While violent protests continue in Ferguson, Mo. – communities around the country and here in central Florida continue to unite in moments of peace.

Nearly 100 people gathered at Greater Friendship Baptist Church to pray for the future of America following the grand jury’s decision.

Religious leaders, community members and law enforcement gathered to object to the violent protests in the wake of Monday’s Grand jury decision. 

“We hoped it wouldn’t happen the way that it did. We thought it probably would go exactly how we saw it. Tonight we are calling for peace in the nation,” said L. Ronald Durham, Pastor of the church.

“Only through a calm mind and a calm heart can I effect the change that is needed in our community,” prayed Daytona Beach Police Chief Mike Chitwood, who was one of the 10 speakers at the service.

“Let’s not condemn all of those who live in Ferguson because of the few who perpetrated some of the violence we saw last night,” said Durham.

Members of the NAACP and National Action Network hope Tuesday night’s service will also open up a line of dialogue between churches and government officials that violence in any community - of any type - won’t be accepted.

In Orlando, a small group gathered in silent protest at Lake Eola Park in downtown Orlando to support the people of Ferguson.

"I'm not saying that I, you know, would say that violence was the right to do," said Daniel James, Jr.  "I mean people believe they have the right to do certain things and the things they have the right to do is stand up for what they believe in.  And they believe that injustice was done."

An Orlando group is organizing volunteers to show solidarity with Michael Brown's family.

The organization called "Hands up for Justice" gathered at the Washington Shores Presbyterian Church Tuesday night, hoping to bring about change in communities in Central Florida and across the nation.

Several members of the group say they will travel to Ferguson soon to offer help.