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April 2026
Learn Garland Making and Mudras
Discover the beauty of a timeless Indian tradition—garland making for beloved deities. Join us for a hands-on session with Dr. Vijayalakshmi Nimmagadda (MD), certified Mudra Therapist, and learn both the art of crafting flower garlands and powerful hand gestures to balance energy and enhance well-being. Open to all adults who would like to learn the art of garland making. What to Bring : Please bring your own flowers ( preferably mums), a pair of scissors and a longer needle…
Find out more »21st annual Israeli-Palestinian Joint Memorial Ceremony
On Monday, April 20th, the eve of Memorial day In Israel, we will come together for the 21st Israeli–Palestinian Joint Memorial Ceremony - a shared act of remembrance that refuses the belief that war, bloodshed, dehumanization and conflict must define our future. Together, we will show that there is another way - and that despite it all, hope is still alive. The ceremony will take place in Israel, with a simultaneous event in Palestine, and will be broadcast live to…
Find out more »Multi-faith Earth Day Celebration
Join WISC-EEWG, Ecumenical Advocacy Days and Creation Justice Ministries for a multi-faith celebration for Earth Day on Capitol Hill | April 22nd | 4pm | Cannon House Building 130 Together we celebrate this Earth Day and recommit to the work of caring for our shared planet! We will reflect the successes of the past year and project our hopes for the coming year. Stand with other faith leaders, activists, and policy officials at the place where decisions are made…
Find out more »An Interfaith Community-Building Dinner Dialogue
We are gathering across different faith communities together here in Washington, D.C. for a shared catered meal to get to know one another. No debates, no politics – just people sharing stories about their lives and their hopes for our community. Gathering together is a sign to our larger community that people of different backgrounds, traditions, and experiences can enjoy being together! Please register by Monday, April 20th by emailing the Potluck Project: [email protected] Link to website: https://pathstounderstanding.org/get-involved/potluck/ This event is taking place Thursday,…
Find out more »Texts & Teas: An Interfaith Gastronomic Journey
What can we learn about the Abrahamic faiths in a cup of tea or a simple snack? At this Abrahamic House event, participants will learn about the richness of the Holy Texts, their symbolism, connection to the land, and traditions through tea and snacks, creating opportunities for dialogue, exchange, and learning. Seated among four different tables, the Abrahamic House fellows will guide you through their tea and snack selection based on their respective faith traditions, introducing the context and sharing…
Find out more »The Interfaith Families Project presents: An Evening of Interfaith Storytelling
The Interfaith Families Project (IFFP) joyfully invites you to this unique and meaningful event. The theme will be "Entrances and Exits." Together, we will hear personal, real-life stories from people of all ages living in interfaith families and interfaith community. Please arrive at 4:45pm to claim your seat and order food and drinks to enjoy. Space is limited and registration is required. Register here. Note: if we sell out, you can join the waitlist here. For additional questions contact Rev. Samantha Gonzalez-Block. The event will take place on…
Find out more »A Shared Meal for Muslim and Jewish Leaders
This meeting is intended for Muslim and Jewish clergy in the Greater Washington D.C. Area, as well as lay leaders who serve in an executive capacity in their congregations (e.g., Board President, Chair of the Interfaith or Social Action Committees). Please RSVP - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-shared-meal-and-conversation-for-muslim-and-jewish-religious-leaders-tickets-1982118464685?aff=oddtdtcreator
Find out more »Money in Politics, Polarization, and Possible Pathways Forward
Most Americans—left, right, and independent—feel something isn’t working. But what, exactly, is driving it? Do the systems that shape our politics bring us together—or quietly pull us apart? Join the Braver Governance team for a cross-partisan panel to unpack one of the biggest forces behind our political system: money. Hear from leading voices across the spectrum as we explore how money flows, how it shapes incentives, and whether it may be fueling division—or simply reflecting it. No talking points. No…
Find out more »May 2026
Vesak
As Vesak approaches, an invitation is extended to the wider interfaith community to join the gatherings at the Amata Meditation Center and Gallery this May. This year’s Vesak marks both the annual observance and the opening of the space. The gatherings will be simple and open: a Vesak ceremony, several days of interfaith and arts-based programming, and an exhibition by Chou Chen. The intention is to offer a setting where people from different traditions may come together quietly—in reflection, conversation,…
Find out more »Dialogue in an Age of Social Media
We live in a time of extreme polarization. How is social media impacting our ability to dialogue? Is it helping us better understand different voices, or driving us into narrow and often hateful bubbles? JIDS will focus on these issues with the help of renowned expert, Dr. Sahar Khamis, Assoc. Professor, University of Maryland and co-author of Islam Dot Com: Contemporary Islamic Discourses in Cyberspace. This event will take place on May 3rd from 2-4pm at Temple Emaunel. Please RSVP to [email protected].
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