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North Parish UU Church holds gun control vigil

MVP member group North Parish Unitarian Universalist Church held a peaceful protest on February 18 to bring attention to the problem of guns in America. The vigil came in the wake of the Feb. 14 school shooting in Parkland, Florida.

“I think this little vigil today is just a symbol of taking action and knowing that thoughts and prayers are not enough,” said MVP leader Rev. Lee Blumel. (quote from the Eagle-Tribune)

MVP leaders and allies supporting for Haverhill resident Jacob Leonce at ICE office in Burlington on February 2.

Countless thanks to the 50+ community leaders who came out on February 2 in support of Haverhill resident Jacob Leonce.

MVP leaders at Haverhill Town Hall with state Attorney General Maura Healey on behalf Jacob Leonce.

Hartell Johnson, Leena Mathew, Femin De La Cruz, MA AG Maura Healey, Trevor LaFauci, Bill Taylor

MVP leaders and others at Haverhill Town Hall with state Attorney General Maura Healey on behalf Jacob Leonce.

Maura Healey with Jacob Leonce.

MVP leaders at Haverhill Town Hall with state Attorney General Maura Healey on behalf Jacob Leonce.

Third from left Joan McPherson, Jacob Leonce, Hartell Johnson, Anna Javier, Leena Mathew, Fermin De La Cruz speaking with AG Maura Healey (back to camera).

Jacob Leonce speaking with media

Haverhill resident Jacob Leonce bravely share his story with media outlets from throughout Greater Boston. Despite his impending deportation order, Jacob has continued to personify honor and courage in all that he has done. We'd like to thank the New England Pentecostal Church in Pelham, NH for dedicating their January 28 service to Jacob and allowing us to use their space for Jacob's interview after the Sunday worship.

Good-bye and best wishes to Rev. Jane Beardon

Many thanks to MVP leader, Reverned Jane Bearden of Trinity Episcopal Church, who enjoyed a beautiful retirement ceremony today. Reverned Jane has been a strong MVP leader for many years and her church has been a leader in children's education services for the city of Haverhill. We wish Reverend Jane the best in her journeys and we thank her for her commitment to social justice!

MVP leaders and others honoring "Mother Jane" (Alice Mann holding microphone, flanked by Rev. flank Clarkson and Rev. Mike Shirley)

Rev Jane Beardon

Many thanks to MVP leader, Reverned Jane Bearden of Trinity Episcopal Church, who enjoyed a beautiful retirement ceremony today. Reverned Jane has been a strong MVP leader for many years and her church has been a leader in children's education services for the city of Haverhill. We wish Reverend Jane the best in her journeys and we thank her for her commitment to social justice!

MVP leaders supporting Jacob Leonce during his ICE check-in at the ICE office in Burlington on January 8, 2018

Gov. Charlie Baker and his Task Force on Hate Crimes (Courtesy of the governor's office)

MVP President Ana Javier third from left

Haverhill Community Immigration Meeting to address immigrant concerns June 17, 2017 at St. James Church Hall, 185 Winter St. in Haverhill

Seats were set aside for invited panelists Mayor James J. Fiorentini, Police Chief Alan R. DeNaro, state Rep. Brian S. Dempsey and state Sen. Kathleen O’Connor Ives.

Haverhill Community Immigration Meeting to address immigrant concerns June 17, 2017 at St. James Church Hall, 185 Winter St. in Haverhill

MVP 2016 MICAH Awards Dinner Program Saturday, November 12, 2016 at St James School in Haverhill

MVP 2016 MICAH Awards Dinner Program Saturday, November 12, 2016 at St James School in Haverhill. Rev Peter Lovett and Paul Gaudet.

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