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Turning hearts toward home

February 28, 2008

Two Families United in Tragedy (Part 1 of 2)

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Dr. James Dobson talks with the Murray and Works families who recall the tragic events of December 9, 2007, when Matthew Murray shot several people at a missions training center and at New Life Church in Colorado. (Part 1 of 2)

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Today's resources

Statements by the Murray and Works Families
Expressions of love, grace and forgiveness in the wake of a violent tragedy.
Tribute to the Works Sisters
A brief tribute to two young women who loved the Lord.
Slideshow: Forgiveness in the Wake of Tragedy
View some photos of those affected by the December 9, 2007 shooting incidents in Colorado.
Web Exclusive Audio: A Mass Shooter's Mother Speaks
What made Matthew Murray do it? In this Windows Media audio clip, the mass-shooter's mother speaks with psychologist Dr. James Dobson.

Guest Biography

Dr. Ronald Murray is a neurologist and the director of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic of Colorado. His wife, Loretta, holds a degree in physical therapy and is the director of the Women's Ministry at His Love Fellowship in Denver, Colo. Ronald and Loretta have three children — a daughter, Cherise, and two sons, Matthew (deceased) and Christopher.

David and Marie Works David Works is employed in the information technologies field. His wife, Marie, is a homemaker and a home schooling mom. David and Marie have four daughters: Grace, Laurie, Rachel (deceased) and Stephanie (deceased).

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