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Multi-faith Prayers Kicked Off Earth Day 2015

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A multi-faith invocation launched Earth Day celebrations in Reno on April 26.

The invocation included Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish and Native American prayers focused on healthier environment and respecting the planet.

This over 20-year-old annual all-day free event at Reno’s Idlewild Park attracted thousands of people from all over the region in Nevada and nearby California.

Dozens of non-profit groups participated in this event, which included a few hundred exhibits, various workshops, interactive activities, stages with live entertainment, arts and crafts, food and drinks, games and prizes.

Various themed areas formed part of the celebrations. The philosophy behind the “Earth Day” celebrations includes respect-protect-explore-engage in the Nature of the planet.

Earth Day organizers included Anastacia Sullivan and Heather Howell.

Religious leaders who prayed included Rigoberto Ruano Mireles (Roman Catholic), David L. Mathis (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints), Sherif A. Elfass (Muslim), Rajan Zed (Hindu), Shelley L. Fisher (Buddhist), Daniel R. Sanchez (Jewish) and Brian E. Melendez (Native American).

 

SOURCE: Rajan Zed.

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