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December 2023
Vigil for Peace, Ceasefire and Hostage Release
Sunday, December 3, 2023 in front of the White House. Organized by an ad-hoc group of DC-area Jews and allies, and very much open to all, the event aims to create a safe, interfaith space to mourn the losses of Israelis and Palestinians and to lift our voices in demanding an end to the cycle of violence, an end to further suffering, and a reimagining of what is possible. Here's a news segment about the group's first vigil in November. Here…
Find out more »January 2024
Loudoun County Martin Luther King Day March
Please join Loudoun Interfaith BRIDGES as we participate in the annual Loudoun County Martin Luther King Day March in Leesburg. We will be gathering at the Loudoun County Courthouse by 9:45 to listen to the speakers as the march prepares to walk to the Douglass School for the programs there. We welcome all community members to join with us behind our Loudoun Interfaith BRIDGES banner, as we rejoice in participating in the realization of "the Beloved Community" that was so…
Find out more »QATAR EMBASSY GATHERING
Join the Jewish Community Relations Council, as well as community leaders, elected officials, family members of hostages, in reminding Qatar of their important role in ensuring the release of the hostages on Wednesday, January 24, 11:30-12:30 PM as we press the Qatari government to demand Hamas immediately release over 130 hostages still being held in Gaza. This will be the first of a series of peaceful gatherings held at the Qatari Embassy (2555 M. St NW) to support the campaign to free the…
Find out more »February 2024
Interfaith ‘Pilgrimage for Peace’
The National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC) will participate in a significant multi-faith initiative alongside faith leaders, activists, and artists as part of a “Pilgrimage for Peace.” This initiative aims to advocate for an immediate release of the hostages, an urgent ceasefire in Gaza, and unrestricted humanitarian aid, spanning from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC, from February 14- 21, 2024. The Pilgrimage for Peace is scheduled to commence on Wednesday, February 14, starting with a…
Find out more »March 2024
A Good Friday for All Interfaith Vigil
Gather in prayer, word and song for the hostages, the Gazan people, humanitarian aid and for a better tomorrow.
Find out more »A Better Friday Interfaith Vigil
Gather in prayer, word, and song for the hostages, the Palestinians in Gaza, and a better tomorrow. Acknowledging the bad, and leaning towards the good is something all people, regardless of creed, religion or place of origin, can do in the temple of solidarity. On Good Friday, all are welcome to attend a simple prayer vigil to pledge and seek a "better Friday" for all. The short service will welcome Rabbi Abbi Sharofsky, JCRC Director of Intergroup Relations, and Imam…
Find out more »June 2024
Peace Walk
HWPL, in partnership with the African Union, is coming together with our global partners for peace to honor the 11th Commemoration of the Declaration of World Peace with a Peace Walk at Lafayette Square in Washington, DC, Saturday June 1st at 10am. Join them as they honor the work of peace happening all around the world. Though wars and conflicts have reached an all time high, with religion at the forefront of many of them. Still, efforts for peace are much…
Find out more »September 2024
An Evening of Remembrance, Resilience and Hope for a Brighter Future
This October 7th, join thousands from across the Greater Washington Jewish community to commemorate one year since the horrific attacks in Israel that changed our world forever. Together, we will remember the lives lost, pray for those still in captivity, honor the survivors, and unite in our communal resilience. Monday, October 7, 7:00 PM The Anthem 901 Wharf Street, SW, Washington Register at the link below https://www.shalomdc.org/event/october-7th-gathering/?emci=bc195a00-5b71-ef11-991a-6045bda8aae9&emdi=c747b7d0-8a77-ef11-991a-6045bdee6681&ceid=78735
Find out more »Crime Survivors Speak March on Washington
To commemorate these huge milestones and advance a new victims’ rights movement, the Crime Survivors Speak March on Washington will unite thousands of crime survivors to call for the next era of victims’ rights and public safety priorities rooted in crime prevention, community health, rehabilitation, economic mobility, and trauma recovery for all. Click here to register for the event
Find out more »Join the JCRC of Greater Washington for one of two screenings of Supernova. Filmed just a few days after October 7th, this film recounts the stories of survivors, first responders, and parents. Using materials meticulously collected from dozens of sources, including Hamas’ own cameramen and GoPros, survivors’ mobile phones, CCTV footage, dash cams and from first responders on site- this film provides unprecedented insight into the massacre. Date & Time Sunday, September 29, 2024 1:00 - 4:00 PM Location Bender JCC of…
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