Calendar of Upcoming Community Events
The Rhode Island State Council of Churches is pleased to help publicize events organized or hosted by our congregational, interfaith, coalition, and denominational partners that are open to the general public.
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Root Out Poverty Conference & Fundraiser
This year’s Root Out Poverty Conference and Fundraiser will include an honest conversation about leading causes to the economic instability so many Rhode Islanders face.
Election Observer Training: Kingston Congregational Church (South County)
This training will provide all the information and tools needed to be an election volunteer, including opportunities to sign up for specific polling sites and time slots.
Executive Team Meeting (RISCC Board)
Meeting of the Executive Team of the Governing Board of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches.
Homeless Memorial Service
The Homeless Memorial is free and open to anyone who would like to gather with community and honor the lives of those we lost this year.
St. Martin's Episcopal Church Annual Estate Sale
Unique and interesting items for sale with proceeds going toward St. Martin's Church Outreach Programs.
Election Observer Training: St. Martin de Porres Center
This training will provide all the information and tools needed to be an election volunteer, including opportunities to sign up for specific polling sites and time slots.
Election Observer Training: Arnold Mills United Methodist Church (Cumberland)
This training will provide all the information and tools needed to be an election volunteer, including opportunities to sign up for specific polling sites and time slots.
Bit O' Sweden Fall Fair
The Bit O' Sweden Fall Fair is returning to the Beacon Covenant Church on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Greek Food Fair & Christmas Bazaar 2026
Join us for a festive weekend of delicious Greek food, holiday shopping, and community fun!
Mahler Ryder: Interrupted Inheritance Opening Reception
This exhibition presents the work of Mahler B. Ryder alongside reflections by his daughter, Ulli K. Ryder, in a dialogue between visual and written expression, between parent and child, and between the living and the dead.
Annual Meeting of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches
The Governing Board of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches meets from 6:00 till 7:30 pm on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
2026 Thanksgiving Interfaith Service
All are welcome as St. Martin’s Episcopal Church and Temple Beth-El celebrate their annual Thanksgiving Interfaith service, with Jeremy Langill, Executive Minister of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches, as guest speaker.
Executive Team Meeting (RISCC Board)
Meeting of the Executive Team of the Governing Board of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches.
Environmental Justice: Caring for the Earth
Barrington Interfaith Partners announces its 2026 Fall Forum event will host two speakers on the topic “Environmental Justice: Caring for the Earth.”
Understanding RI Non-Discrimination Laws for TGD People
Trans, nonbinary, and gender diverse (TGD) people are still protected from discrimination under Rhode Island law!
Observer Training
Join with your neighbors and other people of faith as we work together to support our immigrant communities.
UU Legislative Ministry RI - Fall Forum
Join us to enjoy fellowship, refreshments, and dialog. Connect with advocacy partners! Leave ready to organize for action!
Rosary for Migrants
The Migration Commissioner of the Diocese of Providence will be holding monthly prayer gatherings outside the Wyatt to support our immigrant neighbors who are being detained there.
Vigil Prayer Service
This candlelight vigil and prayer service, led by Bishop Bruce Lewandowski, C.Ss.R. and Fr. Joseph Brice, will be rooted in prayer and will highlight the plight faced by our Migrant and Refugee brothers and sisters.
VIRTUAL -- What Every Christian Leader Should Know about Christian Nationalism before the Election
Our expert presenters will share how the tactics of Christian Nationalists manifested in not only faith organizing, but in education, elections, and general community engagement.
Governing Board Meeting
The Governing Board of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches meets from 6:00 till 7:30 pm on Wednesday, September 18th, 2024.
Universal Brotherhood Day: Vedanta Society of Providence
Please join us for our annual interfaith event!
Leaders from various faiths will participate in a symposium on a common theme.
There will also be interfaith music and an Indian style dinner.
Musical Harvest: a Feast of Piano Music
A concert featuring well know pianist Sylvia Berry and Chapel Street's Minister of Music, Nathan Melo playing a variety of music.
AI, Faith, and Being Human @ Christ Episcopal Church, Westerly
AI and related technologies raise lots of questions about what it means to be human, raise our kids, and practice our faith.
