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Charlotte churches regroup after long week of demonstrations, unrest

Posted September 30th, 2016

Although the streets of Charlotte, North Carolina are now quiet following protests in response to the shooting death of Keith Lamont Scott by police, area Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) pastors say the historic and deep-seated sentiment that fostered unrest after this killing remains.

Church leaders seek peaceful solutions in the wake of a violent week across the country

Posted July 8th, 2016

Presbyteries in Louisiana, Minnesota and Texas are working to help their communities respond in the wake of several shootings this week that have once again sparked debate over gun violence, racism and use of force by police.