In wake of deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, Bishop Carter urges United Methodists to bring message of healing to all people.

June 12, 2016 | UMNS

Florida Area Bishop Kenneth Carter Jr. is urging churches to share the message of God’s unconditional love after the deadliest shooting in U.S. history.

Bishop Kenneth Carter Jr. Photo courtesy of the Council of Bishops

Bishop Kenneth Carter Jr. Photo courtesy of the Council of Bishops

The early-morning massacre at an Orlando gay nightclub has left at least 50 dead and 53 injured. Long before the tragedy, Florida United Methodists had planned to meet June 16-18 in Orlando for their annual conference session.

Here is Carter’s statement:

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