RPM Voices Gospel Brunch
Our summer season continues with a Gospel Brunch at the Cape Verdean Progressive Center in East Providence.
Restore, Renew, Reconnect in Iceland
Working alongside the Icelandic organization Veraldarvinir (World, Wide, Friends), we’ll focus on reforestation projects, beach cleanups, and restoring the area’s natural landscape.
Jamestown Peace & Remembrance Day
Join us as we call on our political leaders to use diplomacy to disarm these weapons worldwide.
Community Engagement Forum with The Mama Joe Project in Providence
The Community Engagement Forum is an educational and inspirational offering that centers storytelling to support caregivers, promote healthy aging, and improve quality of life for those navigating Alzheimer's and related dementia.
Summer Resource Program
All neighbors are invited to cool down, eat lunch, stock up on needed items, and make important contacts with community resources.
Community Engagement Forum with The Mama Joe Project in Newport
The Community Engagement Forum is an educational and inspirational offering that centers storytelling to support caregivers, promote healthy aging, and improve quality of life for those navigating Alzheimer's and related dementia.
Rosary for Migrants
The Migration Commissioner of the Diocese of Providence will be holding monthly prayer gatherings outside the Wyatt to support our immigrant neighbors who are being detained there.
Summer Resource Program
All neighbors are invited to cool down, eat lunch, stock up on needed items, and make important contacts with community resources.
Rhythm and Praise | 2026 Summer Concert
There's plenty in the news that'll make you sing the blues... It's time for some rhythm and praise!
Summer Resource Program
All neighbors are invited to cool down, eat lunch, stock up on needed items, and make important contacts with community resources.
Christian -- Buddhist Meditation
A meditation program with a distinctive blend of Easter and Western elements, with contemplative influence from Buddhism and Monastic Christianity.
Summer Resource Program
All neighbors are invited to cool down, eat lunch, stock up on needed items, and make important contacts with community resources.
Executive Team Meeting (RISCC Board)
Meeting of the Executive Team of the Governing Board of the Rhode Island State Council of Churches.
Illumination: Sensory Friendly Bible Camp Experience
We offer a place of understanding for everyone’s differences, where people and families of different abilities can feel welcome, come to church, and be part of the community.
United Congregational Church of Little Compton Summer Fair & Road Race
The fair is full of time-honored traditions: the White Elephant and Book Sale, Silent Auction, Church Craft Table, Children's Games, our famous Lobster Luncheon (the best deal in town!), craft and food vendors, live music, a jewelry table, and so much more
Summer Resource Program
All neighbors are invited to cool down, eat lunch, stock up on needed items, and make important contacts with community resources.
Press Conference on Democracy and the RI Voting Rights Act
As faith leaders, we stand for justice and fairness and in protecting the dignity and rights of all people. We work to bring people together across race, religion, and geography, knowing our democracy is strong when all voices are heard.
Participating faith leaders include:
Rev. Darrell Goodwin, Executive Conference Minister of the Southern New England Conference of the United Church of Christ
Bishop Sandra Miller, Pastor at Shekinah Family Worship Center
Rev. Dr. Jamie Washam, 37th Settled Minister of the First Baptist Church in America
Rabbi Emily Goldberg Winer, Director of Spiritual Engagement at Congregation Beth Sholom
In Rhode Island, we are especially concerned about the inaction of our elected officials to pass the RI Voting Rights Act, especially in light of the collapse of voting protections at the federal level.
Passage of statewide voting protections is essential in the fight to defend our democracy. Among other things, the RI Voting Rights Act would:
prevent the removal from voter rolls of folks who have changed their last name
allow for a private right of action (individuals denied their legal right to vote would have recourse to challenge that denial and would have costs covered by the state)
Prevent language discrimination
Prevent gerrymandering at the state level
Join us at 10:00 am on Tuesday, July 7th in the State House Library as we call on our elected officials to prioritize voting rights in RI and beyond. Stand with us as we stand for democracy and for the rights of all citizens to participate.
Climate Future Film Festival
Join us to watch 10 short films on the topic of Climate Future!
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