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Esther's son has been dating Celeste's daughter, who is a member of the church congregation.

He said the congregation were moved by police first into the rear hall of the building, then to a nearby centre, adding he did not fear for his safety.

A witness at the scene said prayers had started when the attack happened but Rabbi Daniel Walker, who was leading the service, remained calm as he and others led the congregation to safety.

Another man said prayers had started when the attack happened but Rabbi Daniel Walker, who was leading the service, remained calm and he and others led the congregation to safety.

They had a market, a gas station, and several churches with lively congregations.