About DMV ICP

The Washington Metropolitan Area Interreligious Communities Project (ICP) brought together seven congregations representing Hindu, Catholic, Pagan, Presbyterian, Muslim, Buddhist, and Jewish traditions from across the D.C. region. Launching in June 2023, the cohort journeyed together through May 2024, visiting sacred spaces, sharing stories, and practicing the skills of interfaith leadership and dialogue.
 

Each gathering was more than a visit — it was an experience of hospitality, learning, and connection. Participants explored ritual, architecture, and the narratives that shape community life while practicing deep listening and constructive dialogue. By the program’s end, the DMV ICP had built strong interreligious friendships and a shared Solidarity Pledge, symbolizing unity and hope for peace across difference.

Coordinator: Maxine Olson, Snow Lietta, Mark Hoffman, Vanessa Avery

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Site Visits & Events

• Chinmaya Mission Washington Regional Center — June 15, 2023

• St. Bernadette Catholic Church — July 25, 2023

• The Firefly House — October 15, 2023

• Burke Presbyterian Church — November 16, 2023

• Masjid Muhammad — December 3, 2023

• Drikung Dharma Surya Center — January 21, 2024

• Temple Rodef Shalom — February 11, 2024

• Solidarity Pledge Celebration — May 9, 2024

Lasting Community

Sponsors & Partners

The DMV ICP was made possible through the collaboration and generosity of:​

• The Rumi Forum

• The William and Mary Greve Foundation

• The Hudson Community Foundation

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