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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Celebration of Light last Thursday evening. It was a joy to lift up a variety of performance traditions from across the DMV, from a Chinese Lion Dance to Bhangra to traditional Hawaiian hula. Richard Lui, Chandra DeNap Whetstine and Rabba Rori Picker Neiss each spoke so movingly about why learning how to build bridges across differences is so essential to our social fabric and the small steps that each of us can take to reconnect us to one another. The power of their words and the performances inspired us all!
Read more about our Celebration of Light event here:
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Religious and Cultural Literacy Workshops
If you would like to bring a religious and cultural literacy workshop to your workplace, school, or congregation, please email IFC’s Assistant Director Symi Rom-Rymer: symirr@ifcmw.org.
Upcoming Interfaith Events in the DMV
Ramadan Workshop
February 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
McLean Islamic Center, 8800 Jarrett Valley Dr
Vienna, VA + Google Map
Girl Scout Troops 50182 and 50064 are putting together a Ramadan Workshop to share the importance of Ramadan for Muslims. This engaging event will feature fun games, hands-on activities, story time, and delicious snacks—all while learning about the traditions and values of the month of Ramadan. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, explore, and have fun! Saturday, February 8th 10am-12:30pm Mclean Islamic Center | Open to kids of all faiths and backgrounds! ️ Ticket $5 per workshop attendee; Additional $2…
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Interfaith Prayer Gathering
February 9 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Winter View Drive, Alexandria VA 22312, Winter View Drive
Alexandria, VA 22312 + Google Map
We warmly invite you to join us for an Interfaith Prayer Gathering to honor and pray for the victims, families, and emergency response teams affected by the recent plane crash at Reagan National Airport. This gathering is an opportunity to come together in unity, compassion, and collective reflection, embracing the strength of our diverse faith traditions. This gathering is open to all, and we encourage participation from every faith tradition. Clergy members and attendees are welcome to share a prayer,…
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Building Strong Communities Workshop
February 18 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
14120 Newbrook Dr Chantilly, VA 20151, 14120 Newbrook Dr
Chantilly, VA 20151 + Google Map
Through keynote panels, interactive workshops, and networking, we’ll explore practical strategies to bridge divides, celebrate diversity, and create actionable plans for inclusive, thriving communities. Youth participation will be a key focus, highlighting their role as drivers of innovation and bridge-building in our shared efforts. Why Attend?
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Upcoming Religious Holidays
2/13 Tu Bishvat (Jewish)
View Interfaith Holiday Calendar
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Reflection on Ecumenism
By Anne Mulqueen, OFS
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Ecumenical / Interfaith Committee Network Summer 2018 Newsletter
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