
Multifaith Peace Picnic and Prayer Service
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • 8 Elul 5784
5:30 PM - 7:30 PMKing Plaza, 250 Hamilton Avenue, Downtown Palo AltoBeth Am is a co-sponsor of our community's annual Multifaith Peace Picnic and Prayer Service. In this post-October 7th environment, it is more important than ever to partner with good-hearted members of the community to help us all stay strong, safe and connected. We renew our commitment to unite to honor the victims of 9/11, their families and first responders as we strive to transform this tragic day into one of unity and community building. Let us sow the seeds of new friendships by getting to know each other a little bit better.
The program will include a multifaith prayer service, children performances and dinner. The evening will conclude with a candlelight vigil. Everyone is invited to be a part of this peace and community building event. Together, we can build an inclusive, harmonious and peaceful world.
Let us unite to honor the victims of 9/11, their families, and first responders as we strive to transform this tragic day into one of peace and community building. As is our annual tradition, American Muslim Voice hosts this multifaith gathering as our MVPJ Peaceful Presence.
This event is free and open to all. Learn more at amuslimvoice.org or email saminasundas@gmail.com.
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