Forgiveness

I have been struck by the forgiveness response of the parishioners from the Episcopal Church, in Charleston, S.C. where last weeks shooting took place.  It occurs to me that their response fits nicely within the three questions I use to determine my own actions (Would I do this in front of God?; Is it really my responsibility?; Will this increase the integrity of the universe?).  A response of retribution would clearly not increase the integrity of the universe, though it would not be surprising.  Their response increases the amount of love in the world.