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Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A Houston megachurch was preparing to hold a special service on Sunday, a week following a tragic incident where a woman opened fire in one of its hallways before being fatally shot by security officers. The incident took place at Lakewood Church, led by renowned pastor Joel Osteen.
Lakewood Church had suspended its services since the shooting on February 11, which caused chaos and panic among worshippers. The perpetrator, Genesse Moreno, entered the church with her 7-year-old son and started shooting. Despite her actions, Moreno did not reach the main sanctuary and was eventually taken down by two off-duty officers. Tragically, two individuals were injured in the shooting, including Moreno’s son who sustained a gunshot wound to the head and was hospitalized.
There are still many unanswered questions surrounding the shooting, including Moreno’s motives and how she acquired the AR-style rifle used in the attack. Moreno’s former mother-in-law, Walli Carranza, revealed to The Associated Press that Moreno had a history of mental health issues. She pointed to systemic failures and lenient gun laws as contributing factors to the tragic event.
In a video message shared on social media, Joel Osteen announced the special service scheduled for Sunday as a time for healing and restoration. Despite the challenges faced by the church in the past week, Osteen emphasized the importance of coming together and not succumbing to fear.
Authorities are still investigating the reasons behind Moreno’s actions and her choice of target. While records indicate that Moreno attended sporadic services at Lakewood Church in previous years, there is no evidence of her presence at the church in 2022.
Texas currently does not have a “red flag” law that would allow for the removal of firearms from individuals deemed dangerous due to mental health concerns or threats of violence. Moreno, who used multiple aliases, identified as female based on past police reports and interviews.
Joel Osteen, a prominent figure in the religious community, reaches thousands of followers through his weekly sermons at Lakewood Church. Despite the recent tragedy, the church remains steadfast in its mission to provide spiritual guidance and support to its congregation.
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