Press Release: April 19, 2013

"The Crescent Peace Society (CPS) of Greater Kansas expresses its outrage at the senseless bomb attacks on the Boston Marathon. This coward act of violence took lives of at least three precious lives and caused severe injuries to hundreds of innocent people.

CPS stands united with Bostonians and joins Americans in prayer for the speedy recovery of victims and their families affected emotionally and physically by this carnage. We sincerely hope that perpetrators of this heinous attack will be identified and brought to justice quickly."

About Crescent Peace Society

The Crescent Peace Society is a non-profit organization that serves as a focal point of action in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area for raising awareness of different Muslim cultures. It establishes and maintains liaisons with educational institutions, religious groups, and local media.

In order to better represent the peaceful nature of Muslim cultures existing in the United States of America and around the world, the Society aims to analyze, evaluate, and respond to any local media publications or programs that misrepresent Muslim issues and cultures.

The Board and the Executive Committee of Crescent Peace Society invite you to join the Society's cause for propagating a better understanding and awareness of different Muslim cultures and for peace and harmony all over the world. Membership is open to all US residents or citizens of any religious affiliation or culture.