…advancing understanding between faiths
The greater Elmira-Corning region is fortunate to have a diversity of faiths represented by active congregations. For fifteen years I have participated on the coordinating committee for STIC and been involved in its public programs and activities. Especially after September 11th, I found a personal need to learn more about Islam and was delighted to … Read more
This grant provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack. The intent is to integrate nonprofit preparedness activities with broader state and local preparedness efforts. It is also designed to promote coordination and collaboration in emergency preparedness activities among … Read more
Faiths Walking Together, Celebrating Our Faiths. Sunday, October 9, 2022 @ 2:30 PM “Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Walk (the Event) begins with gathering at the IAFL Islamic Center (499 Hickory Grove Rd., Horseheads, NY … Read more
Jack Waddell presents Mark Twain’s America with Deborah Dutcher. Sunday Aug. 7, 2022 3 PM The Park Church. 208 W. Gray St.. Elmira, NY. Free Concert to the Public, Donations welcomed at the door. A 175th Anniversary Event Sponsored by The Park Church For Information/COVID Guidelines: www.theparkchurch.org “Jack Waddell presents Mark Twain’s America with Deborah … Read more
The Southern Tier Interfaith Coalition invites you to a Community Thanksgiving Worship Service with all of our Interfaith partners. When: Sunday, November 20, 2022 @ 3:30 PM Where: Congregation Kol Ami, 1008 W Water Street, Elmira, NY 14905 Other details: A reception with dessert and fellowship will follow the service. A freewill offering will be … Read more
During our Plastics Pollution webinar in October 2021, audience members requested an event at which solutions are discussed. And so . . . this webinar! It features Diane Cohen discussing the successful community-enriching (not corporations-enriching!) effort she started in 2007. Diane started the nonprofit Fingers Lakes ReUse with the goals of reducing waste, relieving poverty, … Read more
Our walk begins at Congregation Kol Ami, 1008 W. Water St., Elmira. After hearing about their history and faith, we will walk to Bethany Lutheran Church. Walk east on W. Water St., turn right on Walnut St. to cross the bridge, and the church will be on the right. After learning about their history and … Read more
PO Box 3096
Elmira, New York 14905-0096