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Embrace Unity Event to Reinforce Global Peace, Understanding, and Community Solidarity During Election Season
BREINIGSVILLE, PA, October 25, 2024 – As election season intensifies and ahead of Former President Donald Trump’s campaign rally at the PPL Center in Allentown on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, The Interfaith Temple and The Enlightenment Circle are hosting “Embrace Unity: A Call for Peace.” This event is open to all individuals, regardless of faith, political affiliation or background to promote peace, understanding, and solidarity during a time of heightened political discourse.
The #PeaceGathering will take place on:
Date: Monday, October 28, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Delta Hotel by Marriott (Allentown), 7736 Adrienne Drive, Breinigsville, PA 18001
With the nation facing social and political divisions, this event offers a space for healing and reflection, encouraging community members to come together beyond political lines. Spiritual leaders and community advocates will guide attendees through prayers, reflections, and conversations to foster mutual respect and compassion. This event is designed as a space for healing, unity, and the affirmation that peace within communities can contribute to a better world.
Keynote Speakers:
- Rev. Dr. Samora Smith, Director, The Interfaith Temple, https://theinterfaithtemple.org/ministry-team/
- Ali Schaeffer-Lybacki – Founder, The Enlightenment Circle, https://www.facebook.com/TheEnlightenmentCircle
- Pastor Brenda Robinson, Universal Church, https://www.facebook.com/@brendarobinsonfes
- Minister Christopher Warren, Union Baptist Church, Allentown, Pa.
- Pastor Sam Lopez, Selah Radio Network, https://soulwinnerz.org/
- Lisa Macdonald, https://imperfectionisbeautiful.life
- Imam Daniel Hernandez, Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley, https://www.malv.org/
- Delwin “Hehakapa Mahto” Fiddler, Executive Director, PAZA, Tree of Life, https://www.pazatree.org
“This gathering offers a chance to reflect and unite during a politically charged time,” says Rev. Dr. Samora, Director of The Interfaith Temple. “Regardless of political beliefs, we hope to foster respect, peace, and compassion within our hearts and communities.”
The event comes just a day before Former President Donald Trump’s rally at Allentown’s PPL Center on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:00 PM. ‘Embrace Unity’ organizers encourage attendees to use this peaceful gathering as an opportunity to prepare mentally and emotionally and to reflect on how peace can transcend political differences.
For more information, please visit https://theinterfaithtemple.org/embrace-unity-event/ and/or contact Ali Schaeffer-Lybacki (215) 385-0377, Ali.lybacki@gmail.com.
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