Senator Eric Adams issued "Clergy Crisis Response Jackets" to the "The God Squad" 67th Precinct Clergy Council

Eric Adams

December 13, 2011

Today, Senator Eric Adams issued "Clergy Crisis Response Jackets" to the members of Brooklyn's 67th Precinct Clergy Council, nicknamed "The God Squad"  The membership is comprised of local pastors and ministers who participate in activities that assist the community, advise on community concerns and support the personnel of the 67th Precinct.  The 67th Precinct Clergy Council Crisis Team’s new initiative will dispatch 10-man teams in high crime areas to visit victims’ families, provide prayer and spiritual counsel, and help improve interactions between the community and law enforcement.   This initiative will facilitate a beneficial working relationship between clergy, law enforcement and community.