Community Prayer Vigil Held

As dusk set upon the small crowd at the White Plains fountain at the intersection of Main Street and Mamaroneck Avenue, News 12’s camera crew filmed and reporters queried the attendees as to why they were there. The theme seemed to be one of unity and spiritual remembrance for lives lost in the bombing that just took place in Massachusetts during the final stages of the Boston Marathon.

Organized by former Greenburgh Councilwoman Sonya Brown, she read from a prepared prayer for several minutes as the group bowed their heads. With the temperature dropping and the sun setting, the prayer seemed to warm those participating as well as watching from the groups perimeter. Some held lit candles. Several people walking by stopped to participate. Once the prayer was concluded, Ms. Brown asked if anyone would like to add anything. No one did. Her prayer said enough.

Our hearts and continued prayers go out to the victims of the bombings as well as the attackers. We must remain vigilant and while we cannot be ready for every scenario, we will remain alert, involved and ready. God bless us all.