Minneapolis archbishop urges prayers that inspire action

In St. Paul, the Archbishop of Minneapolis is navigating emotionally charged discussions around the role of prayer following recent mass shootings. Archbishop Bernard Hebda’s parish includes the Announcement Church and school where a shooter tragically targeted children returning to school on August 27. The incident resulted in two fatalities and injured 18 others, mostly students, […]
Tennessee Democrat labels thoughts and prayers as ‘theological misconduct’

Tennessee Representative Critiques “Thoughts and Prayers” After Tragedy On Saturday, a Democratic representative from Tennessee expressed strong disapproval of the common phrase “thoughts and prayers” following mass shootings, describing it as “theological malpractice.” He drew a comparison between gun manufacturers and idolatry, emphasizing a deeper moral failure in addressing gun violence. “I want to incorporate […]
Republicans revive ‘thoughts and prayers’ following Minneapolis shooting

Following a tragic shooting, GOP politicians and conservative media figures are advocating for “thoughts and prayers,” aiming to shift the conversation. This has drawn both ridicule and criticism, especially as mass shootings at schools and public venues have become disturbingly common in the U.S. Democrats and liberal commentators often see these expressions as insincere, especially […]
Minnesota REQUIRES ‘thoughts and prayers’ during the outcry from the left

Yet another school shooting—another blow to the Christian community, and a deep sorrow for countless American families. And, of course, we see a wave of progressive outrage claiming that Christians misuse our prayers in times of distress. “We shouldn’t just default to ‘thoughts and prayers’ now. These kids were literally praying,” said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob […]
Psaki supports response to backlash over thoughts and prayers after school shooting

Jen Psaki Responds to Criticism on Prayer Comments After Minnesota School Shooting Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki faced backlash after her comments regarding “thoughts and prayers” following a shooting at a Catholic school in Minnesota that left two students dead and many others injured. In a segment on her MSNBC show, she emphasized […]
Vance criticizes Psaki for stating ‘no more thoughts and prayers’ after the Minnesota school shooting.

Vance Critiques Psaki’s Comments on Prayer After School Shooting On August 28, 2025, Vice President JD Vance took a stand against Jen Psaki’s remarks after a tragic shooting at a Catholic school in Minnesota, where two children lost their lives. In an exchange on social media, Vance reacted to a post by Psaki that criticized […]
Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever offers prayers for the victims of the Minneapolis shooting.

Tragedy Strikes Minneapolis Catholic School Sophie Cunningham, a player for the Indiana Fever, recently reacted to the devastating news of a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where two children lost their lives and seventeen others were injured on Wednesday. Cunningham took to social media to express her sorrow for the victims, describing […]
Insensitive Democrats respond negatively to prayers for Christians killed in tragic Minnesota shooting

Aftermath of Minnesota Shooting Sparks Debate on Prayer In the wake of a tragic mass shooting at a Catholic Church in Minnesota, various Democrats voiced strong criticism of prayer as a response to violence. A gunman opened fire on innocent children—ages 8 and 10—while they were praying inside Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis on Wednesday […]
Jen Psaki Expresses Frustration With Christian Prayers Following Catholic School Shooting

Psaki Criticizes ‘Thoughts and Prayers’ After School Shooting On Wednesday, former White House press secretary Jen Psaki expressed her frustration towards expressions of faith in light of a tragic school shooting. A gunman attacked a church service, killing two young children, aged 8 and 10, and injuring 17 others by shooting through a window. Following […]
Mayor Jacob Frey Criticizes Christians for ‘Thoughts and Prayers’ After Catholic Church Shooting

Mayor Critiques “Thoughts and Prayers” After School Shooting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey expressed frustration with those offering “thoughts and prayers” for the victims of a recent shooting at a Catholic school. On Wednesday, a gunman took the lives of two children, aged 8 and 10, and injured 17 others during a church service. At a […]