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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000
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SUMMARY:Ride for Understanding
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URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/ride-for-understanding/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
LOCATION:175 Sullivan's Bridge, Norristown, PA 19403
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T173000
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 250 Years of Religious Freedom!
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nYou are invited to the U.S. Constitution Center to celebrate religious freedom then and now as we honor our historic congregations and all participants in our yearlong observance of the Semiquincentennial! \nRefreshments and visits to special exhibits will be available from 5:30 to 6:00 pm, followed by the unveiling of the Religious Freedom Quilt and the sharing of important moments from 2026. \nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/celebrating-250-years-of-religious-freedom/
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CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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SUMMARY:Arm in Arm: Embracing Religious Pluralism and the Constitution
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nChrist Church, the birthplace of the Episcopal Church, and Mikveh Israel, the Synagogue of the Revolution, are two historic congregations whose friendship dates to before the birth of the nation. Learn more about how these communities have walked together for more than 250 years and how the Non-Establishment Clause of the Constitution has made that journey possible.\nJoin constitutional scholars and historians who will explore the Non-Establishment Clause and its impact on Colonial America and religious pluralism today.\nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/arm-in-arm-embracing-religious-pluralism-and-the-constitution/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:44 N 4th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T130000
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SUMMARY:The Impact of William Penn and His Holy Experiment: Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nAfter more than 250 years, what are William Penn’s enduring contributions?  How did Penn’s Quaker values inform his understanding?  Where did the Holy Experiment succeed and where did it fall short?  What would Penn make of Philadelphia, his “Greene Country Towne,” today?  \nWe gather at the historic Arch Street Friends Meeting House to delve into these questions with Penn scholars and historians. \nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/impact-of-william-penn-and-his-holy-experiment/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:320 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T170000
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SUMMARY:Political Empathy and Religious Pluralism
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nCan empathy, an ability to stand in the other person’s shoes, change how we perceive those who worship and vote differently than we do? Can religious differences be bridged to help us cross political divides?  \nHear the groundbreaking research of University of Pennsylvania political scientist Dr. Lia Howard and her students as they offer strategies for improving our political discourse and strengthening our democratic institutions. \nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/political-empathy-and-religious-pluralism/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:916 S. Swanson Street Philadelphia, PA 19147
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T140000
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SUMMARY:Religion and the Immigrant Experience: Building This Country Together
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nA panel of scholars, historians, and theologians discuss how the history of religious pluralism in the US is inextricably linked to the immigrant experience and how this informs our future. Learn the history of St. Augustine’s, an immigrant church, which was burned to the ground during the Nativist Riots of 1844.  \nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/religion-and-the-immigrant-experience-building-this-country-together/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:St. Augustine’s Roman Catholic Church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260419T150000
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SUMMARY:Islam, Judaism, Christianity and Public Life: Then and Now
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nGiven our historic separation of church and state, how do Islam, Judaism, Christianity, and constitutional democracy interplay?  What were the religious influences on the formation of the young nation? Join a moderated panel of historians and theologians who will explore this complicated history, the missteps and successes along the way, and implications for the future.\nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/islam-judaism-christianity-and-public-life-then-and-now/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:412 Pine St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T130000
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SUMMARY:Dignitatis Humanae: A Civil Conversation
