A Warm Welcome!

Founded in 2004, the Venice Interfaith Community Association was born from the observation that our community was expanding, not only in size,but in diversity. Although many Christian denominations were represented in the Venice area there was no group that embraced the growing populations of other faiths as well. When faith-based organizations coordinate their efforts, they can be a powerful force for community betterment and mutual understanding and respect.

Venice Interfaith promotes the development of a local culture which reflects the love, understanding and support of and between all community members as taught by all of the faith traditions represented in our society. Both individual and institutional members are welcomed.

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Current Leadership and Friends


 

Announcements

  • Tour of New Mosque in Sarasota

    We are honored that the Venice Interfaith Community Association has been invited to tour the new Islamic Society of Sarasota and Bradenton on Monday, April 9. Many of you attended our 2011 winter serieson Islam and our Muslim guests who presented the program told us that they were building a new mosque in Sarasota. It is now completed and we have been invited to tour. We are invited for light refreshments at 12:30 PM followed by a tour and midday prayers Read more...  

  • Trying to reconcile the irreconcilable I've touched upon the issue in past articles. But unfortunately it has once again come to the forefront. And to such an extent that I feel compelled to address it--The issue of religion in politics and more specifically the separation of church and State.

    The Jewish people are particularly sensitive to the issue. And with good historical reasons. Six million of our people were demonized and summarily killed because, and only because, of their religion. A fascist state to be sure, but one that thrived on a culture of anti-Semitism. That is why I am unequivocal in my belief that religion cannot and should not be part of or play any role in government rule or policy. Anywhere. Read more...  

  • A Benefit to Benefit Children in Need There are 2,025 reasons why your attendance at the VICA "Taste of Faith" on Sunday, March 18th 4:00 p.m. at the Jewish Congregation of Venice is so important.

    That's the number of students in Venice schools whose families cannot afford to pay for breakfast/lunch at their children's school. This equals about 50% of the total enrollment.

    Imagine that! Poverty right here in Venice! And you can help. You can join the mission to provide food for hungry children in Venice through the ‘Backpack Kids' or ‘Snackpack' Program with your ticket to "Taste of Faith."

    Read more...  
  • Art Supplies Donated to Boys & Girls Club We have many happy memories of last September's Peace Day Celebration, including the tables filled with arts and crafts supplies for making peace prayer flags, paper bag puppets, message shells, and pinwheels for peace. More than
    memories were left from that day, however. There were many supplies left over, things that were much too useful and fun to throw away. Read more...