InterFaith Works

This week’s contributions to CNY inspirations were made by Mary Beth DiMarco, where she writes about the joys of shadow and light, Syracuse springs and a reflection on a Mindfulness Walk hosted by the Quaker community. To read this week’s articles, go to:


https://www.syracuse.com/staff/interfaithcny/


Are you interested in being a contributing voice and author to CNY Inspirations? Contact the Community Engagement Manager at [email protected]

Currently, the One to One program at InterFaith Works of CNY is accepting gardening supplies – gloves, hand tools, a watering can, soil, and bedding plants – for volunteer and resident activities. Help support our One to One volunteers as they build positive relationships and plant seeds of joy with long term care residents in our community. 🌱🌻🌿

To donate, please contact [email protected] or call 315-449-3552 x297.

This week’s contributions to CNY inspirations were made by The Rev. Dr. Melissa Morral, where she writes about a new perspective for aging, experiencing life as a child and how to deal with change. To read this week’s articles, go to:


https://www.syracuse.com/staff/interfaithcny/


Are you interested in being a contributing voice and author to CNY Inspirations? Contact the Community Engagement Manager at [email protected]

InterFaith Works of Central New York This feature is coordinated by The Post-Standard, Syracuse.com and InterFaith Works of CNY. Follow this theme and author posted Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday.

Did you know? The Onondaga County AmeriCorps Seniors Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is now part of the InterFaith Works of CNY's volunteer programs!

The AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP Program connects volunteers who are 55 and older with meaningful service opportunities. Get matched with a local organization in need based on your skills and interests, and volunteer as often as fits in your schedule. Opportunities include office assistance, teaching adult digital learning classes, visiting with nursing home residents, supporting local food pantries, and more!

Learn more and become an RSVP Volunteer by contacting us at [email protected] or 315-449-3552 x214

For the final week of Older Americans Month, we're highlighting local resources that support older adults as they continue living independently through those later-in-life changes.

Onondaga County Department of Adult & Long Term Care Services

Eid al-Adha reminds us of the power of faith, sacrifice, compassion, and care for one another. To all those who celebrate, we wish you peace, joy, and blessings.

Shavuot marks the giving of the Torah and invites us to reflect, learn, and celebrate together. Chag Sameach!

This week’s contributions to CNY inspirations were made by Jim Brule, where he writes about the history of the Jewish festival of Shavuot, a swarm of stories and the purpose of story tellers. To read this week’s articles, go to:


https://www.syracuse.com/staff/interfaithcny/


Are you interested in being a contributing voice and author to CNY Inspirations? Contact the Community Engagement Manager at [email protected]