How clergy in Minneapolis are preaching to their congregations after the shooting

By Jason DeRose

Published August 31, 2025 at 8:09 AM EDT

How will clergy in Minneapolis preach to their congregations, just days after a shooter attacked a Catholic church and school in their city?

Jason DeRose

Jason DeRose is the Western Bureau Chief for NPR News, based at NPR West in Culver City. He edits news coverage from Member station reporters and freelancers in California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Alaska and Hawaii. DeRose also edits coverage of religion and LGBTQ issues for the National Desk.

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