In the midst of difficult times, Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice will host “Peaceful Presence,” a monthly prayer service on the evening of the 11th of each month, offering a time of quiet multifaith prayers for peace and strength for the journey. All are welcome: those of all faith traditions and of no defined […]
Speaker: Sai Prasad Venkatachalam Violence has forced over 65 million people away from their homes in the past few years. This is the largest number of refugees that mankind has ever witnessed - in recorded history! During his travels to Turkey and Jordan, Sai Prasad came across hundreds of people that were affected. He was […]
Join the cultural celebration with the raising of the Pakistani flag at the Santa Clara County building. Flag raising: 6:10 to 6:20 PM Cultural event 6:30 to 7:00PM Reception: 7:00 -7:30 Pakistani snacks will be served
Join clergy and congregants of all faith traditions in Santa Clara County, alongside our public officials, as we express solidarity with our kindred in Charlottesville, VA, and commit to working together to build a community where are all welcome. Human dignity is not defined by nationality, gender, religion, sexual orientation, race, immigration status, age, physical […]
Join us in celebrating Muslim Appreciation Month at Santa Clara City Hall! Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor will be presenting the Muslim Community a proclamation to commemorate the Month during the Special Order of Business portion of the city council meeting. August has been designated as Muslim Appreciation Month by the California State Legislature through […]
Interfaith Gala Dessert Reception to help Yezidis facing genocide Our Gala honors Rev. Victor Kazanjian, Jr., United Religions Initiative; Rabbi Marvin Goodman, Board of Rabbis of Northern California; and Fatih Ates, Pacifica Instititue. Keynote speaker: Salem Daoud, head Yezidi religious leader for the United States and Canada. This is a benefit for the Beyond Genocide Campaign helping Yezidis facing genocide in Iraq. Jewish and Muslim dietary […]
We will gather for a Palo Alto faith leaders brown bag luncheon on Thursday, August 31 at noon. Our host will be Rick Mixon, pastor of First Baptist Church of Palo Alto, 305 N. California Avenue, 94301. Please let Rick know if you’re planning to attend -- RRMixon@aol.com. Peace be with you, Eileen
5:30 PM, Reception, Patio; 6:15 PM, Service, Sanctuary Please join the Beth Am community as we affirm a message of mutual respect and peace. During the service, we will hear from speakers who will choose a text from their tradition that has personal meaning to them, and will share its message in light of what […]
Join us and learn more about HAF's advocacy work in California, critical updates affecting all Hindu Americans, and ways in which we can partner together to build a stronger tomorrow. Featuring CA Assemblymember Ash Kalra (D-San Jose) and musical sensation "WAHH!" World Fusion Band, this evening of food, music, dance, and raffle prizes is not […]
Please join us for A Conversation with American Civil Liberties Union. Our distinguished guests are Vandana Varanasi and David Wilson from ACLU Mid-peninsula Chapter.