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Concert Report

Jun 25, 2024 | Photos, Sounds of CommUNITY Concert

Our 2024 annual Sounds of CommUNITY Concert was a resounding success! Eleven groups presented music and chants from a variety of faith traditions, and more than 150 people came from across the community to enjoy the afternoon program of "Unity in Diversity." Below,...

Buddha Birthday Celebration

May 16, 2024 | Community Events

You are invited to help celebrate the Birthday of the Buddha this weekend at the Tam Bao Temple! Federation and community members have the chance to join this annual celebration this coming Saturday and Sunday (May 18-19). For visitors, this is a time to learn more...

2024 Concert Invitation

May 8, 2024 | Community Events, Sounds of CommUNITY Concert

Our 2024 Sounds of CommUNITY concert will be held on Sunday, June 23 at 3:00 pm at St. Gerard Catholic Church. This year's theme is Unity In Diversity. While we have many differences between our religious traditions, cultures and backgrounds, we should not be afraid...

Invitation: Holocaust Commemoration

May 2, 2024 | Partner Events

From our partners at the Unified Jewish Congregation: Join us for Holocaust Remembrance with special guest Julie Kohner who will share her mother's story of surviving the Holocaust along with our Holocaust essay finalist. “In 1953, my mother was the first...

Happy Passover!

Apr 23, 2024 | Holidays

Wishing our Jewish friends, joy, blessings, and peace during this sacred time.

Happy Earth Day

Apr 18, 2024 | Holidays

Happy Earth Day! The Earth is our home, no matter our religious tradition. How are you and your congregation taking care of the Earth this week? Send us a photo with a description, or tag us on Instagram/Facebook. Let's celebrate Earth Day by taking care of our home...

Apr 17, 2024 | Partner Events

Partner Event: Rumi and Love (Atlas Foundation) "Rumi and Love", organized by the Atlas Foundation, promises to be an enchanting celebration of love as depicted in Rumi's timeless poetry. The evening will be filled with recitations of Rumi's poems in various...

Ramadan Visit – April 6

Apr 11, 2024 | Faith of Our Neighbors

On Saturday, April 6, representatives of the Interfaith Federation joined with Muslim friends at the Islamic Center of Baton Rouge to learn more about the Islamic faith and the holiday of Ramadan. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed a interactive presentation about...