. That the stigma that goes with being mentally ill will stop, and that those who need the treatment will get good medical treatment and not be locked up because of being ill. Please join me on that.
Comment by Jeannie — April 22, 2007 @ 3:58 pm
I know that God is sovereign, even though it is difficult in times like these to understand his purpose. I have and will continue to pray.
Comment by Mary Back — April 22, 2007 @ 3:28 pm
Praying.. in Hong Kong….
Peace to you.
Comment by Queenie — April 22, 2007 @ 9:55 am
May our Lord and Savoir comfort you, hold you all in the Palm of his hand, to lead your grief and mourning with his endless love and to ease the pain you feel. Amen.
Comment by Vicki — April 22, 2007 @ 12:08 am
I pray that God’s would calm your hearts. May He grant wisdom to you so you would know how to listen and when appropriate point others to Christ.
I went to UVa, and I live in Rhode Island. One of the those killed is my neighbor, but I don’t know this family.
Being a Chinese American in a largely White neighborhood, I felt a bit scared of how people might react to me after this incident. So, I agree with the Korean sister in a previous posting that people need to pray for the Korean community in America and especially the family of the shooter. I could only imagine what the level of shame they might be feeling.
Comment by Joshua — April 21, 2007 @ 11:04 pm
Friends,
We are continuing to keep you in our prayers. CCC helped me to become a Christian and grow in Christ during my time at Virgina Tech. Many of us here in St Louis are continuing to pray for you.
Comment by Eric Pfrommer — April 21, 2007 @ 9:15 pm
My heart goes out to the community of Blacksburg. Diana
Is this not the fast I choose, to loose the bonds of injustice…to share your bread with the hungry, to bring the homeless poor into your house, to cover the naked. Then shall your light break forth like the dawn and your healing shall spring up quickly;your vindicator will go before you and the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard. Then you shall call and the LORD will answer, you shall cry for help and he will say, “Here I am.” Isiah 58:6-9
Comment by Diana — April 21, 2007 @ 7:41 pm
We have been praying not only for the survivors and the families of those who were killed, but also for ministers of Jesus who are on the campuses around the country. As young people question their own mortality, we pray that there will be people to speak to them of Jesus.
Comment by Crystal Chandler — April 21, 2007 @ 6:30 pm
My family in San Jose, Ca has been praying for you through the week…for peace, for comfort, for wisdom, and strength.
Comment by Kim — April 21, 2007 @ 5:47 pm
“Christ Jesus who died- more than that, who was raised to life- is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is writtem: ‘For your sake we face death all day long, we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’ No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present not the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Rom. 8:34b-39
From Warsaw, IN we pray for you and grieve with you. The crime was heinous. “Do not be overcome with evil, but overcome evil with good.” “Vengence is mine, says the Lord.”
The Lord is your strength and hope.
Comment by Marie Benjamin — April 21, 2007 @ 2:21 pm
Trust Him and believe he will heal and
use this horrible trajedy for His Glory
and outpouring of Grace.
Comment by Bob & Lupe — April 21, 2007 @ 1:53 pm
We (Dutch family) prayed for the family of all victims of the killings last week. We were very shocked when realising that so many beautiful, young people were murdered. May God comfort family, friends, students and staff of VA Tech.
God bless you!
Comment by Marco — April 21, 2007 @ 1:20 pm
From Anacortes, Washington
We are so encouraged by the outpouring of prayer and are joining in prayer for all who were impacted by this tragedy. Our God is the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, as written in Galatians 1:3-4. There is no better comfort than His as found in Scripture:
Psalm 9:9-10 “The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know Your name will trust in You, for You, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you.”
A message of hope:
Galatians 1:3 “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
We pray that many will recognize their need for God and come to salvation through Jesus Christ as a result of this time of grief. May God strengthen and equip you all as you serve Him on campuses across America bring His message to those who are grieving. Thank you for serving our Lord in this way!
Comment by Sandi Oril — April 21, 2007 @ 11:59 am
As so many do, I also pray for the family and friends of the victims at Virginia Tech.
I also pray for the families and others who knew Cho, but were unable to help him. I pray that they would take their grief and their guilt to the Lord and would find forgiveness for their souls.
Comment by Julie — April 21, 2007 @ 9:07 am
1. Please pray for the Korean community in the US and for the murderer’s family who are impacted by the actions of one of their members. Many immigrant Koreans because of thier group idenification world view feel shame and guilt for the murderer’s actions. He was a member of their community who got very lost and they didn’t help him. They are very concerned that Americans will attack them in some way because of this tortured individual’s actions or that they will be profiled. They believe the family of the murderer to be under FBI protection because of this. Pray for the murderer’s family as the shame that this incident brings could very well result in suicide.
Comment by Rebecca Yoon — April 21, 2007 @ 9:01 am
I pray that the families of the victims take their strength from God. We know there is no sorrow Heaven can not heal. Trust in the Lord and lean on Him, He will bring you through.
Comment by charlotte — April 21, 2007 @ 7:49 am
MY HEART IS HEAVY FOR ALL. I WILL BE IN PRAY FOR ALL EFFECTED BY THIS TERRIBLE TRAGEDY….YESTERDAY, TODAY, TOMORROW. CRUSADERS I AM ESPECIALLY THANKFUL FOR YOUR PRESENCE ON EVERY CAMPUS IN ALL THE WORLD.
Comment by ANGIE — April 21, 2007 @ 4:09 am
WIllow Creek Community Church - NorthShore in Glenview, Il is supporting you in prayer… Your faith in these blogs shines bright in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it!
Comment by Wayne — April 21, 2007 @ 1:08 am
Just wanted to let yall know that we are having a Prayer Gathering in downtown Charleston tomorrow night to remember/honor and pray for all of you. We could never even imagine what you guys are going through, but we love you and grieve for you. May God Bless you all and give you strength and understanding.
(2 Corinthians 4:8,9)
“We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.”
We are The Hokies…
We are Virginia Tech!
Comment by Russ Johnston — April 21, 2007 @ 12:47 am
My prayer is for the families and friends of those that lost their loved ones. I pray that they may feel God’s loving arms around them giving them strength for each moment. May they know God’s grace, and hope. Amen
Comment by Anita — April 20, 2007 @ 10:01 pm
Jesus is Lord ! God is Able…
all of our hearts are broken by this wicked and evil tragedy…We will
Pray, in Jesus name, for healing and protection against such evil principalities…now and forever.
May God bless, touch, and heal the hearts of all affected by this tragedy.
