Puerto Rico Disaster Relief Drive
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Volunteers of the Churches of God in New York hosted a disaster relief drive in response to Hurricane Maria effects in Puerto Rico.
Beautifying Rosemary’s Playground
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More than 45 Church of God volunteers joined the Partnership for Parks to beautify Rosemary’s Playground, which had not been renovated in 20 years.
Howard Beach Environmental Cleanup
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Church of God volunteers cleaned up Spring Creek Park in Howard Beach, removing over seven tons of litter and debris.
Queens Book Festival
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Church of God members supported the first Queens Book Festival, which was considered the “largest and most inclusive literary gathering in Queens.”