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Spirituality and Religious Life at RIT cultivates engaged and vibrant religious, secular, and spiritual communities on campus that explore deep questions of purpose, meaning, and value.

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity! Christians celebrate the mystery of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - three pers...
05/31/2026

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity! Christians celebrate the mystery of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit - three persons in one divine essence. This feast honors the central doctrine of Christianity and God's self-revelation. A day to contemplate divine love and unity. 🙏💙

🌟💙 Last week honored the Declaration of the Báb! Bahá'ís commemorate when the Báb declared his mission to the first beli...
05/29/2026

🌟💙 Last week honored the Declaration of the Báb! Bahá'ís commemorate when the Báb declared his mission to the first believer in Shiraz, Iran (1844). This event marks the beginning of the Bahá'í era. The Báb's message prepared the way for Bahá'u'lláh's revelation. Work is suspended on this holy day. 🙏✨

🕊️ Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh - a solemn day of mourning. Bahá'ís commemorate the passing of Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of t...
05/28/2026

🕊️ Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh - a solemn day of mourning. Bahá'ís commemorate the passing of Bahá'u'lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith, who ascended in 1892. Gatherings are held at 3 AM (the time of his passing) for prayers and readings. Work is suspended. A day of reflection, remembrance, and devotion. 🙏✨

📜🌾 Over last weekend, Jews marked the occasion of Shavuot! They celebrate receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai seven weeks...
05/27/2026

📜🌾 Over last weekend, Jews marked the occasion of Shavuot! They celebrate receiving the Torah at Mount Sinai seven weeks after the Exodus from Egypt. This festival also marks the spring harvest. Traditions include all-night Torah study, eating dairy foods, reading the Book of Ruth, and decorating with greenery. A joyful celebration of God's revelation. ✡️✨

☁️✝️ On May 14, Christians commemorated the Solemnity of the Ascension! Christians celebrate Jesus's ascension into heav...
05/27/2026

☁️✝️ On May 14, Christians commemorated the Solemnity of the Ascension! Christians celebrate Jesus's ascension into heaven 40 days after his resurrection. Before ascending, Jesus commissioned his disciples to spread the Gospel and promised the Holy Spirit would come. This feast celebrates Christ's glorification and his continuing presence with believers. 🙏✨

🙏🏔️ The Saga Dawa Festival Continues! Tibetan Buddhists celebrate the most sacred month, honoring Buddha's birth, enligh...
05/26/2026

🙏🏔️ The Saga Dawa Festival Continues! Tibetan Buddhists celebrate the most sacred month, honoring Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana. Pilgrims circle sacred sites, make offerings, and practice generosity. Merit accumulated during this month is believed to be multiplied. A powerful time of devotion and spiritual practice. 🕉️✨

🙏🌸 This past month, many celebrated Buddha Jayanti! Buddhists and Hindus celebrated the birth, enlightenment, and parini...
05/26/2026

🙏🌸 This past month, many celebrated Buddha Jayanti! Buddhists and Hindus celebrated the birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana of the Buddha. This sacred day involves temple visits, prayers, acts of kindness, and meditation. Devotees reflect on Buddha's teachings of compassion, wisdom, and the path to liberation.

🐑🌙 Eid Mubarak! Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, honors Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obe...
05/26/2026

🐑🌙 Eid Mubarak! Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, honors Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Muslims worldwide sacrifice animals, distribute meat to family, friends, and those in need, perform prayers, and gather in celebration. A time of devotion, charity, and community. 🕌✨

🕋🙏 Day of Arafah! The holiest day in Islam, when Hajj pilgrims stand at Mount Arafat seeking Allah's mercy and forgivene...
05/25/2026

🕋🙏 Day of Arafah! The holiest day in Islam, when Hajj pilgrims stand at Mount Arafat seeking Allah's mercy and forgiveness. Prophet Muhammad delivered his Final Sermon here. Muslims worldwide fast and pray, believing this day atones for sins of the past and coming year. 🌙✨

Today, we honor and remember the brave souls who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us ...
05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave souls who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the cost of freedom and the importance of community, compassion, and hope.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, may we also pause to reflect with gratitude for those who served and never returned home.

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Schmitt Interfaith Center, 40 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester, NY
14623

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 8:30pm
Sunday 8:30am - 8:30pm

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+15854755932

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