SALT LAKE CITY — The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints issued the following statement today:
"We are profoundly saddened by the events this morning at a school in Connecticut. We grieve with all those affected by this tragedy and especially for the families of these little children.
"In this hour of great sorrow we pray the Spirit of our Father in Heaven will provide comfort and peace to all."
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Another senseless tragedy...it breaks my heart. It's difficult to find words to express the deep sorrow I've felt since the shooting occurred. I wish I had the power to bring back all the lives that were taken. Senseless is the only way More..