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nOld St. Joe’s, Philadelphia’s first Roman Catholic church, was built out of sight from the street to protect it from religious prejudice. Thanks to the freedoms assured by William Penn’s Charter of Privileges, it was the only place in the entire British empire where Mass was said legally at the time.  \nLearn skills for navigating difficult conversations by joining in a Civil Conversations Workshop based upon Dignitatis Humanae, the Vatican II document written by Jesuit priest and theologian John Courtney Murray which affirmed the right to religious freedom as a civil right grounded in human dignity. \nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/dignitatis-humanae-a-civil-conversation/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:321 Willings Alley Philadelphia, PA 19106
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260322T140000
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SUMMARY:Women, Religion & Revolution
DESCRIPTION:\n\nRSVP HERE\n\nWhen it comes to important female figures from the colonial period, there were many more than Betsy Ross, and they are often unsung.\nFrom making flags to hosting secret worship services in their homes during the British occupation and other courageous acts, learn how faithful women of Philadelphia made important contributions to the Revolutionary War effort.\nAmong the impactful women to be discussed will be Mary Andrews, Sarah Franklin, Miriam Simon Gratz, Jarena Lee, Mary Evans Thorne Parker, Betsy Ross, and Phillis Wheatley.\n\nPanelists: (click here to read bios) ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bios-Historic-St.-Georges-rev.pdf )\nMeg Bowersox, Manager of Gallery Interpretation at the Museum of the American Revolution\nJennifer Gray, Education & Museum Manager, Arch Street Meeting House\nJudy Guston, Curator and Director of Collections Emerita at the Rosenbach Museum & Library\nPamela Mays McDonald, Mother Bethel AME Church Historical Society\nTaylor Schmalz, Acting Director of Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives\nCarol W. Smith, independent curator and certified archivist\nModerator: The Very Reverend Judith Sullivan, Project Consultant, Interfaith Philadelphia’s Semiquincentennial program Religious Freedom: Then and Now\nThis program is part of the Religious Freedom: Then & Now initiative.\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/women-religion-revolution/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Religious Freedom
LOCATION:235 N 4th Street Philadelphia, PA 19106
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T153000
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SUMMARY:Everyday Faith: Buddhist Holy Days
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nEveryday Faith is an interactive workshop series designed to help you build a more generous, practical understanding of the diverse ways people live and practice their faith — or no faith at all — every single day.\nIn a world that often pushes us toward quick judgments and polarization, Everyday Faith invites you to slow down, get curious, and engage with the complex ways religion, spirituality, and worldview shape our daily lives.\nYou’ll explore how faith, spirituality, and worldviews influence aspects of life such as:\n\nLife cycle events — from births and weddings to funerals\nHoliday celebrations — and how people observe them differently\nFood and clothing practices — understanding religious and cultural significance\nHistory in our region — origin and growth of the faith community\nWorkplace conversations — navigating faith and identity in professional settings\n\nThrough these insights, you’ll gain practical tools to better understand and respectfully engage with people of diverse religious, spiritual, and secular identities.\nWhy Religious Literacy Matters\nUnderstanding religion and worldview diversity is more important than ever — especially in workplaces, schools, and civic life. Religious literacy helps us challenge assumptions, break down stereotypes, and build meaningful relationships across lines of difference. Everyday Faith gives you the skills, confidence, and personal insight to navigate a diverse world with empathy and respect.\nThe Living Library: Real People, Real Understanding\nA signature feature of the Everyday Faith experience is the Living Library — a unique opportunity to engage directly with individuals from a variety of faiths, spiritual paths, and worldviews. Just like checking out a book, you’ll “check out” a person and have a one-on-one or small group conversation where you can ask questions, hear personal stories, and explore perspectives that might be unfamiliar to you.\nFacilitators: Rev. Edward Livingston ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/rev-edward-livingston/ ), Director of Community Partnerships and Trina Gary ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/trina-gary/ ), Facilitator\nCost: The suggested price of this program is $50 with a sliding scale of $25-$125. Click here ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/slide-scale-fee-structure/ ) for more information on how to determine the cost that is right for you.\nREGISTER HERE\n\nRegister these other sessions in the Everyday Faith series!\n\nWednesday, February 4, 3:30–5:00 PM — Muslim Holy Days\nThursday, March 12, 3:30–5:00 PM — Bahá’í Holy Days\nWednesday, April 8, 3:30–5:00 PM — Sikh Holy Days\nWednesday, May 13, 3:30–5:00 PM — Buddhist Holy Days\n\nA part of our 2026 Religious Freedom: Then & Now programming\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/buddhist-holy-days-2026/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Everyday Faith
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Everyday Faith: Sikh Holy Days
