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April 2022
Ramadan Iftar Dinner
The Abrahamic house cordially invites you to join us in breaking the day’s fast with an Iftar dinner the twenty-fourth day of Ramadan. If you intend on praying Maghrib at the house, please remember to bring your own prayer mat. Spots are limited, so please register early. Exact address will be provided closer to the event via the email provided. Please note: Vaccination is required for all guests. Register here.
Find out more »May 2022
Multifaith National Day of Prayer
Humanity is once again going through testing times. While domestic tensions exacerbate a cycle of distancing and polarization at home, the wars and armed conflicts in the international arena increase the sufferings of fellow human beings. Moreover, on a no less worrying front, the deprivation of millions of humans from basic living standards is deepening the pain and the uncertainty. The fact that all these troubles are taking place at a time of unprecedented technological advancement and material wealth hints that…
Find out more »June 2022
National Pride Shabbat
In solidarity with Capital Pride 2022, Rabbi Aaron and musicians Aaron Shneyer and Danny Villanueva lead an inclusive service celebrating the diversity of DC Jewish life. Hear a sermon from Rabbi Elianna Yolkut, the Rabbi in Residence of Lifelong Learning at Adas Israel Congregation, and enjoy a performance from the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington Seasons of Love Ensemble. https://www.sixthandi.org/event/national-pride-shabbat-7/
Find out more »Masjid Muhammad 85th Anniversary 5K Walk
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Find out more »November 2022
Strands of Compassion Concert
Internationally-acclaimed concert artists and activist virtuosos, Christoph Wagner, cellist, and Joanne Kong, pianist, will weave together music, reflections, and imagery in an inspiring event. The program will be followed by a free plant-based supper, with favorite foods from several ethnic and cultural traditions such as Indian, African, Mexican, Thai, and soul food among others, discussion, and meet & greet with our wonderful guest artists. In addition to being live in the Sanctuary, the program will be Live streaming at https://uucf.org/worship/streaming/.…
Find out more »December 2022
Abrahamic House Ugly Sweater Party
Wear your finest “ugly” sweater and bring along a plate of your favorite holiday cookies on Sunday, December 18th as we gather to light candles to celebrate the first day of Hanukkah and the final Sunday of Advent! We’ll provide warm cider, hot chocolate, and some of our own cookies to kick off a cookie exchange! After a candle lighting ceremony, we’ll have games out in the living room (dreidels, sock/mitten game, etc.), and more cookies for decorating in the…
Find out more »Shabe Yalda Celebration
Shabe Yalda, or Yalda night, is an evening of festivities and merriment that begins when the sun sets on the last day of fall (last day of Maah e Azar on Jalali Calendar) and continues until the dawn of the first day of winter, or first day of Maah e Dey. During this night, Persians read the enchanting poems by Hafez حافظ and great Persian mythology such as Shahnameh شاهنامه , Khosro va Shireen خسرو و شیرین, and Leili va…
Find out more »June 2023
Celebrate Juneteenth with Washington Hebrew Congregation
We invite you, your family, and members of your community to Washington Hebrew Congregation to share a special Juneteenth Shabbat Service with members and clergy of Washington Hebrew Congregation and others in our community in the spirit of unity. This celebration of freedom and friendship will take place on Friday June 16th at 6:00 PM at our Temple on Macomb Street. This Juneteenth Shabbat will be led by me and by our guests Rabbi Micah Lapidus and Melvin Myles in…
Find out more »September 2023
Pre-Hashanah Early NYE Party
Abrahamic House DC is celebrating New Year's Eve and the Jewish New Year a bit early. Decked out with streamers, balloons and noisemakers, this premature party will have traditional Rosh Hashanah foods like apples, honey, dates, and Austen's famous round honey challah. We'll also have sparklers, party favors, and plenty of snacks and libations to celebrate the Jewish New Year early! So pull out your sparkly outfits and join us to eat, drink and get ready for the New Year!…
Find out more »October 2023
This is a special invitation for our community to come celebrate Sukkot with the Abrahamic House Fellows in their backyard sukkah! Sukkot is a Jewish holiday that honors the autumn harvest and God’s protection in the desert. For seven days, Jews live and eat in a sukkah, a temporary shelter with a natural roof that lets us see the sky and the stars. It reminds us of God’s presence, our dependence on Him, and our duty to welcome guests with hospitality. We are planning…
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