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The St James Massacre and Forgiveness

September 1st, 2023 | 5 min read

By Christina Stanton

Almost 1,000 people braved the winter cold to attend the July 25, 1993, Sunday evening service of St. James Church in Cape Town, South Africa. As a young duo began a worship song, the rear sanctuary doors were flung open, and Pastor Ross Anderson heard what he first thought was the pop of firecrackers. Quickly realizing two men at the back of the sanctuary were firing guns into the crowd, he shouted, “Get down,” as congregants dove under pews.

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Christina Stanton

Christina Stanton is the author of the award-winning book, "Out of the Shadow of 9-11: An Inspiring Tale of Escape and Transformation," which has been featured on TV channels and in top publications all over the world. Learn more about her work at www.christinaraystanton.com.