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nEveryday Faith is an interactive workshop series designed to help you build a more generous, practical understanding of the diverse ways people live and practice their faith — or no faith at all — every single day.\nIn a world that often pushes us toward quick judgments and polarization, Everyday Faith invites you to slow down, get curious, and engage with the complex ways religion, spirituality, and worldview shape our daily lives.\nYou’ll explore how faith, spirituality, and worldviews influence aspects of life such as:\n\nLife cycle events — from births and weddings to funerals\nHoliday celebrations — and how people observe them differently\nFood and clothing practices — understanding religious and cultural significance\nHistory in our region — origin and growth of the faith community\nWorkplace conversations — navigating faith and identity in professional settings\n\nThrough these insights, you’ll gain practical tools to better understand and respectfully engage with people of diverse religious, spiritual, and secular identities.\nWhy Religious Literacy Matters\nUnderstanding religion and worldview diversity is more important than ever — especially in workplaces, schools, and civic life. Religious literacy helps us challenge assumptions, break down stereotypes, and build meaningful relationships across lines of difference. Everyday Faith gives you the skills, confidence, and personal insight to navigate a diverse world with empathy and respect.\nThe Living Library: Real People, Real Understanding\nA signature feature of the Everyday Faith experience is the Living Library — a unique opportunity to engage directly with individuals from a variety of faiths, spiritual paths, and worldviews. Just like checking out a book, you’ll “check out” a person and have a one-on-one or small group conversation where you can ask questions, hear personal stories, and explore perspectives that might be unfamiliar to you.\nFacilitators: Rev. Edward Livingston ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/rev-edward-livingston/ ), Director of Community Partnerships and Trina Gary ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/trina-gary/ ), Facilitator\nCost: The suggested price of this program is $50 with a sliding scale of $25-$125. Click here ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/slide-scale-fee-structure/ ) for more information on how to determine the cost that is right for you.\nREGISTER HERE\n\nRegister these other sessions in the Everyday Faith series!\n\nWednesday, February 4, 3:30–5:00 PM — Muslim Holy Days\nThursday, March 12, 3:30–5:00 PM — Bahá’í Holy Days\nWednesday, April 8, 3:30–5:00 PM — Sikh Holy Days\nWednesday, May 13, 3:30–5:00 PM — Buddhist Holy Days\n\nA part of our 2026 Religious Freedom: Then & Now programming\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/sikh-holy-days-2026/
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CATEGORIES:Everyday Faith
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Everyday Faith: Bahá’í Holy Days
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nEveryday Faith is an interactive workshop series designed to help you build a more generous, practical understanding of the diverse ways people live and practice their faith — or no faith at all — every single day. This program is a component of Religious Freedom: Then & Now programming for Philadelphia’s semiquincentennial.\nIn a world that often pushes us toward quick judgments and polarization, Everyday Faith invites you to slow down, get curious, and engage with the complex ways religion, spirituality, and worldview shape our daily lives.\nYou’ll explore how faith, spirituality, and worldviews influence aspects of life such as:\n\nLife cycle events — from births and weddings to funerals\nHoliday celebrations — and how people observe them differently\nFood and clothing practices — understanding religious and cultural significance\nHistory in our region — origin and growth of the faith community\nWorkplace conversations — navigating faith and identity in professional settings\n\nThrough these insights, you’ll gain practical tools to better understand and respectfully engage with people of diverse religious, spiritual, and secular identities.\nWhy Religious Literacy Matters\nUnderstanding religion and worldview diversity is more important than ever — especially in workplaces, schools, and civic life. Religious literacy helps us challenge assumptions, break down stereotypes, and build meaningful relationships across lines of difference. Everyday Faith gives you the skills, confidence, and personal insight to navigate a diverse world with empathy and respect.\nThe Living Library: Real People, Real Understanding\nA signature feature of the Everyday Faith experience is our Living Library format — offering a unique opportunity to engage directly with individuals from a variety of faiths, spiritual paths, and worldviews. Just like checking out a book, you’ll “check out” a person and have a one-on-one or small group conversation where you can ask questions, hear personal stories, and explore perspectives that might be unfamiliar to you.\nCost: The suggested price of this program is $50 with a sliding scale of $25-$125. Click here ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/slide-scale-fee-structure/ ) for more information on how to determine the cost that is right for you.\nREGISTER HERE\n\nRegister these other sessions in the Everyday Faith series!\n\nThursday, March 12, 3:30–5:00 PM — Bahá’í Holy Days\nWednesday, April 8, 3:30–5:00 PM — Sikh Holy Days\nWednesday, May 13, 3:30–5:00 PM — Buddhist Holy Days\n\nA part of our 2026 Religious Freedom: Then & Now programming\n \n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/bahai-holy-days-2026/
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CATEGORIES:Everyday Faith
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T170000
DTSTAMP:20250923T105234Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260210
PRIORITY:5
