April 27 2012 - Houston Police Chief Charles A. McClelland, Jr. announced Thursday (April 26) a partnership between HPD and Houston area ministers in one large volunteer group known as Police and Clergy Alliance (PACA).

Flanked by numerous ministers from throughout the city, Chief McClelland thanked them for participating in a training program designed to help unite area clergy and lay persons with the HPD and serve as eyes, ears and strong voices in their respective communities.

Photos of the announcement are attached to this news release.




Any clergy or lay persons interested in volunteering with HPD's PACA program are welcomed and encouraged to contact a member of the Clergy Liaison Unit at 713-308-3200.