01/25/2026
💔 Our Hearts Are Heavy — But Love Must Prevail 💔
So much heartbreak in our state of Minnesota and across our country right now. We’re witnessing violence, loss, and division that is hurting families, communities, and our shared sense of safety and humanity.
Recently here in Minnesota, there have been tragic and shocking incidents that have shaken so many of us:
• A federal Border Patrol operation in Minneapolis resulted in the death of a local ICU nurse, a person known for caring for others — sparking grief, outrage, and deep questioning about how we treat one another and how law enforcement is used in our communities. 
• This is occurring amid broader controversies and protests over the handling of a previous fatal shooting by an ICE agent in January, which has led to calls for justice, transparency, and accountability. 
• These events follow other violent tragedies in Minnesota in recent years — including mass shootings that have taken innocent lives and left families forever changed. 
And this pain is not isolated to our state. Across the U.S., too many families are grieving after senseless acts of violence — in schools, neighborhoods, and places of worship. The grief we feel in Minnesota reflects a broader sorrow felt by millions of Americans.
💛 Now more than ever, we need to stand together.
We need to remind one another that:
✨ Love is stronger than hate
✨ We all bleed red
✨ No one is better than another
✨ We all come from ancestors who sought hope and a better life
🙏 Let’s Pray for Minnesota — for comfort, justice, and healing.
🙏 Let’s Pray for Our Country — for peace, empathy, and unity.
🙏 Let’s Pray for Love and Humanity — so we can build bridges, not walls; understanding, not fear.
To everyone feeling overwhelmed by what’s happening — you are not alone. Let’s lift each other up and work toward a future where compassion and respect guide our actions.
🕊️ Together we can choose love.
