Hagerstown Area Religious Council
The Hagerstown Area Religious Council (HARC) is a coalition of churches and houses of faith in the Hagerstown area of Washington County.
Choral Evensong for the Sunday after All Saints’ Day. Congregational singing, choral music by Charles Wood and Eric Thiman. Organ music by Louis Vierne and Theodore Salome. Officiant for the service, The Rev. Todd Young. On-site and live streamed.
The Rev. A. Katherine Grieb, Ph.D from Virginia Theological Seminary will guest speak about the joys and benefits of the important partnership of church musicians and clergy. Area church musicians and clergy are invited to attend. The event is sponsored by the Cumberland Valley Chapter of the American Guild of Organists.
We are delighted to welcome representatives from Reach and Community Action Council (CAC) for our November HARC meeting program. Jeannie Asbury, Executive Director of Reach, will share about current challenges and needs as they serve homeless and people in crisis in our community. Reach is an affiliate member of HARC and many of our houses […]
Caring for a loved one is often a physically and emotionally draining experience. Stress, exhaustion and burnout are quite common. If not addressed, it can take a toll on one’s health, relationships and emotional well-being. This free Facebook Live Event will explore the importance of self-care and discuss coping mechanisms and mindfulness techniques to help better […]
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Michelle Lundy, harp Tsuna Sakamoto, viola, Carole Bean, flute Artists from the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, DC, will present selections from a variety of periods and styles. Download flyer for full fall series
HARC is pleased to once again offer a unique and uplifting interfaith service, welcoming all members of the community to join together in giving thanks. Enjoy special music, readings and reflections from different faith traditions, and an opportunity to reflect on gratitude in our own lives. The service is free and open to the public. […]
For many of us the holiday season is hectic. For those who provide primary care to others however, the holidays can bring an increased level of stress. A recognition that we cannot do it all is often what is needed during this time. This informative Facebook Live discussion by Brook Lane therapist Michelle Smith will […]
Stas Ziolkowski & Fanny Crawford Share "An Evening About Joy, Darkness and Light" Stas shares a triptych of stories from his youth and early days of performing. Fanny portrays her great-grandfather T.H. Barnes in his 93rd year, as he celebrates the communities that nurtured him as a child, with new stories about the individuals who […]
This annual event is FREE and open to the public. A wonderful opportunity to see the interiors of historic downtown Hagerstown houses of worship. Learn about the architecture and ecumenical heritage from docents and guides. Music, refreshments and local art will be featured at some locations.
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