08/27/2026
Please join us today in praying for the Annunciation community, especially as they mark one year since the tragedy that so deeply affected their community and so many across our wider community.
We pray especially for the eternal rest of Harper Moyski and Fletcher Merkel. May the Lord draw near to their families and loved ones, surrounding them with His comfort, strength, and peace as they continue to carry the weight of their grief.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
Heavenly Father, be close to all those of us who mourn today. Guide our communities in the way of peace.
Today, August 27, we remember.
One year ago, our Annunciation community experienced an unimaginable tragedy. Today, our hearts remain with Harper Moyski and Fletcher Merkel, whose lives, light, and memory are forever part of Annunciation. We hold their families especially close in our prayers, along with all those who continue to carry the impact of that day.
Over the past year, we have grieved, prayed, gathered, supported one another, and continued the difficult work of healing. There is no single way to move through grief, and we know this day may hold many different emotions for members of our community.
We are deeply grateful for the extraordinary love and care that has surrounded Annunciation throughout this past year. Our families, parishioners, staff, neighbors, first responders, community partners, and people near and far have continued to walk alongside us in ways both seen and unseen.
Today, we make space to remember, to pray, and to be together as an Annunciation community. Our gatherings on campus today are private and intended for members of the Annunciation community. We invite our friends, neighbors, and the greater community to join us in remembrance from wherever you are through prayer and acts of service. Serve a neighbor, support a local organization, care for your community, or find another meaningful way to bring hope to others in honor of this day.
Those who wish to support Annunciation directly may give to our Hope & Healing Fund, found at www.annunciationmsp.org,which provides ongoing support and resources for our church and school, students and families, and those impacted by the events of August 27.
As we continue forward, we ask God to guide us in our continued healing, strengthen us in hope, and guide our feet into the way of peace.
