Community Gathers For Faith & Family Fun Day Hosted By Archdiocese Of Newark – CBS New York

NEWARK, NJ (CBSNewYork) – Newark is one of the major cities hit hard by COVID-19, and on Friday, many residents had the opportunity to have a day of fun, eating and gaming.

NS Archdiocese of Newark held Faith & Family Day at Newark’s Mercy House.

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The free event aims to help the community heal and come together after a devastating year with pandemic and gun violence.

This is the first major community event that the Archdiocese of Newark has hosted in the city since the pandemic began.

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“It was good, and in the end, we got out of the house. We just want to play with our friends,” one child said.

“They have always served the community, and I am grateful to them, you know. They give clothes, food and shoes to everyone who attends,” said one woman.

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Mercy House also helps people in need find work and housing. Everyone is welcome, regardless of religion.