Comment by ken tafelsky — April 20, 2007 @ 9:58 pm
From the CCC movement in Rosario, Argentina:
Silvina–we’re praying for you: you are being great influencers for God
Cintia–we admire you for being sold out for the gospel and making a difference
Maricel–we’re praying for you, keep on sharing Christ
Martin–the distance doesn’t matter, we’re united with you in spirit
Comment by dan ryder — April 20, 2007 @ 9:09 pm
To everyone affected by this tragedy: I cannot even imagine what you must be going through. Prayers have been and will continue to be sent your way. May God’s healing and blessings be with you all.
Comment by Jenn — April 20, 2007 @ 8:23 pm
Just wanted you to know that in CRU at Brookdale Community College and all of Jersey Metro CRU have been praying for y’all all week and also were lifted up on Thursday at various CRU meetings throughout the state of New Jersey.
May the Lord strengthen you and give you the peace to understand the will of God even during this trying time.
Comment by Elisabeth — April 20, 2007 @ 7:21 pm
We are so sorry for the students, the husbands and wives and children and brothers and sisters and parents who have lost their loved ones. We have been praying for them all since the terrible thing happened. We are trusting God to do a wonderful thing. There is always something good that comes out of something bad. We are praying that many will come to know Christ as their personal Savior.
Proverbs,3:5,6 Rev David Hanson,Sr.
Comment by Dave and Charlotte Hanson — April 20, 2007 @ 7:19 pm
I have recieved alot of emails about this prayer call for VA Tech sadness. I will be praying for all and anyone else who may need it. We all need prayer every now and then from someone, but sometimes we need to give a little extra out there. I am from Las Vegas, Nevada. I also sent this info to my family and friends back home in Picayune, MS. they will also be doing the same,
God bless each and everyone of us.
Comment by Susan — April 20, 2007 @ 6:46 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God wrap you in his loving arms and give you strength and comfort. Pray for peace.
Comment by Chris — April 20, 2007 @ 6:35 pm
my prayers goes out to every family, every student and every staff involved in this shooting incident. may god be with the families whose lost their loved ones and to the students who has suffered mentally and physically with this horrific tragedy. may god bring each and everyone of you the peace and courage to let go and move on. our lord god hears all and sees all, he knows what we are all going through, and what is to come from all of this chaos. may god turn this horrible tragedy into something beautiful and may he bless each and everyone of us. in gods precious name i pray, amen.
Comment by Dena Her — April 20, 2007 @ 6:22 pm
From Rosario, Argentina, our hearts are with you and we will pray comfort and healing for you.
Comment by dan ryder — April 20, 2007 @ 5:44 pm
I thank God for the overwheming strength and courage shown by the student body and staff at VT. I was in tears Tuesday as I watched them chant we are hokies. May the God of all comfort touch each family and each friend in the loss of those 31 amazing people. God will prevail and use this terrible trajedy to bring many people to him.
God bless you all,
Liz
Comment by Liz Bauman — April 20, 2007 @ 5:30 pm
My prayers have been going up for the students and faculty of Virginia Tech in this tragic loss of life on their campus. I pray that the Lord will comfort and heal the hurts the families are suffering now. I, myself, have six of my grandchildren attending six separate colleges and universities in the USA and in England. I pray for them in my daily prayers and I wept for the grandparents of these precious souls who were in the massacre. I will continue to pray for changes that will allow the troubled to get help before more of our children are victimized. May God comfort you all in His love.
Comment by Gramma Dorothy — April 20, 2007 @ 4:21 pm
I want to extend my deepest, sincerest sympathy to all the families and friends of Virginia Tech. Please know that our hearts are broken for your loss and that your loved ones will always be in our prayers. You do have people who care and grieve with you all over this campus and the world. God Speed To You All. Maryann
Comment by Maryann — April 20, 2007 @ 3:49 pm
Dear families, We are saddened deeply for your losses; please be kind to yourselves for a very long time. Every feeling you have is true; I pray for caregiving people to be called to your side in sweet, and sometimes, in silent understanding. Not just for a week or a few months…but,for years. We pray that the love of Jesus Christ permeates your being, Kathi & Todd
Comment by kathi gibbons — April 20, 2007 @ 3:39 pm
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comofort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over inito our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows.” 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Comment by Kendra — April 20, 2007 @ 3:38 pm
I was on staff with the Navigators at Kent State University for two years, so in a small way, I feel like I know where VT could be in 20 or 30 years. The May 4, 1970 shootings of 4 people during a Vietnam War protest have defined that campus. In many ways, the administration and even the town refuse to move on, despite the fact that current and recent students would like to.
I am praying (along with my entire workplace at Nav HQ) that VT and the Blacksburg community will be known for the depth of Love and forgiveness, not just what happened on Monday. I am seeing it continuously through interviews and comments from students there. I am praying for all of you and the other organizational staff, for your interactions with students, for the trickle-down effect that is sure to occur as students try to return so some sense of normalcy. It is a sad opportunity to turn people toward Jesus, but I believe we have seen in past events (9/11, tsunami, Katrina) just how much God can and will be glorified through tragic circumstances. Christ’s own death was viewed by many to be terribly violent and inexplicable. But God chose to use it to bring us all to Him. I am praising God in advance for the glory we cannot yet see.
Comment by Kate — April 20, 2007 @ 3:32 pm
Class of ‘91, praying for you out in Redmond, WA
My heart breaks this week to see one of the places on this earth that I most fondly remember linked with the words massacre, tragedy, murder and evil. My prayers for comfort and peace are with the families and students who have lost children and friends. More important than our common Hokie bond is the eternal link we share through Christ. Though the ones we know who were believers are gone from this earth now, we have the comfort and hope of knowing that we will see them again. May God be glorified for the lives that were lived for Him.
Comment by Kevin McDowell — April 20, 2007 @ 3:24 pm
Praying for all involved and touched by this act. Satan will use anything or anybody to do his destructive work BUT GOD said “And we know that in all things GOD works for the good of those who love HIM, who have been called according to HIS purpose.” Romans 8:28 GOD BLESS
Comment by DebbiSu Cassady — April 20, 2007 @ 3:24 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
As parents we grieve with you….
praying for you in Centre County, PA.
Comment by Toni Herzing — April 20, 2007 @ 3:04 pm
I pray that the Lord comfort you in your time of suffering, and know that you are nnot alone. Millions around the country, including myself, are here to support you. I pray for everyone affected, I even pray for the family of the shooter. YOu have been in the Prayers here at San Diego State University. Lord be with you…
Comment by Lena Awad — April 20, 2007 @ 2:43 pm
I pray for the Students and family members that they forgive the shooter and I pray for the peace of those who will be a witness for those who don’t know Jesus.
