Pembroke churches, organisations and individuals from all over Bermuda came to the Victor Scott School on Saturday to show support for the surrounding communities affected by recent violence.

'One Community United,' was the theme for the day which started with walks through some of Pembroke's hardest hit communities, including Friswell's Hill and the area of St Monica's Road.

Led by Parson's Gombeys and The North Village Band respectively, the two groups converged on the school field with hundreds in tow, representing people from all walks of life.

Karin Johnson, from Smith's, came with her son and said that she had heard about the event through her church.

"I came out today because I saw it as a great opportunity to support this community at a time when they definitely need it."

The Centre's Drum Corps., a group of young men and women from different schools and neighborhoods, came to play their instruments and show support.

"We are here to do what we can and help," they said.

Helen Stephenson, 66, from Smith's, said: "I was happy to read about this in the paper. I felt proud of all of these organisations for coming out."

She added: "I am here to let the people of St. Monica's know that we support them and we support doing the right thing. We want to get something done.

Craig Smith said he heard about the event while attending the Devonshire Seventh-Day Adventist Church.

"The presence of the church is absolutely vital to the community," he said. "I want to let them know that they have our support."

In addition to the individuals showing their support were many relevant charities, helping organisations and community groups.

Representatives from Government's Mirrors programme, which helps teach young men and women important life-skills, were on hand to show their support.

"Our mission is to transform the community one person at a time," said a Mirrors' spokesman.

The Bermuda Police's Community Action Team (CAT) got acquainted with the community by handing out colouring books to children and important information to adults.

"The CAT is out here joining with community groups to let the community know that we are to help," said PC Charles.

Also in attendance were representatives from the Mid-Atlantic Wellness Institute, Turning Point substance abuse programme, Al-Anon – a support group for friends and family members of alcoholics, as well as a handful of other relevant community groups.

Pembroke MP Michael Weeks praised the efforts of those in attendance and planted the seed for further community action.

"This not going to be the last time that we show our support," he said.