From Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom, Reading City Church
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On Saturday, June 20, volunteers from Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom and Reading City Church will once again come together in a shared spirit of service during West Reading’s annual Art on the Avenue.
While the two faith communities come from different religious traditions, their members have found far more that unites them than divides them. Through friendship, cooperation, and a commitment to serving others, volunteers from both congregations are partnering to provide a welcoming and comfortable respite for families and visitors attending one of the region’s most popular summer events.
Located at Reading City Church, 644 Penn Ave., West Reading, volunteers will offer (for free to the public):
- Complimentary cold refreshments to help visitors stay cool.
- Multiple bounce houses for children.
- Kid-friendly games and activities.
- Air-conditioned indoor space for families seeking relief from the summer heat.
- A welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds and beliefs.
“Arts on the Avenue is a wonderful celebration of community, creativity, and connection,” said organizers from both congregations. “By working together, we hope to demonstrate that despite our differences in worship and tradition, we share common values of kindness, hospitality, service, and love for our neighbors. We look forward to welcoming everyone who stops by.”
The collaboration between Reform Congregation Oheb Sholom and Reading City Church has become a meaningful example of interfaith partnership in Berks County, showing how people from different backgrounds can work side by side to strengthen the community they share.