Comment by JoAnn — April 20, 2007 @ 2:42 pm
Just wanted you to know you have been in our family’s prayers all week and also were lifted up this very morning by a Body and Soul(Christian Work out group) class.
May the Lord strenghthen you give you His grace and peace!!
Praise Him that He can turn death to life!
Comment by Chris Sherrill — April 20, 2007 @ 2:21 pm
I was on staff at Va Tech w/CCC ‘87-’89 and I still can’t believe what has ensued this week by a hand and heart of vengeance. Please know I am praying for God to comfort you in the depths of your hurting hearts and give you hope amidst the sorrow. God’s heart is toward you and He has not left you. Is.66:13 says “As a mother comforts her child so I will comfort you.” I pray The Lord will hold you, hug you, hear your cries and speak to you His words of life and love.
Standing with you in prayer -
Kathy (Kehoe) Attardi
Comment by Kathy (Kehoe) Attardi — April 20, 2007 @ 2:19 pm
May God’s love, grace and peace cover the staff working with these families and students and may these families and students feel the strength and love of the prayers pouring out for them today.
Comment by Carolyn — April 20, 2007 @ 1:54 pm
Prayer that hearts will hear God’s word through the greif, and Prayer for strenght and confort for all the people involved. from Austin, Texas
Comment by Robert — April 20, 2007 @ 1:50 pm
Prayers everyday for you from Bloomington,IL. Hope you’ll gird for the long haul and look after your own needs while you are working so hard for others. (Remeber the stewardess always tells mothers to put the oxygen mask on themselves first before thier kids.) Hard to think of yourselves at this time, we know, but you’ll burn out if you don’t. Past experience is that many on campus probably won’t really grasp all that’s happened until some time later. Your care and support will be needed for a long time. Please keep your prayer needs posted for all of us to keep holding you up to Him who promises to sustain us all with a never ending supply.
Comment by George and Mary Lou Farnsworth — April 20, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
Campus Crusade at Kansas State University is praying with and for you. Our hearts are with you. God knows that your hearts are broken and He also knows what you will need to heal. May He bless you through this time.
Comment by Megan — April 20, 2007 @ 1:34 pm
May the Spirit of Life support us during these days of sorrow and recovery. May we be enabled to refrain from blame, instead turning to consoling each other. May the memories of those who lost their life come to give comfort to their friends and families.
Comment by Rabbi Emily Feigenson — April 20, 2007 @ 1:20 pm
I, too, am a mother and my heart breaks for every parent who lost a child. This is one of those times when God doesn’t seem to make sense, but He sees a bigger picture. Our minds can’t wrap around whatever it is. I pray for you all in this horrendous loss you are all experiencing. Look heavenward during these dark days. Many are praying for you and will continue to pray for you.
Comment by Debbie Landers — April 20, 2007 @ 1:10 pm
You all are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time, from Frisco, TX
Comment by Lila Farmer — April 20, 2007 @ 1:07 pm
As the bell of rememberance tolls, we call hundreds to join us in Prayer Friday 20th April. Our world is “ill”. We have what it needs. Salvation through Christ alone. He brings hope, help and healing. Dolores from Henderson, NV
Comment by Dolores Bowen — April 20, 2007 @ 12:56 pm
Lord, we also lift up prayers for the shooter’s family. May they be comforted, protected and prayed for by all of us as Believers in Jesus. May they come to You, if they have yet to know You personally. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Comment by Alissa — April 20, 2007 @ 12:35 pm
I’m Still Here
Friend, please don’t mourn for me
I’m still here, though you don’t see.
I’m right by your side each night and day
and within your heart I long to stay.
My body is gone but I’m always near.
I’m everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I’ll never depart
as long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I’ll never wander out of your sight-
I’m the brightest star on a summer night.
I’ll never be beyond your reach-
I’m the warm moist sand when you’re at the beach.
I’m the colorful leaves when fall comes around
and the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I’m the beautiful flowers of which you’re so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.
I’m the first bright blossom you’ll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I’m the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
and you’ll see that the face in the moon is mine.
When you start thinking there’s no one to love you,
you can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I’ll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
and you’ll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.
I’m the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
and the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I’m the smile you see on a baby’s face.
Just look for me, friend, I’m everyplace!
Comment by Just Bob — April 20, 2007 @ 12:23 pm
Loving memories never die,
as years roll on and days go by;
In my heart a memory is kept,
of one I loved and will never forget!
- Marion S. (Sedlick) Lebel
Comment by Gerry Lebel — April 20, 2007 @ 12:16 pm
God’s family is united as we pray for healing and as we watch for many more brothers and sisters to join OUR family due to this terrible tragedy. God has placed you, Cynthia to be here for this purpose. I love you and will be praying specifically for you as you and your husband minister. Love ya, Aunt Becky
Comment by Becky Sloan — April 20, 2007 @ 12:01 pm
Praise God for Campus Crusade for Christ as you minister God’s GRACE (God’s Response and Care Everyday)! As the world watches, we are praying that Jesus Christ will be high and lifted up, magnified and glorified through this tragedy and that many will come to know our awsome Savior. Jesus makes all the difference when something so unthinkable like this happens. Hokie Hope is found in Jesus!
Sarah - Richmond, VA
Comment by Sarah — April 20, 2007 @ 11:58 am
Unfortunately it is too late to pray for the shooter, but we can pray for his family and pray that we can have a forgiving spirit and also to seize opportunites to witness to all people about what Jesus can do for them.
Comment by Sarah — April 20, 2007 @ 11:50 am
For VT
We are torn but You will heal
We are crushed and crumbled
Awaiting Your hand of wholeness
Like dust in the the wind we are blown
Only to be collected into something stronger
We are pummeled by tragic waves of adversity
We only await You
Oh Lord I lift up my voice and await your presense
For though I caught a glimpse of hell
I now breathe the breath of heaven
For you have brought me out and remade my broken heart.
Comment by Barbara — April 20, 2007 @ 11:44 am
Even though they are gone they are in the hearts af their friends and family forever… I pray for the shooters family and hope they look to god to get through this tragic time.
Comment by Sarah — April 20, 2007 @ 11:43 am
I missed the thursday night prayer time but i have been praying continously since i heard the news. our school here in Smyrna has made small round buttons with VT on them in commemoration of Monday’s masacure. Also today we had an extra moment of silence in memory of the Columbine incident. I am praying for you all and no matter what, you are never alone, Jesus loves you!
