Gun Violence Prevention Forum, March 11

Gun Violence Prevention Forum

Watch a recording of the event below.

Thank you to everyone who joined us to be part of the conversation about the impact of gun violence in Richmond and how residents and churches can help build a safer, better community. The program took place on March 11, in Reveille’s sanctuary. Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones and Rev. Dr. Peter Moon offered opening remarks.

Panelists who participated in the forum include:

  • Rev. Marvin Gilliam, Richmonders Involved to Strengthen Our Communities (RISC) Leader
  • Greg Hopkins, Interim Director, City of Richmond’s Department of Justice Services and Senior Policy Advisor for Gun Violence Prevention
  • Deputy Chief Sybil El-Amin Jones, Richmond Police Department
  • T. Jasen Cooper, Associate Director for Climate and Culture for Richmond Public Schools
  • Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson, United Methodist Church Virginia Conference
  • The panel was moderated by WRIC-TV 8 News Anchor Eric Philips.

Your Next Steps
You’re invited to join these upcoming opportunities to build a safer, better community.

REVEILLE UMC GROUP

Gun Violence Prevention Group Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 pm, Welcome Center, 4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond
Join Reveille’s monthly group in planning future gun violence prevention events and initiatives. Learn more at www.reveilleumc.org/violence-prevention.

WEEKLY BELL RINGING FOR VICTIMS

Reveille United Methodist Church
Mondays, 1:00 pm, Sanctuary, 4200 Cary Street Road, Richmond

Second Presbyterian Church
Mondays, 11:00 am, Check In with Office, 5 N. 5th Street, Richmond

Ginter Park Presbyterian Church
Tuesdays, Noon, Sanctuary, 3601 Seminary Avenue, Richmond

Gather at one of these churches each week to pray, call the names of gun violence victims, and ring a bell after each name is called.

TURNING GUNS INTO GARDEN TOOLS

Special Event, Saturday, August 15, 10:00 am
Yaupon Place Park, 1313 Westwood Avenue, Richmond
RawTools Buffalo will bring a forge and transform weapons into tools that support our community gardens. Experience the magic and healing that comes from repurposing guns to benefit local green spaces. This is a free, family-friendly event. The event is co-sponsored by Second Presbyterian Church and Union Presbyterian Seminary, with support from RVA Gun Violence Prevention Program, Virginians for Change, Moms Demand Action RVA, and Yaupon Place.

Watch a recording of the event below.