It’s been wonderful to see the reaction of many to the recent attacks. In my local community, the nearby Observatory Methodist church quickly swelled from supporting 80 people, to supporting 300 people. Many of the first batch were Somalian, who later moved to a mosque in Salt River. The next batch of people were mostly Zimbabwean. There’s a high turnover, as many are leaving as soon as they can organise, or afford, to. Others are resettling elsewhere.
The local community has been fantastically supportive, supplying food, counselling and job opportunities. I get regular updates on what’s needed, and what help can be provided.
There are peace meditations and prayer meetings, protests and marches, physical support, and virtual groups on Facebook.
It’s good to see this manifestation of our humanity.
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