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Gov. Patrick Joins Interfaith Service In Springfield Week After Tornado

SPRINGFIELD (CBS) - Springfield held an interfaith service with Gov. Deval Patrick Wednesday evening. Faith is something those hit the hardest by last week's tornado outbreak need now more than ever.

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More than 20 religious leaders from all faiths hosted a prayer, hope and healing service with the governor.

WBZ-TV's Diana Perez reports.

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"Something like this touches a primordial fear so beyond physical resources. This is an attempt to touch spirits and hearts," said Rev. Jim Munroe of Christ Church Cathedral.

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It was held at the Christ Church Cathedral on Chestnut Street in Springfield, with its doors open to everyone.

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