Rabbi Marder broke tradition for the first time and responded to her (my) congregation by emailing the invitation to this event during Shabbat (the day the massacre took place). The vigil was the very next night.

There was no discussing calendar or conflicting events. I just *knew* I had to attend. Never had I seen the synagogue so full. People were crying and hugging each other and so many faiths were represented. We all belong, together.