HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Hagerstown Area Religious Council will host its annual Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, Nov. 22, bringing together members of different religious traditions for an afternoon of gratitude, music and community fellowship.
The service will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. at First Christian Church, 1345 Potomac Ave., in Hagerstown. The event is free and open to the public, with community members of all faith backgrounds welcome to attend.
Organizers said the gathering gives Washington County residents a chance to celebrate Thanksgiving through shared expressions of gratitude while recognizing the area’s religious diversity.
Six faith traditions to participate in Thanksgiving service
This year’s Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service will feature representatives of the Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Native American faith traditions.
The gathering is designed to encourage understanding and connection among people from different religious and cultural backgrounds.
The Hagerstown Area Religious Council, commonly known as HARC, works to bring together diverse faith partners throughout Washington County through initiatives centered on mercy, justice and love.
The annual Thanksgiving service reflects that mission by providing a shared space for people of different beliefs to participate in a community celebration.
Community choir welcomes participants
Music will also play a role in the Thanksgiving gathering, with an a cappella community choir scheduled to perform.
Residents interested in joining the choir are invited to participate. The announcement did not list a separate registration requirement.
Choir participants should arrive at First Christian Church by 3 p.m. on Nov. 22 for rehearsal before the service begins.
Following the service, attendees are invited to remain at the church for a reception, providing an opportunity for fellowship and conversation.
Donations to support Micah’s Backpack program
Although admission is free, organizers will collect voluntary donations to benefit First Christian Church’s Micah’s Backpack program.
Attendees may contribute nonperishable food items, monetary donations or both. A free-will collection will be taken at the church entrance.
Those unable to contribute in person may donate online through the church’s website at fcchagerstown.com/donate.
The donation opportunity adds a community service component to the Thanksgiving gathering, allowing participants to support a local program while celebrating the holiday.
Thanksgiving service available through livestream
Residents who cannot attend in person can watch the service online.
First Christian Church will livestream the gathering through its Facebook page and YouTube channel.
The livestream will be available at:
- Facebook: facebook.com/fcchagerstown
- YouTube: youtube.com/@fcchagerstown491
The online option will allow community members to join the annual interfaith celebration remotely.
Event information
The Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 22, from 4 to 5 p.m. at First Christian Church, 1345 Potomac Ave., Hagerstown.
Community choir participants should arrive at 3 p.m. for rehearsal. A reception will follow the service.
The event is free and open to the public.
For additional information, contact the Hagerstown Area Religious Council at 301-842-4272 or [email protected]. Additional information about the organization is available at harccoalition.org.
