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IFFP - Interfaith Families Project

The core value of IFFP is respect – for each other, for Judaism and for Christianity. IFFP offers many programs to meet the varied needs of interfaith families.

The Interfaith Families Project of the Greater Washington, DC area is an independent community of interfaith families and others committed to sharing, learning about, and celebrating our Jewish and Christian traditions. Founded by four “founding moms” in 1995, the Interfaith Families Project has grown into a vibrant, active community of approximately 300 adults and children, one of the largest int

erfaith programs in the country. As a community, we celebrate, explore, question and enjoy both religious traditions equally. IFFP members neither reject our religious backgrounds nor seek a new religion that is a mixture of Christian and Jewish belief. Instead, we believe it is possible – and desirable – to honor our distinct religious traditions and to share those traditions with spouses, partners and children. Our community includes those who continue to practice a faith, and those who do not. Many IFFP parents have chosen not to select one religion for their children, but rather to instill in them an appreciation and understanding of both heritages. Other IFFP parents have chosen one religion for their children but want them to gain knowledge about both of their cultural heritages. Our community provides us with a sense of connection and support that is a valuable part of our experience as interfaith families. Our children form lasting relationships with children whose families are similar to their own. We adults care for each other, provoke and challenge each other, resource and inspire each other, and find many opportunities to laugh together. We have a weekly program on Sunday, which includes a gathering, Sunday school, and an adult group discussion. Throughout the year we sponsor special events such as High Holy Day services and a women's retreat, couples' workshops, and community service opportunities for members of all ages.

09/02/2026

Our IFFP children are ready to blast into the New Year!🍎🍯 Join us at our upcoming Rosh Hashanah services and hear the powerful sound of the shofar.

At IFFP, we cherish the many traditions and perspectives that make our community unique. These observances offer an opportunity to come together, deepen our connections, and create space for reflection, understanding, and shared celebration across faiths.

We warmly invite you to join us for our High Holy Day 2026/5787 Services:

•Friday, September 11 at 7:00pm - Erev Rosh Hashanah

•Saturday, September 12 at 10:00am -Rosh Hashanah

•Sunday, September 20 at 7:00pm - Kol Nidre

•Monday, September 21 at 10:00am -Yom Kippur

Our services welcome families and individuals looking for a meaningful, inclusive way to observe, connect, and grow together.

We hope you’ll celebrate and reflect with us during this special season.

09/01/2026

🙌 The Work of Our Hands 🙌

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first Gathering! You brought your hands, your hearts, your energy, and your presence — and together, you helped make our first Gathering so special.

On Sunday, we introduced our theme, “The Work of Our Hands,” a reminder that building community is something we do together. And what better way to begin than by gathering, sharing, creating, and strengthening community?

A huge thank you to our generous volunteers who helped with setup before the Gathering and cleanup afterward. Your work behind the scenes is an important part of what makes our community possible. 🙏

Want to lend a hand? We’d love volunteers to help with setup and cleanup before and after future Gatherings! There are lots of ways to pitch in, and every helping hand matters. See our Bulletin for the volunteer signup hub.

We look forward to seeing you at our High Holy Day services or at our next Gathering on September 27th.❤️

08/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Welcome Picnic! ☀️

We had such a wonderful time recconecting and catching up. It was the perfect way to kick off the year together!

And the fun doesn’t stop there! 🎉 We’d love to see you at our first Gathering this Sunday!

Stay up to date on upcoming events and Gatherings at iffp.org/calendar

08/25/2026

Reminder to register for Sunday School!

📍 Local Classes: Start this Sunday, August 30th!
💻 Virtual Classes: Start Sunday, September 27th.
ℹ️ Virtual Info Session: Sunday, August 30th at 11:00 AM

We are so excited to welcome your family back for another wonderful year of learning and growing together.

Want to enroll your child for the 2026–2027 year?

Completing your household’s annual pledge is how you notify us to add them to our classroom rosters.

👉 You can submit your 2026–2027 pledge by clicking here iffp.org/donate (then navigate to the dues and tuition pledge form)

❤️To everyone who has already completed their pledge—thank you so much for your continued support of our community! We can't wait to see you this weekend!

08/24/2026

THIS SUNDAY: Welcome Back to IFFP! 💛

Join us Sunday, September 30th at 10:00 AM at Saint Mark Presbyterian Church or on Zoom for our First Gathering of the Year!

This year, we’ll begin exploring our new theme, “The Work of Your Hands,” inviting us to reflect on what we create, nurture, and build together.

👉 ️ After Gathering: Stay with us for Continuing Education, a time to connect with one another and explore the theme more deeply.

👉11:00 AM: Local Sunday School returns! Virtual Sunday Sunday will begin on September 27th.

We’re so glad to begin another year together.

Check out all of our upcoming Gatherings and events at iffp.org/calendar

08/21/2026

Nats Game Fun! ⚾

IFFP folks had a blast at the Nats game on August 8th—and the fun isn’t over yet!

Join us for our second Nats game outing on August 29th! 🙌

36 IFFPers already have tickets, but if you didn’t request one and don’t want to miss out, there may still be a way to join the group. Email [email protected], and we’ll connect you with the organizer, who can probably help you get seats adjacent to—or very close to—the group.

Let’s go, Nats!

08/19/2026

The time has come! 🎉

Join us for a relaxed afternoon with other interfaith families as we reconnect, catch up, and get ready for the year ahead!

📅 This Sunday, August 23
⏰ Noon
📍 Lone Oak Brewing Co. — Olney, MD
🌳 Meet near the playground

Food and drinks will be available for purchase, with local food trucks usually on-site. You’re also welcome to bring your own food—just no coolers or outside restaurant food, please.

All ages welcome! Come spend a Sunday afternoon with friends, old and new. We’d love to see you there!

08/11/2026

Join us for the High Holy Day 2026/5787 services, where we celebrate the rich tapestry of our diverse traditions. At IFFP, we believe in fostering community and understanding among different faiths, especially during these significant observances. Our services provide an inclusive space for families seeking to connect and grow together.

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08/05/2026

Yesterday Rabbi Debbie published an opinion piece in the independent Jewish outlet The Forward, breaking down the recent Rabbinical Assembly's stance on interfaith marriage. You can read this op-ed by clicking this link http://forward.com/opinion/842786/conservative-rabbis-interfaith-weddings/?utm_source=Mailchimp&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=afternoonedition_20260805&utm_source=The+Forward+Association&utm_campaign=3bc6358ba9-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2025_07_23_02_11_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-8233cb7494-288551244 or by

07/31/2026

Yesterday I posted Rabbi Debbie's 2020 blog post about how the Jewish month of Av can be a time of transition, and it reminded me of my own blog post about transition times from around that time. As a graduate of IFFP's Coming of Age (COA) Sunday School program, I was invited to consider big questions of faith alongside other Interfaith classmates, and I wrote this blog post reflecting on my own Interfaith identity while transitioning to adulthood. Running IFFP's social media for the past few weeks inspired me to reflect back on it a few years later. You can read my post here: https://iffp.org/2020/07/06/reflections-on-interfaith-identity-from-a-coming-of-age-student/

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