Monday, September 29, 2025

Feast of the Holy Archangels 

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As Bishop of the Diocese of Lansing, I offer my prayers for all those killed in yesterday’s fatal attack upon the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Grand Blanc Township while also assuring those who mourn, and those who are injured, my solace and support.

Any place of worship should be a sanctuary of peace. The violation of such a haven, especially upon a Sunday morning, makes yesterday’s act of mass violence even more shocking. I commend the first responders for heroically assisting at the scene and for working to safeguard other local places of worship.

Lastly, let us remember that Jesus Christ is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Hence, in this moment of tragedy, let us all draw closer to Jesus, Prince of Peace.

Our Lady, Comforter of the Afflicted, pray for us.

Assuring you of my prayers, I am sincerely yours in Christ,

+Earl Boyea
Bishop of Lansing