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Share Thoughts, Reaction for Boston; Georgetown Organizations React

A look at how our community is showing support via social media.

Share your prayers, thoughts, concerns for those who were at the Boston Marathon today when two explosions rocked the finish line, killing two and injuring scores. See the reaction of area businesses and community organizations here and please add any of yours to the comments below.

The following comes from our Facebook News Feed:

St. Johns Episcopal Church, Georgetown Washington DC: Our thoughts and prayers are with the people and City of Boston.

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Whole Foods Market Georgetown: Thinking of everyone in Boston this afternoon.

Washington National Cathedral: O merciful Father, who has taught us in your holy Word that you do not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men: look with pity upon the sorrows of your people in Boston. Remember them, O Lord, in your mercy; nourish their souls with patience; comfort the wounded with a sense of your goodness; lift up your countenance upon the first responders; and give us all peace—through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Georgetown, DC: Thinking of everyone in Boston right now...our thoughts and prayers are with everyone there!!

Lululemon Athletica Georgetown: "The Divine light in me salutes the Divine light in you. Namaste." Our thoughts, prayers, and hearts are with all of those in Boston right now and with all of those who have families and loved ones there as well. May the Divine light within all of us offer healing and love during this tragic time.

Capella Washington D.C., Georgetown: My thoughts and prayers go out to the city of Boston and all the families and individuals affected today during the Boston Marathon.

Georgetown Cupcake: We are praying for everyone affected by today's tragedy at the Boston Marathon. Our Georgetown Cupcake Newbury team is safe, but we will be closing our Georgetown Cupcake Newbury shop early at 5pm today.

The Dandelion Patch: We are praying for and thinking of all the people in Boston right now. We can hardly imagine. Lots of love and support is coming your way.

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