Comment by Veronica — April 20, 2007 @ 11:37 am
My heart goes out to all who were effected by this tragedy. May the Lord sustain you and may you feel His powerful and loving presence as you praise Him, even in the midst of grieving. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Betsy Claro
New Haven, CT
Comment by Betsy Claro — April 20, 2007 @ 11:23 am
THE FAITH AND THE STRENGTH THAT YOU YOUNG CHRISTIANS ARE DISPLAYING IS PROOF THAT THE POWER OF GOD IS WORKING AT VIRGINIA TECH. I THANK GOD FOR PEOPLE LIKE YOU AND MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILIES OF THE VICTUMS.
Salem, NC
Comment by CARSON HARMON — April 20, 2007 @ 11:20 am
I will pray here with the student fellowship here in Taiwan, may God be with you and comfort all the students.
Comment by Flora Liu — April 20, 2007 @ 11:13 am
Who will pray for the shooter?
Comment by Embarassed to say — April 20, 2007 @ 10:54 am
My prayers are with you and the families, friends, collegaues and the nation as a whole, who are affected by this tragedy. This young man did not get the help he so badly needed and as a result, our young children and teachers and the whole Va. Tech coomunity had to pay the ultimate price. I am saddened that these young people did not know that they were not going to come back home that day, not the instructors know that they would take a bullet to save his students lives! This truly breaks my heart. but be strong in knowing that god knows best. We all must go thru tragedies of all sorts going thru this life. be strong and always continue to trust the Lord. He will strenghten us all, this nation and the world that this young man brought on us. Stay close to your families, never leave them without saying I love you,a nd then when seeing them return, hugging them like there would be no tomorrow.
this is my prayer for you.
Respectfully, Clarice- Long Beach, calif.
Comment by Clarice — April 20, 2007 @ 10:50 am
We will be praying for everyone at VA Tech this evening. I pray that God will heal.
Comment by mj — April 20, 2007 @ 10:24 am
Please pray for the Korean community in the US and for the murderer’s family who are impacted by the actions of one of their members. Many immigrant Koreans because of thier group idenification world view feel shame and guilt for the murderer’s actions. He was a member of their community who got very lost and they didn’t help him. They are very concerned that Americans will attack them in some way because of this tortured individual’s actions or that they will be profiled. They believe the family of the murderer to be uder FBI protection because of this. Pray for the murderer’s family as the shame that this incident brings could very well result in suicide.
Comment by Rebecca Yoon — April 20, 2007 @ 10:17 am
We are praying for you in Austin, Arkansas. There is no way to understand why something so horrible happened. We live in a fallen world. But Jesus is faithful, and is going through this with you. He will lift you up and set your feet upon a rock — you WILL get through this with victory with God’s help! We love you all!
Comment by Marcia Mobbs — April 20, 2007 @ 10:17 am
Please know that those who lost their lives will never be forgotten. Each of us has a part in God’s plan and while the victims will be missed they are together looking down from a glorius place. My prayers are for the families and friends of not only the victims but all of the VT community as well. May you find comfort from each other and strength from our Lord.
Comment by Rita — April 20, 2007 @ 10:06 am
May God bless each and every soul touched by this tragedy.
Comment by Ken Woodson — April 20, 2007 @ 10:05 am
Praying for you from Baytown, Texas.
Comment by Julie — April 20, 2007 @ 9:58 am
All of you are in my prayers right now, I can’t imagine what you are going through and wish you the best with your bright futures.
Comment by Jeff Muscato — April 20, 2007 @ 9:56 am
Our family and our youth group are praying for you.
The Lord be with you all.
Psalm 27:1 says this…
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?
Comment by Brownings — April 20, 2007 @ 9:53 am
I pray that God would fulfill His vision and missions through this trial and difficulties. God! Please comfort the families and friends who lost their loved one, and they would experience You through this time. And the lost students and family would come to You with humble hearts. God, let us be united across the states and nations in intercessory prayer and be urgent to share Your love to the nations!!
Comment by Sammy Joo — April 20, 2007 @ 9:45 am
We are praying especially for your ministry as well as other campus ministries and involved local churches in the area. God is able to make beauty from ashes and he uses faithful instruments in His mighty hands. We pray you will be those instruments.
Pastor Don
Comment by Pastor Don Isely — April 20, 2007 @ 9:39 am
All of you at VA Tech are in our prayers here in South Texas. The Word of God says that what the devil means for evil God turns it around for good. I believe the Word of God and I believe He will do what He says. May the peace of God that passes all understanding cover VA Tech and all the people involved.
Comment by Cynthia — April 20, 2007 @ 9:27 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in South Carolina
Comment by David — April 20, 2007 @ 9:22 am
I join you in prayer to our awesome and powerful LORD that out of this tragedy will come good!!!!!
Comment by Dan Wheeler — April 20, 2007 @ 9:19 am
praying for all of you precious people from St. Louis, Missouri. WE have a great HOPE and we are deeply LOVED by our Lord Jesus Christ. Our hearts are united as one. No matter where we are, the Body of CHRIST -called His church- stands as one before the throne of mercy and grace in our time of need. We are standing with you in prayer and our hearts are heavy for you.
Comment by Jamie Beckemeier — April 20, 2007 @ 9:12 am
Praying in Greensboro North Carolina!
Comment by Carole — April 20, 2007 @ 9:09 am
Thank you for all you’re doing to minister to hurting VT students right now. We prayed for you at our church staff meeting this week, and will continue to lift you up. You’re in our thoughts in Mason, Ohio.
Comment by Noelle — April 20, 2007 @ 8:59 am
My thoughts and prayers are with the families impacted by this tragedy. Knowing what you are experiencing is infathomable, beyond words. God’s word is true — please know he is your refuge and strength, a very present help in times of trouble (Psa. 46:1). May you be still and know he is God (Psa. 46:10), who will give you peace that surpasses understanding (Eph. 4:8). Will keep you in prayers/thoughts in the difficult days ahead. Pat Ibsen
Comment by Patricia Ibsen — April 20, 2007 @ 8:43 am
Good Morning,
As a staff member of Purdue University in Adaptive Programs to help students complete work that would be very hard without our assistance in braile, Note takers, assistance for hearing loss, handicapped, and other students who have problems that threaten there success at a big University, I am wearing my Maroon and Orange and we are all setting time aside to pray. In the meantime, the prayer without ceasing occurs to me as I pray between e-mails, tasks, and phone calls continually throughout today and in the days to follow. This is not a one day fix. Our prayers will be needed for weeks to come.
