Event Summary:
The event, organized by the Pacifica Institute, aimed to foster interfaith connections within the community. It commenced with a welcoming speech, followed by Mark Curry’s discourse on community cohesion representing the Orange County Interfaith Network. Imam Kamil Satır then highlighted the significance of Ramadan for the Muslim faith. Farrah Khan, Mayor of Irvine City, took the stage to share her insights, followed by representatives from the Jewish, Christian, and Hindu faiths, namely Marcia Thilchin, Tom Thorkelson. A video presentation by Pacifica added to the program’s depth. The event concluded with a call to prayer led by Kamil Satır. Dom Jones- UN Orange County Ambassador gave the finishing remarks. Through these speeches and presentations, the event successfully promoted understanding and appreciation among diverse religious communities.
