Parents of children killed in the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting offer first public statements

“Moving forward we ask not for your sympathy, but your empathy as our family and the Annunciation Community grieve and try to make sense of such a senseless act of violence”


By -- CatholicVote & FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul—— Bio and Archives--August 30, 2025

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The two students killed in the shooting at Annunciation Church Aug. 27 have been identified as Harper Moyski, 10, and Fletcher Merkel, 8. The children’s parents spoke publicly for the first time Thursday, sharing who their children were and about their heartbreak and hopes amid their pain.

“Harper was a bright, joyful, and deeply loved 10-year-old whose laughter, kindness, and spirit touched everyone who knew her,” Michael Moyski and Jackie Flavin said, according to the full statement shared by WDIO, an ABC affiliate. The parents said Harper was beloved. “Our hearts are broken not only as parents, but also for Harper’s sister, who adored her big sister and is grieving an unimaginable loss.” ---More...

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