Sincerely,
Anita Brieda
Dean of Students
Adaptive Programs
TAEVIS-Tactile access Education for Vision Impaired Students
Love in Christ
Comment by Anita Brieda — April 20, 2007 @ 8:26 am
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
My husband and I are praying for all the VT community, for God’s peace to guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
The Baumgaardners
Comment by Ruth Baumgardner — April 20, 2007 @ 7:19 am
Prayers from Indiana.
Comment by Philip — April 20, 2007 @ 6:55 am
May the God of all comfort, comfort them in His grace.
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Comment by Professor JB Seeley — April 20, 2007 @ 6:37 am
Much love and many hugs and prayers from Chattanooga Tennessee.
Comment by Denise — April 20, 2007 @ 5:46 am
Prayng for you all
May God wrap His loving arms around you
and comfort you
Jen from New Zealand
Comment by jen — April 20, 2007 @ 3:10 am
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No one will know why you were taken from us, but it will be us who shall remember you and live to fulfill your dreams. God Bless you Virginia Tech from AZ
Comment by Jay & Tina — April 20, 2007 @ 2:54 am
We truly serve an awesome God who is the God of all comfort. He alone can bring healing and peace in a time of such pain and confusion. I am so blessed when I see the number of students embracing in prayer and seeking the Lord for strength and grace. Our family will be lifting you up before our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Comment by kimberly Birdseye — April 20, 2007 @ 2:37 am
It was our privilege to pray for you as a family. Please be assured that we’ll continue to hold you up before our loving Father! You are true warriors for the King on the front lines of battle.
Comment by Bruce Boyd — April 20, 2007 @ 2:24 am
My prayer is that the parents and loved ones of these fallen students will call out to God for help, and that He would grasp them, comforting them in their pain. May it one day be so that “He shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.” Amen.
Comment by Jim Jordan — April 20, 2007 @ 1:54 am
everything thats happened is so sad. “His ways are higher than ours”
praying with you all.
Comment by tina yeo — April 20, 2007 @ 1:48 am
Reaching out to you all in prayer….”God can do all things through Christ, which comforteth me.”
Nancy - San Jose, CA
Comment by Nancy — April 20, 2007 @ 1:20 am
Lord, I don’t know how I express my lamentation for the tredegy, but Lord, you know everything behind and scheme of the enemy. Remove our deep sorrow, and especially the victim’s families.
Only You, Lore, can do it. in Jesus Name. Amen.
Comment by Gil — April 20, 2007 @ 1:15 am
Our prayers are being lifted to our loving Father for our beloved staff friends and the families of those lost at this time.
Comment by Jon & Donna Mershon Detweiler — April 20, 2007 @ 12:51 am
The Thursday p.m. Community Bible Study Leadership group in Lubbock, TX met tonight (4/19) and joined in prayer to lift you up for God’s perfect care as you go through this season of mourning and healing.
Comment by Thursday pm CBS group, Lubbock TX — April 20, 2007 @ 12:37 am
WE will be praying in unity from All Christians Denomination International Fellowship Bible Study group HUA HIN THailand this evening 20th April 2007.
Just to tell you ,you are not alone & we share your immeasurable grief at this difficult time & Virginia Campus will be very much in our prayers.
God Bless all of you,
NICK KREIENBRING.
Comment by Nick Kreienbring — April 20, 2007 @ 12:24 am
Praying for you from Kansas Comment by Pam–April 19,2007 @ 11:15pm
Comment by Pam — April 20, 2007 @ 12:17 am
Our hearts are aching with you from afar. We are fellow American staff living in Singapore. We are praying your eyes will be lifted up and drawn to our Savior who endured immense suffering alone so that in our suffering, we are never alone. These are the times when even in your weakness you have been given a megaphone to speak of Him to the watching world. Praying you will have strength and grace to communicate the beauties of Christ beyond the tragedies of this life,and that it will serve as a healing balm to your entire community and lead many to ultimate rest in Him.
Comment by Tracie Wallace — April 20, 2007 @ 12:12 am
Please pray for the Behr (sp?) Family who lost a daughter in the massacre at VT. Unfortunately, in their rush to their daughter’s side, the father who was backing the car out the driveway ran over their 9.5 year old daughter and killed her. Needless to say, the parents are overwhelmed with unspeakable grieve. Please pray for them. Thanks!
Comment by Laurie — April 20, 2007 @ 12:07 am
Prayers and love from Maui, Hawaii.
http://lizas-eyeview.blogspot.com/2007/04/call-to-prayer-virginia-tech.html
Comment by Liza — April 19, 2007 @ 11:51 pm
My younger bro is on staff with Crusade in Cincinnati Ohio. So I know of the closeness of the staff there and how much support they’ll give you. Continue to rely on GOD and he’ll give you the grace needed to get through this period. We love you all and will continue to lift you up to the feet of the master.
Comment by Larry Ehrlich — April 19, 2007 @ 11:47 pm
My Bunco group which consists of Christian women prayed for you this week as I have in my own prayer time. May God comfort you all and keep you in the peace of his love
Comment by L. M. Satterlee — April 19, 2007 @ 11:37 pm
11:13 my family had a very powerful prayer and i feel strengthened through that prayer…I know that God will strengthen those have lost loved ones and heal those in the hospital because He is the God that heals and comfort. Tommorrow night i will have my youth also lift the tragedy of Virginia Tech in prayers. May The Great I Am spread HIs love and mercy among us. Do not give up. God bless.
Comment by Jasmine Antoine — April 19, 2007 @ 11:16 pm
Lifting you up in South Dakota. Take refuge in the Lord, He will lead you through.
Comment by Jenn — April 19, 2007 @ 11:15 pm
We put the request thru our church phone tree requesting our members to stop what they were doing at 7 PM tonight and pray for all of you associated with Virginia Tech. Also some of us came up to our church and held a prayer service at 7 PM. Good can come out of such a tragic event. We’ll keep on praying for all of you.
Comment by Jean — April 19, 2007 @ 10:54 pm
Whilst New Zealand is on the other side of the world, we are feeling the impact of your tragedy. We pray that university students around the world will stop and take stock of their lives and see how Christ makes a difference. Virginia Tech Cru staff and students are being a beacon of light around the world in the midst of great personal tragedy. Well done and to God be the glory!
Comment by Christy — April 19, 2007 @ 10:51 pm
had not received this until tonight, but a friend & I had spent an hour in prayer this morning, as we do every Thursday.
