Topic - Markel Hutchins

In the first gathering in April 2020, "there were 1,000 community-based events that involved churches and synagogues, 35 different faith communities or faith orientations," Mr. Hutchins said. "That should demonstrate that there is a real hunger and a real thirst in the faith community and in law enforcement to find solutions."

2nd 'Faith & Blue Weekend' set for October →

He said a change in the narrative of community-police relations has to take place “if we’re going to change the animosity that has been directed at our law enforcement professionals.”

National 'Faith & Blue Weekend' seeks to build bridges between police, congregations →