HOUSTON – After a shooting broke out at Lakewood Church on Sunday, several Texas lawmakers and local officials took to social media to respond.
During the incident, a child was critically injured, and a man was hurt after a woman opened fire inside Lakewood Church.
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The shooting happened in the 3700 block of Southwest Freeway around 2 p.m.
The suspect was later fatally shot by an off-duty Houston police officer and TABC agent.
After the shooting, many officials offered their support and prayers to all of the victims and those involved in the situation. Here is what they said.
“Our hearts are with those impacted by today’s tragic shooting and the entire Lakewood Church community in Houston. Places of worship are sacred. I have been in contact with Mayor Whitmire and offered the full support and resources of the State of Texas, including Department of Public Safety officers and Texas Rangers, to help this community and bring swift justice to the criminal who committed this heinous act. Join Cecilia and me in praying for this community during this difficult time and for the brave men and women in blue who acted quickly to respond to this tragedy,” Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said on Sunday.
Our hearts are with those impacted by today’s tragic shooting in Houston.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) February 11, 2024
Places of worship are sacred.
I have spoken with Mayor Whitmire and offered the full support of Texas to bring this criminal to justice.
Join Cecilia and me in praying for the Lakewood Church community. pic.twitter.com/OVr7pJ0g7Q
Please see my statement below: pic.twitter.com/X6afVBoLms
— Lina Hidalgo (@LinaHidalgoTX) February 12, 2024
Our prayers are with the victims, their families and the entire Lakewood community following today’s tragedy at the church. Houston firefighters are on scene to render care. Details still coming out. https://t.co/IxUwfeIx80
— Houston Firefighters (@FirefightersHOU) February 11, 2024
“We offer our deepest prayers for this terrible situation today at @lakewoodchurch. Our prayers to all who were involved,” Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said on Sunday.
Please join Jan and me in prayer for the victims of today’s shooting and the entire Lakewood Church congregation. Worshippers of all faiths must have the peace of mind that they’re safe whenever they congregate. I stand proudly with the brave first responders who eliminated the…
— Office of the Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick (@LtGovTX) February 11, 2024
“Our community is devastated by today’s events and grateful for the swift actions of law enforcement. May the healing hands of God touch the lives of everyone involved and provide comfort during this difficult time. In the face of such darkness, we must hold onto our faith and remember evil will not prevail. God will guide us through the darkest of times. Together, we will rise above this tragedy and stand firm in our commitment to love and support one another. In times like these, our faith is tested, but it is also strengthened. We don’t always understand why things like this happen, but we know that God is in control. Please join me in continued prayer for healing and peace,” wrote Joel Osteen, the pastor of Lakewood Church on Sunday.
Our community is devastated by today’s events and grateful for the swift actions of law enforcement. May the healing hands of God touch the lives of everyone involved and provide comfort during this difficult time.
— Joel Osteen (@JoelOsteen) February 12, 2024
In the face of such darkness, we must hold onto our faith and… pic.twitter.com/hAzOSSX69i