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.
The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is an 8-hour program appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions. The adult course teaches a 5-step action plan for how […]
Do you want to free yourself from the shackles of your stress, tension, and traumas so that you have the freedom to choose and create your own reality? If so, then Somatic Breathwork can help you to do just that. This inward journey allows your body to release stuck energy – all by simply using […]
Saturday, February 10, 3:00pm - 6:00pm (Snow date February 17) The meal includes spaghetti with homemade meat or meatless sauce, salad or applesauce, breadsticks, desserts and beverage (iced tea, lemonade, water, coffee), eat in or carryout. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 11 years old, and free under the […]
In February, we will hear from Brianne Tesla Bearese, MA, LCPC, CPLC, Founder and Director of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness of Washington County, MD. Pregnancy and infant loss affect many families in our community in ways we may not be aware of. Join us to learn about the support and resources in our area […]
Tuesdays at 4:15 -5:15pm Followed by a meal at 5:30 February 13 - March 19 Powerful personal testimonies presented weekly. Hear stories of addiction and struggle to recovery. Community voices, programs, resources, and peer support presented and coordinated by David Washington, LCADC, LCSW-C, AD/PC Sup., Wash Co Health Dept. Alicia Le Bon, Sr. Community Outreach […]
Tuesdays at 4:15 -5:15pm Followed by a meal at 5:30 February 13 - March 19 Earn it, Plan It, Save It is a financial education class successfully offered throughout the community by REACH. It is facilitated by Ladetra Robinson, Financial Literacy Success Coach. Link to registration: https://www.otterumc.org/gracegrazegrow Download a flyer here
Limited Space / Register by Monday, February 12 / LOVE OFFERING Show your love this Valentine's Day – Let us help you show your love with that someone special, as you renew vows. We will provide the ordained Minister, Chapel, recorded music and ceremony provided on a donation-based offering. For more information and to reserve your time, contact Rev. […]
Reach is hosting a Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) event on February 24, 2024. We want to raise awareness and raise critical funds to continue making an impact in Washington County. We are looking for Team Captains, Sponsors, and walkers to join us for the Coldest Night of the Year and would love your […]
The Saint John’s Concert Series Presents Elizabeth and Raymond Chenault in a Concert of Organ Duets Works of Philip Moore, Richard Shephard. Naji Hakim, Nicholas White, Melinda Lee Clark, Charles Callahan, and David Briggs will be performed. The program may be viewed live at facebook.com/stjohnshagerstown, after the service on the church’s website (www.stjohnshagerstown.org) under the […]
The Saint John’s Concert Series Presents Evensong for Lent with the Parish Choir Featuring the North American premiere of Brian Cotterill’s “Preces and Responses”, Ralph Vaughan Williams’ “Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in C”, William Dawson’s “There Is a Balm in Gilead”, and “The Great Litany” The program may be viewed live at facebook.com/stjohnshagerstown, after the […]
Beginning T'ai Chi at Otterbein United Methodist Church. Join them for a 6-week session on Wednesday evenings from 5 - 6 p.m. Session begins February 28 and runs until April 10 (They will not meet on March 27 during Holy Week) Suggested donation: $30.00 ($5.00/class; scholarships available). Download a flyer
Chair Yoga at Otterbein United Methodist Church. Join them for a 6-week session on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Session begins February 29 and runs until April 11 (They will not meet on March 28 during Holy Week) Suggested donation: $30.00 ($5.00/class; scholarships available). Download Flyer here.
Join Church Women United to Celebrate World Day of Prayer. Program begins at 11:00 followed by a sampling of Palestine foods. Written by Christian Women of Palestine who are calling us to connect with the land from where Jesus came; where he was born, ministered and died – and from where our faith began and […]
In response to requests for an earlier shopping date, this year Zion is opening the Cinderella Shop for each of the 5 Saturdays in March from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. As before all dresses are $25 each paid in cash or by check to REACH. All proceeds go directly to REACH of Washington County. […]
Let the Spirit Move You! A day of exploration, creativity and connection! Jennie Avila, a well-known artist and teacher in the area, begins the day with igniting the ‘Creative Spark’ in a meditative art project. No experience necessary and materials are provided. In the afternoon, Dr. Lyle Wilson will introduce Wu Ji or Primordial Qigong: […]
Nurture your new growth. Use fun collage method and journal prompts to help you live into your best self this Spring. All materials provided. Program is spiritual and ecumenical, made possible through a parish gift to the community. Pastor Julie Brigham is a certified Soul Collage facilitator. For information, call 240-405-2173.
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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