Outreach
Prison Dawa Program
Prison dawa (ministry) program managed by the ICVA supports a addressing the spiritual needs of those men and women incarcerated for months or years, to their families, and to those interested who work in the prison environment. Unfortunately, situations in a community or relationship often happen that result in incarceration. We know that these situations are sometimes unavoidable. Some of the services we offer include: prison religious study groups & prayer services, legal as well as medical assistance, indigent donations and a host of other services.
We are always looking for volunteers to assist with the program, and financial support to provide books and services.
Family Peace Festival
On Sunday, September 23, the Fourth Annual Family Peace Festival will present music from around the world, featuring the Caribbean beat of Ban Caribe. Other performers will include the Richmond Boys Choir, Drums No Guns, Punjabi Bhangra, and Australian Digiridoo. The schedule of performances is listed below. The Festival will also offer children's crafts and games, a variety of ethnic foods, and an interfaith worship service.
Schedule of Events:
11-11:45 Youth Worship Service
12-12:45 Drums No Guns
1-1:30 Richmond Boys Choir
1:45-2:05 Youth Skit
2:20-2:35 Australian Digiridoo
2:50-3:20 Punjabi Bhangra
3:00---Bootsie the Clown (Arts and Crafts tent)
3:35-4:20 Ban Caribe
This year's Family Peace Festival will be held Sunday, September 23rd, 2007 from 11 a.m. to 5 p. m. at St. Joseph's Villa, 8000 Brook Road. The Festival will take place rain or shine. Admission is free, and the public is invited.
The Family Peace Festival promotes mutual collaboration and appreciation among Richmond's diverse communities of faith. Sponsoring organizations include Richmond Peace Education Center, The Interfaith Council of Greater Richmond and several other faith-based organizations.
Spaces for nonprofit organizations and vendors are still available. For information about reserving a place for a display, contact the vendor coordinator at tables@familypeacefestival.org
For more information about the Festival: www.familypeacefestival.org
For general information: info@familypeacefestival.org
For information on exhibit tables or vending : tables@familypeacefestival.org.
To volunteer: vol@familypeacefestival.org
