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South Tampa Business Owners, Organizations React to Boston Bombing

Residents are invited to share their prayers and thoughts about Monday's Boston Marathon bombing on South Tampa-Hyde Park Patch.

Share your prayers, thoughts and concerns for those who were at the Boston Marathon Monday, April 15 when two explosions rocked the finish line, killing three and injuring scores.

See the reaction of area businesses and community organizations here and please add any of yours to the comments below.

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Brier Grieves Insurance: Our hearts are heavy. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the Boston Marathon tragedy.

Nucci Medical Clinic, LLC: Thoughts and prayers to the city of Boston, all the victims and their families affected by these horrific events.

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The UPS Store Downtown Tampa, FL (#4639): Our deepest sympathies go out to all those affected by the Boston Marathon explosions. You are in our hearts.

Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church: God of Justice and Peace, we lift up our prayers for the people of Boston and all suffering in this tragedy. Restrain evil and let the power of your love triumph over hate. Bring energy and strength and guidance to rescue workers, law enforcement and security and government leaders. Pour healing on the injured and comfort the grieving. Grant us wisdom, Lord, as we struggle to respond, and courage to respond with faithfulness. Hear our prayer for peace and justice. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen

Inkwood Books: Our thoughts are with Boston, and we are inspired by the runners who are crossing the finish line and continuing on to the hospital to donate blood. Sorrow and beauty, tragedy and triumph.

Classical Weapon Arts of Tampa We can't possibly say this any better:
"When tragedies strike, heroes rise to meet the challenge: the first responders seen sprinting toward the blast site, the runners who changed course to run to local hospitals to donate blood, and the fine citizens of Boston who at once opened their homes to marathoners in need of a place to stay. When we come together, we cannot be brought down." ~ George Takei

Green Dog Wash: Our thoughts go out to anyone affected by the explosions at today's Boston Marathon.

South Tampa Chamber of Commerce: Our hearts go out to all those affected by the tragedy in Boston today.

Mosh Posh Designer Consigner: Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who have been impacted by the Boston marathon bombing! This is another sad attack that should have never of occurred... This violence really needs to stop!

Palma Ceia United Methodist Church: Be praying today for the people of Boston... the vicitims, their families, and the residents of the city who are undoubtedly shaken today.

Whatever Pops: Our thoughts and prayers go out for all of those who were affected by the bombing in Boston yesterday. I will never understand those who harm innocent people to get their message out. It is one of the most disgraceful and cowardly acts any individual or group can do.

Camden Westshore: Our thoughts go out to everyone affected by the tragic events at Boston Marathon yesterday.

The Royal Tearoom and Gift Shoppe: Prayers to those affected by the bombings in Boston. A senseless act of violence!

Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant: Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone affected by today's senseless tragedy in Boston.

Byblos Cafe: Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the tragic events that have unfolded in the city of Boston.

Bern's Steak House: Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by the tragic events unfolding at the Boston Marathon. #prayersforboston.

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