“Dear Charleston” Musical Tribute Released [VIDEO]

“Local residents come together to create musical tribute to Emanuel AME Church and the city of Charleston”

On June 17, 2015, one of the greatest tragedies the city of Charleston, South Carolina has ever seen took place. A lone gunman entered Emanuel AME Church on Calhoun Street and opened fire during a mid-week Bible study, killing 9, injuring 1, and leaving 2 survivors. Following the arrest of the shooter, the victim’s families openly forgave the killer in court.

A daughter of Ethel Lance, one of the deceased, said “I will never be able to hold her again, but I forgive you, and have mercy on your soul. You hurt me. You hurt a lot of people but God forgives you, and I forgive you.”

On more than one occasion, the people of the city of Charleston filled the streets with love and support for their brothers and sisters who were grieving.

The love and forgiveness displayed by the families of the victims and the people of the city of Charleston moved a group of individuals to pay tribute to those affected by this tragic event.

This group of volunteers was made up of both friends and strangers from all over the Charleston area. The communities of Summerville, Lincolnville, Goose Creek, West Ashley and Mount Pleasant were all represented.

The multi-cultural group worked together to create a song,  “Dear Charleston”, and an accompanying video that represents their recognition of social divisions in the past and racial tensions in current times while highlighting their hope for future unity among all people.

The end result of their efforts can be found at: https://youtu.be/-IE3o7hQZlY

For more information, please contact
Daniel Riley
dearcharlestonproject@gmail.com

 

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