Children of Abraham
Serving Our Community
Children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 are invited to quarterly gatherings hosted by four faith communities: Grace United Methodist Church, The Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, Springfield Board of Jewish Education, and Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Youth in Grade 6 – 12 are invited to partake in their own gatherings during the same timeframe and to join in the fellowship of the meal. The youth gatherings are coordinated by Shahnila Baqai and the Reverend Susan Phillips.
Children and youth from all faith communities are invited as we build friendships, learn about one another, and share a vegetarian meal. The 2024-2025 theme is: “Celebrate.” Join us as we explore the celebrations within each of our faiths.
Children in Kindergarten through Grade 5 are invited to quarterly gatherings hosted by four faith communities: Grace United Methodist Church, The Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, Springfield Board of Jewish Education, and Westminster Presbyterian Church.
Youth in Grade 6 – 12 are invited to partake in their own gatherings during the same timeframe and to join in the fellowship of the meal. The youth gatherings are coordinated by Shahnila Baqai and the Reverend Susan Phillips.
Children and youth from all faith communities are invited as we build friendships, learn about one another, and share a vegetarian meal. The 2024-2025 theme is: “Celebrate.” Join us as we explore the celebrations within each of our faiths.
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2024-2025 Scheduled Events
Wednesday, October 16, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Islamic Society of Greater Springfield (3000 Stanton Street) Wednesday, November 13 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church (533 South Walnut) Wednesday, February 12, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Cancelled because of weather! Wednesday, May 7, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Hosted by Grace United Methodist (1612 E Capitol Ave) |
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Children of Abraham Planning Committee:
Rabbi Arthur Stern and Chuck Faingold Springfield Board of Jewish Education Rev. Dr. Cary L. Beckwith, DeAnne Hubbard, Rhonda Hubbard, Terrie Hammons Grace United Methodist Church Mahnaz Habib, Shaista Shaikh, and Shahnila Baqai Islamic Society of Greater Springfield Rev. Dr. Blythe Kieffer, Dale Rogers, Rev. Sarah Biship, Meleah and Aaron Berkowitz, and Mary Ray Westminster Presbyterian Church Rev. Susan Phillips First Presbyterian Church |