I respectfully suggest that you omitted one vital prayer need - the family and loved ones of the shooter. They are undoubtedly sufferring unbelievable pain not only in their loss, but the shame and sorrow for his actions. Having lost three closest friends & our favorite teacher in a hotel fire when we were seniors in high school in 1946 I do have some knowledge and background for empathizing. I can assure you that God is still on duty. Always has been, always wull be, and He WILL give you comfort & peace if you allow Him to. p
Comment by Penny Joplin — April 19, 2007 @ 10:50 pm
이번 월요일에 있었던 총기난사 사건의 희생자 중 4명의 C.C.C.학생들이 포함되었다는 소식을 들었습니다. 저도 이곳에서 계속적으로 기도하고 있습니다. 이 소식을 듣고 저 또한 많은 충격을 받았고, 어떻게 위로를 할 지 막막합니다. 이곳 한국에서도 계속적으로 버지니아의 소식을 듣고 함께 하나님을 의지하며 기도하고 있습니다. 하나님께서 우리의 기도를 들어주시고, 이 모든 과정 가운데 영광을 받으시고, 슬픔을 당한 가족들을 위로해 주시고 학생들이 슬픔을 덜어 주실 것으로 믿습니다. 저는 영어를 전혀 못합니다. 그래서 대신 한국어로 타이핑을 쳐서 이곳에 올려놓습니다. 언어가 잘 안 통할지라도 저의 마음을 하나님께서 그곳에 전해 주실 줄 믿습니다.
Comment by Jung Hee Su — April 19, 2007 @ 10:44 pm
I heard the news on 89.7 and also read it online…I will have my family of 4 join in this prayer tonight @ 11:00pm on thursday 4/19 at our home so our loving God will strengthen those who were affected. God is in control even when it does not seem like it. I am very proud of Laura for taking that huge step and having a father to encourage with spiritual words. God Bless
Comment by Jasmine Antoine — April 19, 2007 @ 10:43 pm
We will be praying tomorrow @ work in the morning @ 7:30am. Lancaster Pa God Bless
Comment by Robert — April 19, 2007 @ 10:42 pm
“Weeping may go on all night, but joy comes in the morning.” Psalm 30:5b
Love you and praying for you from Saint Maries, ID.
Comment by Erika Nall — April 19, 2007 @ 10:40 pm
Praying for y’all from sugar land, texas. “Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you, not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” -John 14:27
Comment by Jo — April 19, 2007 @ 10:38 pm
UK is praying for you all
Comment by Travis — April 19, 2007 @ 10:35 pm
Wittenberg University (Springfield, OH) prayed for VT tonight at our weekly meeeting and we will continue to lift you in prayer in the coming days and weeks.
Comment by Arthur — April 19, 2007 @ 10:26 pm
Praying for yall from arkansas.
Comment by Elaine — April 19, 2007 @ 10:20 pm
I just prayed for those impacted by the tragedy at Virginia Tech. It is a privilege to be praying with all of God’s people. His love, mercy and grace will change lives.
Prayers and love from Plymouth Meeting, PA
Comment by Linda Frangipane — April 19, 2007 @ 10:19 pm
After discussions at work today, we came to the conclusion that without having the teachings of right and wrong in our schools; which are found in the Bible and in Prayers, the people in our schools are taught by liberal teachers who, in justifying their views on our children, we end up with the events of Columbine and Virginia Tech to sensationalize the news for profit, and not teach the Good News found in the Bible for our salvation and life eternal through the adherence to the Ten Commandments, the foundation for the Constitutional Law in the United States. This is evident by the doors in the Capital building in Washington D.C., where Moses is holding the Ten Commandments in his hands. It is the liberal judges in this country, along with lawyers, who want to destroy the moral fabric which has made this nation great in the decades and centuries of its past. We need to return to this morality not allow it to decay by allowing the immoral to be aloud and moral fiber of the country to be destroyed by those who wish to justify their evil ways and their quest for evil power as demonstrated by this very tragic event at Virginia Tech. If we learn anything from this, let us learn that if one is taught right from wrong and not that wrong is acceptable, that these events would not become more prolific in todays society. It is time to make a stand for the good in the world not turn the other way when people promote the evils of the world and not the power of the Holy Spirit which is in each one of us, if we only receive it and use it for the betterment of mankind not the destruction of mankind by such evil acts by those who have not been taught right from wrong and who do not know the truth and what is right as can be found in the Bible. My prayers go out to the people on the campus of Virginia Tech and we all know that through God’s Grace we can be comforted in such times of grief and sorrow. Let us learn the right way to be righteous and overcome the evils in our society. In God we Pray, Peace Be with You. It is certainly tragic, that it takes an event like this to allow prayer at school.
Comment by John C. Miller, Sr. — April 19, 2007 @ 10:13 pm
I’m praying here in Singapore.
I’d like to share two passages with you guys- Ps 37 & 1 Cor 9:19-23.
God bless.
Comment by Jia Bin — April 19, 2007 @ 10:06 pm
I’m with you guys in prayer and so is people in my church… I’m from Va and most of my family are Hokies
Comment by Donna — April 19, 2007 @ 10:03 pm
Isa 40:31 But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
The word “renew” means to Change ….The Promise of God is as we wait upon Him He’ll change our strength from natural strength to super natural strength. from our strength to His stength
The only place to find rest from the storm is in His strength. The only place to find comfort is in His strength.
Psa 34:4-5
I sought the LORD, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears.
They looked unto him, and were lightened: and their faces were not ashamed. (disappointed)
VT
You are in our hearts and prayers.
In His Grace
TS
Comment by Tony — April 19, 2007 @ 9:57 pm
Grace and peace to you all.
Love and prayers,
From Sequim, Washington
Comment by Branette — April 19, 2007 @ 9:56 pm
Praying for you in Hershey, PA
It’s sad that tragedy is what brings us together but may you know my Family and I will pray for you. you are not alone. I pray that as you are in pain we can share in your suffering as Brothers and sisters in Christ.
Comment by Debbie Smith — April 19, 2007 @ 9:50 pm
I have been praying for you! And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28
Comment by Rita from California — April 19, 2007 @ 9:49 pm
I prayed for you about 7:30 PM MDT that God will empower the Christians students to have a great witness and provide comfort in the power of the Holy Spitit. ALso that a revival will break out on the campus and around our country.
sue johnston
Comment by Sue Johnston — April 19, 2007 @ 9:48 pm
We have been praying, and will continue. We are having a prayer meeting tonight at 9:30 on campus.
