25th Memorial of 9/11

At a vigil offered the first night of the attack, the Rev. Charles Ortman reminded his congregation that, despite the great evil they experienced that day, the “universe is still filled with unlimited possibilities for goodness.”

It is in this spirit that the Rhode Island State Council of Churches has encouraged communities of faith to ring their bells and open their doors for prayer as we mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.

We also recognize that this year’s commemoration coincides with the beginning of the Jewish holy day of Rosh Hashanah.

As we ring our bells in remembrance, we also welcome the sound of the shofar in synagogues across the world at sunset tonight. We join the Jewish community, and all communities of faith, in hoping for a year of sweetness, peace and new beginnings.

Map of Statewide Participating Faith Communities

GREEN: Ringing only

PURPLE: Ringing and Open for Prayer

YELLOW: Open for Prayer

See below for a list of participating faith communities

Participating Faith Communities by Tradition