DETROIT (Great Lakes News) – Some Detroit-area pastors spent their Easter Sunday easing people’s pain at the gas pumps.

The pastors pumped $6,000 worth of gas in 10-gallon increments to motorists in need.

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In addition to filling up the cars, the pastors offered to pray with the motorists.

Michigan gas prices continue to put a strain on drivers’ budgets even with a three cent dip in the past week.

AAA Michigan reports drivers across the state are paying an average of $3.92 per gallon.

Gas prices are 29 cents higher than this time last month and $1.13 more than one year ago.