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“A community of volunteers working to promote understanding among diverse faith communities through learning , dialogue, collaboration and service.”
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“By openness to another, we become more deeply ourselves, and in the process, we find that the other is not a stranger, but a brother.”
Thomas Merton
SIC Activities
Our activities bring people of diverse faiths and backgrounds together for a common purpose. Programs include Interfaith Thanksgiving Services, Prayer Walks, International Day of Peace celebrations, interfaith visits, community meals, environmental initiatives such as plastic bag recycling drives and much more.
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Thanksgiving in the time of Covid
When the lockdown silenced gathering halls and separated neighbors, the Spring Interfaith Council carried its annual Thanksgiving Service into the digital space. Many faith traditions joined together in a shared expression of gratitude, hope and community. Though physically apart, the event revealed the desire of the human spirit to forge bonds even in a season of hardship.
Houston Chronicle Jan 18 2021
“Today, the council — made of over 15 faith communities — spreads its message through its tagline “united for understanding.” Agafitei said their focus is providing opportunities for learning, dialogue, collaboration, and service” Correspondent Alvaro Montaño
Community Impact Nov 28 2025
“I’ve been here five years, and I’m just grateful to break down barriers, break down walls, and even within my own faith, look inward,” Spring Interfaith Vice Chair Diane Hunt said. “It has strengthened my faith as I’ve celebrated other faiths.” Correspondent Jovanna Aguilar
Houston Chronicle February 4 2022
Together We Dine: Creating a dialogue as Interfaith dinners go virtual….”Usually, about 70 or 80 guests gather at a host’s home to share a simple vegetarian dinner and deep discussion about faith and current issues. The ground rule is no proselytizing; just listen and learn.” Correspondent Lindsay Peyton