September 24, 2012

MPAC endorses the MercyMail Campaign and encourages all concerned citizens to send condolences to U.S. Ambassador Christopher Stevens’ family. The campaign has generated more than 6,000 letters to date and MPAC encourages communities to continue to send their letters until midnight, Tuesday, Sept. 25.

 SEE: “CelebrateMercy on BBC World News: Founder Interviewed on the Ambassador Stevens' Condolence” (BBC)

For more than a week, international protests have been held against an anti-Muslim video, which depicted Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in a derogatory manner.

Stevens was a dedicated servant, who, until his final moments, served his nation with honor and dignity. Stevens’ death has saddened and shocked people worldwide. President Barack Obama, in a statement on Wednesday, described Stevens as a "courageous and exemplary representative of the United States.”

He was a servant of the people. His colleagues, friends and loved ones described him as a man who immersed himself with the Libyan people and the country he served. He made it his mission to help the Libyan people rebuild their nation after years of oppression and tyranny.

This campaign has had an amazing response so far with thousands of letters from 90 countries, sometimes at a rate of one per minute. It has also received international media attention, especially after the story was posted on the front page of Reddit.com.

TAKE ACTION NOW

In only takes a few seconds to participate in the campaign. Go to www.CelebrateMercy.com/Stevens and write a message to Stevens' family.

Here are a few suggested tips for the letter:

1. Respectfully address his family (Example: "To the family of Ambassador Stevens:").
2. Offer condolences by expressing your emotions towards the tragic event. 
3. As a Muslim, explain why this act contradicts the Prophet's true message and character. 
4. Offer a final expression of support (Example: "Our prayers are with you at this time.")
5. Sign off on the message with your names. (Example: The Ahmad Family from the American-Muslim Community in Knoxville, Tennessee, USA).