Monthly Multifaith Prayers for Peace and Justice
7-7:30pm on 11th of every month
Next Gathering: Saturday, April 11 7pm: Palo Alto Buddhist Temple, 2751 Louis Road, Palo Alto
Join for a celebration of “Hanamatsuri” or Flower Festival, that marks the birth of the historic Buddha. Temple leaders will share chants and rituals for this Japanese Buddhist holiday.
Peaceful Presence is sometimes hosted in-person, sometimes by Zoom, and sometimes hybrid. Watch for updates!
Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice coordinates “Peaceful Presence” gatherings, a monthly prayer service on the evening of the 11th of each month, offering a time of quiet multifaith prayers for peace and justice and strength for the journey. Each gathering is hosted by a different local faith community, includes contributions from diverse faith traditions, and has its own format and theme.
All are welcome: those of all faith traditions and of no defined faith, those who are suffering at the hands of their own government, those who need a pause in the midst of intensive work on behalf of others, and all who would like to pray with others for the well-being of all. The prayer time will include elements from several religious traditions.
Upcoming:
Saturday, April 11 7pm: Palo Alto Buddhist Temple, 2751 Louis Road, Palo Alto
Monday, May 11 7pm: Covenant Presbyterian Church Palo Alto, 670 East Meadow Dr., Palo Alto
Thursday, June 11 7pm: First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto
If your congregation or community would like more information to consider hosting a Peaceful Presence, contact info@multifaithpeace.org