Gateways to Joy, World Interfaith Harmony Week Service, First Unitarian Church, Toledo, OH Report
The MultiFaith Council of NW Ohio concluded its four registered local observances of World Interfaith Harmony Week with the First Unitarian Church of Toledo Sunday Service, February 7, 2021. The service was led by Judy Lee Nur-un-nisa Trautman, an ordained Cherag to lead Universal Worship, the Chair of the MultiFaith Council, and a member of the church. The theme, "Gateways to Joy", considered how Joy can find us, even in difficult times of pandemic, personal tragedy, and political and social unrest. Service pieces and music reflected diverse faiths. This aligns with the six sources that Unitarian congregations affirm and promote, especially wisdom from the world's religions which inspires us in our ethical and spiritual life, Jewish and Christian teachings, and Spiritual teachings of Earth-centered traditions.