Sending our love from Nebraska Christian College
Comment by Michelle — April 19, 2007 @ 9:47 pm
Will be praying from New Mexico.
When we can’t understand, we need to trust God.
Comment by Donna — April 19, 2007 @ 9:44 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who died in this horrible tragedy and with their families and friends. I am a parent of 2 and can not even fathom the thought. Our prayers are with those who survived and will have to deal with the thoughts and nightmares of this for the rest of their lives. May God wrap his loving and comforting arms around all of you and give you peace in the midst of the storm. Just know that people all over the country are praying for all of you.
Comment by Terrie Perry — April 19, 2007 @ 9:31 pm
“We do not know what to do but our eyes are on you.” II Chronicles 20:12b
My family and I are praying for you right now. We love you. Jesus loves you.
Comment by Jonathan Fitzner — April 19, 2007 @ 9:29 pm
We have praise band rehearsal on Thursday nights at Woodbury Presbyterian in Orlando, Florida. We began tonight’s practice with prayer for the VA Tech community. May the Lord bless you, keep you, comfort and heal you with His love.
Comment by Gayle — April 19, 2007 @ 9:27 pm
Praying for all of you strength and the ability to move forward ithe days ahead. Know that so many care and share your sorrow.
With love in Christ,
A mom in Austin, TX
Comment by Cindy — April 19, 2007 @ 9:24 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, survivors and families left without their loved ones. Only God can get you through this so keep your eyes on Him.
Tampa, FL
Comment by Shelley — April 19, 2007 @ 9:17 pm
We are engraved on the palm of God’s hand.
Nothing touches us until it first passed through the tightly clenched fingers of God!!!!!
God is sovereign. Trust Him!!!!!
Comment by Ed Jones — April 19, 2007 @ 9:11 pm
I feel God’s power and strength as I sit here reading and learning how fast and powerful God is.
Thank you for your leadership.
God’s voice thunders in marvelous ways; he does great things beyond our understanding. . … Job 37:5
Comment by Victoria Balog — April 19, 2007 @ 9:10 pm
Sorry:) Syracuse
Comment by Kellen — April 19, 2007 @ 9:09 pm
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerers thorugh him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Jesus Christ our Lord.”- Romans 8:37-39
Thank you so much! This is powerful. I’m praying for you. I love you. I need you to survive.
Comment by Kellen — April 19, 2007 @ 9:08 pm
I am praying for all of you and I praise God for the testimony of His grace and strength that you all have shown the world. You all are a light in darkness and I know that His word says that He will never leave you or forsake you. Many groups here in the Virginia Beach and Chesapeake VA area are praying for all of you. My prayer is Colossians 1:11, “We pray that you will be invigorated and strengthened with all power according to the might of His Glory; to exercise every kind of endurance and patience with joy”
Comment by Barbara J. Woerner — April 19, 2007 @ 9:05 pm
Lord Console the hearts of those people that have under gone such agony and pain. I pray for all the Cho’s out there that needed to be heard, comforted, payed attention to, and loved. Release your spirit that people like Cho would be attended to by the discerning of your Love.
In Jesus Name!
My heart goes out to the victim’s families, Cho and all the people like him!
Comment by Sally Anguiano — April 19, 2007 @ 8:57 pm
이번 월요일에 있었던 총기난사 사건의 희생자 중 4명의 C.C.C.학생들이 포함되었다는 소식을 들었습니다. 저도 이곳에서 계속적으로 기도하고 있습니다. 이 소식을 듣고 저 또한 많은 충격을 받았고, 어떻게 위로를 할 지 막막합니다. 이곳 한국에서도 계속적으로 버지니아의 소식을 듣고 함께 하나님을 의지하며 기도하고 있습니다. 하나님께서 우리의 기도를 들어주시고, 이 모든 과정 가운데 영광을 받으시고, 슬픔을 당한 가족들을 위로해 주시고 학생들이 슬픔을 덜어 주실 것으로 믿습니다. 저는 영어를 전혀 못합니다. 그래서 대신 한국어로 타이핑을 쳐서 이곳에 올려놓습니다. 언어가 잘 안 통할지라도 저의 마음을 하나님께서 그곳에 전해 주실 줄 믿습니다.
1. C.C.C.학생 4명을 포함하여 사망한 학생들의 가족과 친구들을 위로하여 주소서.
2. 부상당한 학생들과 병원에 아직 입원해 있는 학생들의 몸과 마음을 온전히 치료하여 주소서.
3. 그 날의 참사를 목격한 생존자들을 충격으로부터 빨리 회복시켜 주소서.
4. 유가족과 학교에 빠른 수습을 주시고, 이일로 말미암아 인종간의 갈등으로 비화되지 않게 하소서.
5. 우리 간사들과 다른 선교단체들, 목회자들이 상처 입은 학생들을 지혜롭게 상담하며 사랑을 나눌 수 있는 길을 모색하게 하소서.
6. 버지니아 공대 총기 사건으로 인해 한인 2세들과 유학생들이 소극적이거나, 어눌해 하지
않고 캠퍼스에서 복음으로 소금과 빛으로 더욱 잘 살 수 있도록 인도하소서.
7. 한국 학생들이 이곳 학교와 사회에서 마땅히 해야 할 일을 가르쳐 주소서.
8. 한인 교회와 선교단체가 더욱 복음 전하는 일에 주력하여, 복음을 듣지 못한 사람들이 하나도 없게 하소서.
9. 주 예수 그리스도의 보혈이 사건현장에 충만함으로 어둠의 세력의 결박을 선포합니다.
10. 비극적인 참사 가운데서도 하나님의 마음과 뜻을 깨닫고 긍휼하심이 충만하게 하소서.
11. 전 세계 C.C.C.가 각 캠퍼스 선교지마다 소외된 학생들을 돌아보아 이들을 말씀 안에 올바로 양육하며 회복시키는 사명감을 갖게 하소서.
12. 캠퍼스에서 안타깝게 희생된 희생자들의 유가족을 위로하시고, 버지니아 공대 캠퍼스에
다시금 주의 복음이 널리 전해되는 기회가 되게 하소서.
13. 한국인 모두가 이번 사건을 통하여, 패망의 선봉인 교만을 떨쳐버리고 지극히 겸손한
양심과 태도로 임하는 기회가 되게 하소서.
14. 한국 이민 사회의 젊은 세대들의 정체성 확립이 건강한 토대에서 성장 할 수 있는
기회가 되게 하소서.
15. 이 사건으로 인해 미국 거주 한국인들이 피해가 없게 하시고, 안전하게 지켜주소서.
