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Remembering 9/11: Local Churches Plan Commemorative Events

Shiloh United Methodist Church and Crosswind Church will host special services Sunday.

Shiloh United Methodist Church Hope Sunday Service

This Sunday, Sept. 11, Shiloh United Methodist Church will be hosting a “Hope Sunday Service” to honor the victims of the 9/11 tragedy as well as thank, honor and support more than 20 local non-profit, law enforcement and emergency service organizations.

The Color Guard will present and memorial wreaths will be set up to honor the victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack.

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Close to 30 organizations will participate and each participating organization will be given the opportunity to make a few remarks. 

Pianist Clara Walsh will be performing three patriotic numbers along with Audrey Cimino, executive director of Community Foundation of Carroll County, and her husband Joe Cimino.

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Hill explains that this event is not to promote the church, but to support the service organizations in the community.

“We want to help connect those who need services with those who serve.” Kelly Hill, administrative board president of Shiloh U.M. Church said. “We hope to see a lot of faces come out.  We also hope this event will help people who want to volunteer but don’t know what their passion is.  They can learn about each organization, find their passion and learn how they can help.” 

More information about Shiloh United Methodist Church can be found on their website, www.shilohunitedmethodistchurch.net.

Event details: The event will be held at Shiloh United Methodist Church located at 3100 Shiloh Rd, Hampstead.  The service begins at 9 a.m. and it is open to the public.  There are no fees to attend.

Crosswind Church Prayer and Praise Service

Also on Sunday, Crosswind Church will host a special “Prayer and Praise” service to honor the tenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the nation.

According to a calendar description on the churches website this event will provide time for prayer, worship, reflection and response.  They encourage newcomers to attend and bring friends and family.

craigslist announcement posted by Crosswind Church reads:

“We know that 9/11 is a day that our nation will never forget, nor do we believe that it should be forgotten. However, in the midst of the tragedy and discoverable in the rubble we also believe there is HOPE. So... we will gather to NEVER FORGET... HOPE!”

For more information email Crosswind Church at info@mycrosswind.com or call 410-848-5537.

Event details: The service will be held at Crosswind Church located at 640 Lucabaugh Mill Road, Westminster, from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Weather permitting, the service will be held outside.

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