Chicago faith leaders stage die-in at south suburban Riverdale gun shop

Dozens of faith leaders are demanding action after a recent spate of mass shootings in Chicago and beyond.

By Stephanie Kim
Chicago faith leaders stage die-in at south suburban Riverdale gun shop
In this June 2, 2018, photo provided by the Chicago Police Department, forensic firearms examiners inspect weapons turned in by residents in a gun buy-back program co-sponsored with the New Life Covenant Church Southeast in the 6th Police District. More than 400 guns and rifles were handed over in exchange for $100 gift cards. CPD via Associated Press
Chicago faith leaders stage die-in at south suburban Riverdale gun shop
In this June 2, 2018, photo provided by the Chicago Police Department, forensic firearms examiners inspect weapons turned in by residents in a gun buy-back program co-sponsored with the New Life Covenant Church Southeast in the 6th Police District. More than 400 guns and rifles were handed over in exchange for $100 gift cards. CPD via Associated Press

Chicago faith leaders stage die-in at south suburban Riverdale gun shop

Dozens of faith leaders are demanding action after a recent spate of mass shootings in Chicago and beyond.

By Stephanie Kim
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On Wednesday, a group of Chicago faith leaders protested outside Chuck’s Gun Shop in south suburban Riverdale, Ill. The demonstration was in response to the toll of gun violence in Chicago and across the country. Reset learns more about the effort and what local faith leaders are doing to keep their communities safe.

GUEST: Chris Harris Sr., senior pastor of Bright Star Church