16. 주님이 주신 생명을 존귀하게 여기며, 전 세계적으로 자살과 살인의 잔혹함에 사로잡혀
있는 자들을 평안으로 위로하소서.
17. 지금이 복음을 전할 최적의 시기임을 깨어있는 그리스도인들이 알며 믿음으로 전도하여
불안에 떨고 있는 한국의 부모들과 유학 간 학생들을 주께로 인도하소서.
Comment by Jung Hee Su — April 19, 2007 @ 8:56 pm
May God give you His strength, comfort, and healing during this tragedy. May you know His presence and his leading as you minister to students and their families.
Comment by Janell — April 19, 2007 @ 8:54 pm
There is a family of three
On bended knee
Praying for thee!
Wishes for healing and comfort during this time…from Cumming, Georgia
Comment by katiebod — April 19, 2007 @ 8:53 pm
There is a family of three
On bended knee
Praying for thee!
Wishes for healing a comfort during this time…from Cumming, Georgia
Comment by katiebod — April 19, 2007 @ 8:53 pm
Our family is joining with others in prayer that the God of all comfort would pour out His love and peace at this time of great sorrow. We stand firm in the strength of God choosing not to be overcome by evil, but to overcome evil with good. We reach out in the love of Christ to each family suffering loss. May you be comforted today knowing others care deeply.
Comment by Leslie Harlan — April 19, 2007 @ 8:50 pm
I agree to pray tonight Thur for the campus of students and your daughter.
This has been a tragedy for our whole country.
“Lord touch the parents and other family members of these precious ones”
Sandra Lanham
Comment by Sandra Lanham — April 19, 2007 @ 8:47 pm
I haven’t stopped praying. I will continue.
Comment by Margaret — April 19, 2007 @ 8:44 pm
Your pain, your suffering my heart hurts so much and is broken over this tragedy.
GOD IS LOVE. He will never, ever leave us. KNOW that HE, our Precious Heavenly Father is working a great work on your campus and this nation. He is love; we must be and show His love to all - to those - know and unknown - in our daily lives.
His arms of strength, peace and hope be with you and carry you through this tragedy. Surrender and Let your Savior work in you and love you.
Your sister in Christ,
Phyllis
Comment by Phyllis A DuBose — April 19, 2007 @ 8:43 pm
We are praying for you here in Western Arkansas.
Comment by Don and Cathy — April 19, 2007 @ 8:41 pm
Praying from Ormond Beach, FL
“O my Comforter in sorrow, my heart is faint within me,” (Jeremiah 8:18 NIV)
Comment by Marisa Gary — April 19, 2007 @ 8:32 pm
dear precious brothers and sisiters in Christ,
Please know that our family (CCC staff usually serving in Germany, but on Home Assignment in the Chicagoland area) is praying for you. Our hearts go out to you.
We are bringing you before our Father’s throne. We are asking for comfort, healing, hope and peace to permeate. We are beseeching Him to Glorify Himself through each and every situation.
We believe God CAN and He desires to use each situation for GOOD.
We pray that each of you would choose to trust Him, lean on Him, fall on Him.
We wish we could hug each one of you.
Believing Him, Kari for Glenn, Michaela (11), Allie (9), adn J.T. (7)
Comment by kari frantz — April 19, 2007 @ 8:31 pm
My husband is a VA Tech grad and we visited there over our break. We are teaching at a Christian University in South Korea. We are praying for you and we are processing this tragedy and the shame of his being from South Korea. Our students are deeply grieved and we are seeking the Lord.
In my classes we have been writing, or quiet or thinking of all that has happened to process the terrible sin and pain, anger and shame.
Our Lord is mighty. He alone knows all things and He is working in the midst of great pain and sorrow. We are holding a candelight vigil tonight to lift up your campus and your students as well as all the families.
May our Lord’s comfort and healing deeply minister to all involved.
your sister in our Lord Jesus, Lynn
Comment by Lynn Henk — April 19, 2007 @ 8:30 pm
Have been praying since the first news came on TV.
Tonight on the news, one of the victims said he forgave the killer. Praise the Lord, that is the beginning of healing.
May He give us the grace to pray for his family, also.
Feel His arms around each of you, pouring out His love to you.
Because He lives and cares.
Winnie in OH
Comment by Winnie — April 19, 2007 @ 8:28 pm
Psalm 27:13 - “I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the Lord.”
Our Loving Father’s heart must be aching and at the same time He is ready to comfort us.
Comment by Barbara Maxwell — April 19, 2007 @ 8:27 pm
Christ is the Master whose touch is tender in the midst of suffering. May He tenderly touch those who are seeking comfort. May He make himself known to those who are searching for answers. May He use those who are His at VA Tech to transform death into victory, pain into peace. Your sister in Christ from Boston, Susan
Comment by Susan Maini — April 19, 2007 @ 8:27 pm
Praying for you from Boston.
Comment by Karen Collins — April 19, 2007 @ 8:20 pm
“I will lift up my eyes unto the hills from whence cometh my help… My help cometh from the Lord who made heaven and earth.” Psalm 121
Prayers and love from Lancaster, PA
Comment by Jackie — April 19, 2007 @ 8:20 pm
Lifting you up in NY to the Lord who is “our strength and our shield, an ever present help in times of trouble.” He was present during the 9/11 attacks, and He was present on Monday… and from this tragedy, He will bring much good. Praying for you as staff and students who are ministering in the aftermath….
Comment by Heidi — April 19, 2007 @ 8:16 pm
We who know the LORD JESUS as LORD and SAVIOR ..Know who is behind this Horrorific display that took place…We pray for the Families and friends of these that lost their lives. As we gathering together tonite @7pm. The praise Choir @ Rancho Cucamonga Calvary Chapel will be praying for everyone that has effected by this tragedy.
Comment by bobbi girard — April 19, 2007 @ 8:15 pm
You are in our prayers. One of us is an alum of Marshall University, a school that has also known tragedy. God will use this for good, He always does! We love you.
Comment by Sue and Kenny Allen — April 19, 2007 @ 8:10 pm
I wanted to let you know that I have contacted my friend in radio and also asked my brother-in-law the pastor to pray today at 7:00pm in his class. I live in Denver and although was not close to the Columbine tragedy, and cannot understand what you are going through, I see the pain and the hurt. God Bless to all the students of this world as he reveals his glory that will come from this.
Comment by Kerry Chandler — April 19, 2007 @ 8:06 pm
I began praying for you the moment the word hit the airwaves. Bless you all, may God̵