Faith Leaders Plead for Peace, Denounce Violence as Memorial Day Weekend Begins

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Faith Leaders Plead for Peace, Denounce Violence as Memorial Day Weekend Begins
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Chicago’s faith community took a stand against gun violence Saturday as several congregations marched downtown Chicago and gathered in Millennium Park, offering a united front against the ongoing epidemic.

Chicago's faith community took a stand against gun violence Saturday as several congregations marched downtown Chicago and gathered in Millennium Park, offering a united front against the ongoing epidemic.

Members of many churches marched along Michigan Avenue, doing what they can to help city leaders and police fight one of the city's most pressing problems. "I am heartbroken, and that’s why I’m here because I’m a native Chicagoan, I love this city," said Pastor Michael Eaddy of the People's Church of the Harvest.Stay informed during the severe weather season with our local news and weather app. Get the NBC 5 Chicago app for

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