Where We Gather
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We Gather at an Islamic Mosque
A Place In Our Community
by Golriz Golkar
Part of the Where We Gather series
More than 1.5 billion people follow Islam. They worship, meet, and hold special occasions at their local mosque. Some mosques are huge and elaborate, while others are small and plain. But regardless of their size, they play a vital role in bringing the community together. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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We Gather at a Christian Church
A Place In Our Community
by Lisa J. Amstutz
Part of the Where We Gather series
People of all ages gather inside a church. They follow Christianity and worship the word of God together. Churches may be simple and small or huge with thousands of members. Some have schools where people study and kitchens where people make and share food. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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We Gather at a Jewish Synagogue
A Place In Our Community
by Emily Raij
Part of the Where We Gather series
People who practice Judaism are called Jews, and they worship in synagogues. These holy places are both places to pray and places to learn. People gather on Shabbat, but also on holidays and during celebrations. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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We Gather at a Sikh Gurdwara
A Place In Our Community
by Jasneet Kaur
Part of the Where We Gather series
People who practice the Sikh religion worship in a gurdwara. The word means "door to the Guru." The Gurus were important religious leaders. Anyone can come inside a gurdwara, regardless of their religion. Sikhs believe that everyone is equal. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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We Gather at a Buddhist Temple
A Place In Our Community
by Sarah Shey
Part of the Where We Gather series
Buddhism is the fourth-largest religion in the world, and the people who follow it are called Buddhists. Buddhists pray at home or at temples. Temples can be small and plain or large and elaborate. But all are places for peace. Temples bring people closer to Buddha and to each other. People gather for blessings, holy days, and celebrations. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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We Gather at a Hindu Mandir
A Place In Our Community
by Lisa J. Amstutz
Part of the Where We Gather series
Hindu mandirs are places of worship. People who follow the Hindu way of life gather to pray and celebrate. Some mandirs are small and simple. Others are large and elaborate. People enter through a gate or a tower. Shrines line the walls. Mandirs are places of peace and places to learn. An activity is included to help kids extend their learning.
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