SEQUENCE:72
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SUMMARY:Visionary Women 2026
DESCRIPTION:Step Into Connection. Step Into Courage. Step Into Visionary Women.\nREGISTER HERE\n\nVIEW RECORDED INFORMATION SESSION\n\nIn a world that can feel divided and uncertain, what if you could gather with a circle of curious, compassionate women—and experience something profoundly different?\nVisionary Women is not just a program. It’s an intergenerational experience in the Greater Philadelphia area, exploring the powerful intersections of faith, gender, race, and social justice—all while building relationships that matter.\nOver five months, you’ll step inside sacred spaces, hear stories that expand your perspective, and engage in real conversations that invite both vulnerability and courage. Whether or not you are religiously affiliated, we just ask that you bring your open heart and a willingness to listen and share.\nWhat you’ll experience:\n\nVisit five vibrant religious settings—from historic churches to Indigenous gathering spaces.\nDeepen your understanding of how faith, gender and race shape traditions and community life.\nDiscover fresh insights about your own identity, values, and calling.\nBe empowered alongside community leaders of all ages and experience levels.\n\nSession Flow:\n\nWelcome to the sacred space or gathering place\nPaired conversations\nA panel of faith leaders and community voices\nSmall-group dialogue to process and connect\nClosing reflections\n\n\nWhen & Where (attend was many as you like):\n\nMarch 15, 2:00–5:00 pm: Hindu – BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham\nApril 19, 2:00–5:00 pm: Jewish – South Philadelphia Shtiebel\nMay 17, 2:00–5:00 pm: Indigenous – Blue Bell Park\n\nFacilitators\nBronwen Mayer Henry ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/bronwen-mayer-henry/ ) and Rachel Hickson ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/rachel-hickson/ )\n\n\nWhat Participants in 2025 said about the experience:\n“This experience enabled me to see differences between the different types of faith in the US and how that impacts our lives in the world.”\n“I loved the time in a small group. We had such thoughtful and insightful conversations. I feel very connected to these women. I made new friends.”\n“The interaction with other women who are looking to learn about each other with open minds and open hearts. There is more that brings us together than divides us if we just take the time to listen to each other.”\n\n\n\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/visionary-women-2026/
CATEGORIES:Visionary Women
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T183000
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night!
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nTest your trivia skills and support a great cause!\nInterfaith Philadelphia’s Trivia Night brings together friends, families and neighbors for an engaging evening of fun and friendly competition. Trivia rounds will cover a wide range of fun and classic topics, with each round featuring one interfaith inspired question that highlights our shared values and diverse traditions.\nEnjoy food and soft drinks while you play, along with prizes, community connection, and a lively atmosphere. Participants may register individually or as a team by reserving a full table. All proceeds support Interfaith Philadelphia’s mission and work to foster understanding, cooperation, and compassionate action among people of diverse faiths and beliefs.\nREGISTER HERE\n\n \n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/trivia-night-2026/
ORGANIZER;CN=Interfaith Philadelphia:MAILTO:
CATEGORIES:Event
LOCATION:100 Conway Ave, Narberth, PA 19072
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T090000
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SUMMARY:Facilitating Civil Conversations
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE\n\nThis half-day workshop equips facilitators with practical tools to lead meaningful dialogues across lines of difference—in their communities, on campus, in the workplace, and in the classroom. It takes place at Temple University, offering a welcoming campus setting for our gathering.\nFacilitators will:\n\nGain knowledge, techniques, and incremental confidence in conversing across differences.\nExplore case studies and practice skills for navigating conflict in conversations.\nReceive a companion Facilitator Toolkit and Online Resource Guide.\n\nParticipants in this training put these ideas into practice by organizing conversations in their communities. Interfaith Philadelphia staff can be available to help support those ongoing experiences.\nThis immersive workshop equips facilitators with the essential tools to foster meaningful dialogue within their communities, congregations, and workplaces.\nTrainers: Bronwen Henry ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/bronwen-henry ) and Rev. Betty White ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/team-member/rev-betty-white/ )\nCost: The suggested price of this program is $125 with a sliding scale option of $50-$225.\nWe offer a sliding scale fee structure for our programs in order to welcome all from our community who wish to attend. Please go to here ( https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/slide-scale-fee-structure ) for guidance that will help you determine the right fee for you.\nREGISTER HERE\n\n
URL:https://www.interfaithphiladelphia.org/events/facilitating-civil-conversations/
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CATEGORIES:Facilitating Civil Conversations
LOCATION:114 West Polett Walk, 140 Mazur Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19122
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