Statement of Bishop Edward Weisenburger on the Killing of Mr. George Floyd

I join with Bishops across our Nation in denouncing racism and the violence it engenders.   

The killing of Mr. George Floyd is an image that remains deeply etched in the minds of all Americans.  I pray that this horrific image will lead to our reexamination of the lingering presence of racism in our culture and become a call to action for all of us to work for deep and lasting change.   

I have prayed at Mass for Mr. Floyd by name.  It is my prayer that God will raise him up to eternal life, even as God raises up a host of voices that cry out for justice and dignity for every human being and an end to violence in our communities.  
+Edward J. Weisenburger, Bishop of Tucson 
   June 2, 2020