Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "My heart aches for all of your community of faith who have suffered such a senseless and tragic loss. Please know that we, who have faith and hope in God, know that you are not alone. We are with you. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. I pray for your peace. Shalom, Sarah."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "My prayer- my prayer is for all the people affected to be at peace. Please Lord look after their friends and family, loved ones in this time of need. In God's name I pray. Amen."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "To our Brothers and Sisters at Tree of Life Synagogue, First off, my heart is saddened by the unspeakable tragedy that visited your community last week. My (one) heart breaks with you and we mourn beside you. Second, I feel anger that this could happen. Anger that anyone who have so much fear and brokenness in them that they could commit this kind of act. Finally, and most profoundly, I feel a sense of hope!

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter is dated November 4, 2018 and reads: "Dear Friends, May I never understand the anger and the hatred that has been loosed on you in Pittsburgh. May the awful misunderstanding that leads to these feelings in too many others be washed from the face of the Earth. I am ashamed for so many on our planet, whether they murder Jews, Coptics, journalists, or perceived blasphemers. And I am angered by the fomenting of such terror by our leaders and by the silence of our politicians.

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter is dated 11/4/18 and reads: "Dear All, Our hearts are crying with you. We feel you[r] pain. We pray you can worship in your house and feel safe. With Halloween just passing, I am reminded of skeletons and the fact they all look the same. We can't tell someone's faith, color, etc. We are all the same- people of God. Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church is with you, supports you, cares for you. Mary [last name redacted] Elementary School Teacher."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter is dated Nov. 4, 2018 and reads: "Dear Friends, I'm at a loss for words to think about the horror you've experienced and the hate that has been directed towards you. Our hearts break with you and I am so sorry this has happened to you. We are with you and are and continue to be praying for you. We are praying for comfort, protection and healing. We love you! Greg and Stephanie [last name redacted] and family."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Dear Members, We at the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in California extend our most heartfelt feeling for you in the time of mourning. It is our wish that your healing take place as soon as possible. We are with you in your loving God. Jay [last name redacted]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "God be with each of you."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Dear Brothers and Sisters, May God give you strength and courage to overcome this tragedy and bring even more conviction and purpose to the Tree of Life congregation. [First name illegible, last name redacted]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Please know your brothers and sisters in Christ stand with you and offer our sincere condolences. Your roots are embedded in our Christianity. Your roots are strong and your strength will sustain you. In Christ's love, PLCPC San Diego, CA."

Envelope containing letters written by members of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The envelope is labeled with a piece of paper reading: "Letters for Tree of Life Synagogue."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Dear Synagogue, Being God's chosen often includes incredible sacrifice. Too often you are chosen to be the sacrifice for us all. Thank you and bless you, [name illegible]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "To all of you at Tree of Life Synagogue, Deepest prayers and love reach out to each of you. May God's light and love bring you healing and strength. We are all one in our bonds of faith and goodness and HOPE! You are loved. Wendy [last name redacted]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Dear Tree of Life Synagogue, Brothers and sisters, we love you and are praying for all of you in this difficult time. Love, The Pasha Family."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Beloved of the Lord- We cry with you in your sorrow, loss, and anger, And we pray with you for healing, forgiveness, hope and peace- Because of the One God who gave life to us all. In the name of His Son, Yeshua, Your sister, Kate [last name redacted]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The front cover features a heart with the words "Love and Peace" in the center. The inside reads: "To the Tree of Life Synagogue- May you begin to heal in the days that follow. May you feel love from those around you. You are not alone in your pain. You are not alone in your confusion. We are together with you. Know that love and peace will surround you from now until eternity. Though we may be of different faiths, our love for one another does not change...

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter is dated Nov. 4, '18 and reads: "We are so sorry to learn of the horrible tragedy that has befallen your church. Please know that we at Point Loma Pres. in San Diego are with you in prayer always and that God will always make things right in His own time and way. Stay strong in His word and trust Him to heal your hearts. In this we pray and support you from afar. Eric [last name redacted] PLPC."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "G-d be with you. Know that the great-grandson of Or' [?]- gollath will always fail through those who the follow one true G-d." David.

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Dear friends, My heart and prayers are with all of you as you process your loss and the events in these past few days. May God's presence and comfort be showered on every one of you. I cannot even begin to imagine... I pray for God's grace and blessings. With love, Cheryl [last name redacted]."

Letter from a member of the Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church in San Diego, California. The letter reads: "Tree of Life, Love always wins. We are with you. Blessings, Dolly and Stan [last name redacted]."