InterFaith Leadership Award Dinner 2022 - Resilient Leaders
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Receiving recognition at the InterFaith Leadership Award Dinner, Resilient Leaders, held Sept. 8, are, from left, Dr. Kimberly Townsend, The Hon. J. Ryan McMahon, II, Steven Sissking, Dr. Warren Hilton (accepting for Dr. Casey Crabill), Dr. Donna DeSiato, Stephen J. Thomas, MD, The Rev. Phil Turner, and The Hon. Helen Hudson. |
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Watch the 2022 ILAD "Resilient Leaders" Honoree Tribute Video |
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View the 2021 Annual Report |
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The 2021 Annual Report, A Year of Resiliency, is now available. |
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32nd Annual Spiritual Care Day
SPIRITUAL CARE ACROSS OUR POLITICAL DIVIDES
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Join us for the Center for Dialogue & Action's presentation of the 32nd Annual Spiritual Care Day eve nt program, SPIRITUAL CARE ACROSS OUR POLITICAL DIVIDES, to be held online through Zoom on Thursday, October 27, 8:30-11:00 a.m. Follow this link for the event website page.
Featured speakers and presenters:
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Join a Dialogue Circle Today! |
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InterFaith Works’ Community Wide Dialogue to End Racism is the longest running dialogue on race in America. Since its inception in 1996, over 10,000 people have been impacted by these dialogue circles. We are relaunching our new dialogue to action model called “Taking Action Against Racism!”
What is a Dialogue Circle?
Small groups of 8-12 people are guided by 2 facilitators for six 2-hour sessions. Circle members get to know each other and discuss issues from many points of view. The facilitators create ground rules and keep the discussion going.
There is no fee for this program.
When does it start?
The next series of six 2-hour sessions will begin Wednesday, September 28th and continue on MONDAYS
Dates: Wed. 9/28*, Mon. 10/3, Mon. 10/10, Mon. 10/17, Mon. 10/24, Mon. 11/7
Times: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
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Return the complete registration form by email or mail to:
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InterFaith Works of CNY
ATTN: El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action
1010 James Street
Syracuse, NY 13203
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Walk to End Alzheimer's - Join Our Team! |
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The Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is coming up! This is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
We are hoping to raise $500 from our team and we are SO CLOSE to our goal! You can join our team to show your support even if you are not able to donate or participate in the walk with us.
2022 Syracuse Walk Information
Date: Sunday, September 25
Time: 11 am
Location: SRC Arena, Onondaga Community College
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Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Sponsors Hiking Sisters Program |
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InterFaith Works received $2,000 from Excellus BlueCross BlueShield to sponsor our inaugural Hiking Sisters program! A group of 9 refugee women spent six Saturday mornings from July 23 to September 3 on guided hikes in our local area. Parks visited included Clark Reservation, Chittenango Falls, Beaver Lake Nature Center, Pratts Falls and Onondaga Lake Park. The hikes were an opportunity for the women to enjoy nature, boost mood, reduce stress, and make new friends! The program culminated with a celebration lunch at Salt City Market. Participants loved exploring new places, being active, getting to know others and creating community - all look forward to more hiking and bringing other friends/family! Special thanks to Hassina Adams, one of IFW's board members, who co-created and co-led the program with staff. InterFaith Works plans to continue Hiking Sisters and incorporate it into its Family Wellness offerings well into the future.
Thank you, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield for making this life-changing experience possible!
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Raymour and Flanigan Stores Participate in Drive for IFW |
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We are so excited that Raymour & Flanigan is holding a donation drive for the next three weeks at 6 of their stores and at their main headquarters for their staff and clients to donate items from our welcome kit lists (ex: sheets, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and kitchen items), with a focus on our refugee and immigrant clients.
On Saturday, October 8, from 11am to 4pm at their Cicero store (located at 4000 State Route 31, Liverpool - near Great Northern Mall) they will hold a large closing event. All are invited to attend.
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UnitedHealthcare $215,000 Grant Supports One to One Program |
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Thank you to UnitedHealthcare for a generous $215,000 Empowering Health grant to support our One to One Program to spark joy and social connection for seniors in long-term care. The program provides volunteer visits, social events, music and memory programming, and intergenerational programs and events. We’re honored to be among the community-based organizations receiving $11 million in total grants across 11 states to help people live healthier lives. |
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We are recruiting One to One volunteers! |
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The One to One Program matches nursing home residents with volunteers to spark joy and social connection. From weekly friendly visits to youth programs, our volunteers reach older adults who don’t have regular visitors and building relationships that enliven and enrich everyone’s lives. |
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For more information, contact:
Ruby Lopez
315-449-3552, ext. 297
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Empty Bowls Event - Friday, September 30th |
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InterFaith Works (IFW) has a great partnership with Interreligious Food Consortium (IFC) through the Pantry Partners program. Since COVID-19 descended upon all of us, the need for food by local families has escalated. This prompted IFW to partner with local pantries that are housed at local places of worships in black and brown communities to make sure that food insecurity issues are addressed in the city of Syracuse. IFW works to generate funds and other resources to support these pantries. Every summer, for the last two years, IFW through the Center for Dialogue and Action, has conducted food drives to increase food capacity for our pantry partners. IFC has been instrumental in this effort. All the food items collected, are stored at IFC and they coordinate with our pantry partners to go pick up the food items from there. So, they sort, pack and keep records of all the food items that are coming in and going out into the community. Empty Bowls is a great way that IFC generate some funds to buy more food to support the needy among us. Please take your time to come to this event to support this great organization that is doing so much good in the community. |
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Recruiting Senior Companions Around CNY |
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Senior Companions: We are recruiting Senior Companions to serve in Oswego, Onondaga, Cayuga and Madison counties. Training and stipends are provided. Volunteers must be 55 years old and over.
The program focuses on providing assistance and friendship to older adults who have difficulty with daily living tasks, such as shopping or paying bills. Through this program, volunteers help seniors live independently longer and provide respite to family caregivers.
To learn more, contact:
Toma Tracy
315-449-3552 ext. 224
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Employment at InterFaith Works |
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Click the boxes to learn more about each position and apply today! |
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Donations Needed for Summer Food Drive |
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El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action Seeks Dialogue Facilitators |
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Contact Bishop Colette Matthews-Carter at 315-449-3552, ext. 111,
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If you would like us to promote your community event, please email us at [email protected] with the word "Bulletin" in the subject line. Please include:
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We will make every effort to include your announcement in our bimonthly updates. Due to limited space, submissions will be reviewed for inclusion and may be abridged if necessary.
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Women Transcending Boundaries - We Stand With Ukraine
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Women Transcending Boundaries (WTB) are deeply concerned about the war in Ukraine and try to keep up-to-date and to help however they can.
Join WTB to hear from two young Ukrainians who have recently been brought to the Syracuse area for refuge.
We Stand With Ukraine
Sunday, September 18
3pm - 5pm
CNY RISE
275 W. Seneca Turnpike
Syracuse, NY 13207
There will be plenty of free parking and light refreshments will be offered.
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Save Haven Museum Grand Re-Opening Event |
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About InterFaith Works of CNY |
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InterFaith Works affirms the dignity of each person and every faith tradition, builds racial and religious equity, and creates bridges of understanding among us. The agency has served the Central New York community for 45 years with programs that include the Center for New Americans, El-Hindi Center for Dialogue & Action, and Senior Services.
InterFaith Works of CNY
1010 James St.
Syracuse, NY 13203
Phone: 315-449-3552 Fax: 315-449-3103
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