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The Oneonta Community Interfaith Thanksgiving Service will be held at the Parish of St. Mary, 39 Walnut St., on Tuesday, November 24, at 7:30 p.m.

Father Christopher Welch of the Parish of St. Mary will host the service. Dan Buttermann, mayor of the City of Oneonta, will deliver remarks. The message will be given by Father Ivan Ruiz-Swartz, rector of St. James’ Episcopal Church of Oneonta. Other participants will include organist John Jurgensen, Roger Chauveron, Jishin Liz Robson, Deacon Paul Cerosaletti, and Rev. Randolph Palada.

An interfaith choir will sing “Now Thank We All Our God” by Michael Praetorius, led by Carolyn McMaster. All are welcome to sing in the choir, with a rehearsal at 6:30 p.m. To indicate that you wish to sing with the choir, please send your contact information to organist John Jurgensen (johnjmouse@gmail.com) by November 3; the music and a practice recording will be sent to you. Choir robes will not be worn.

Donations of money and non-perishable food are requested. Note that no collection plate will be passed – place monetary donations in the donation box at the entrance to the sanctuary, with checks made out to the Oneonta Interfaith Committee. Donated food and money will be distributed to the Oneonta food pantries: Your Safe Haven, St. Mary’s, and the Salvation Army.

A reception with refreshments will follow the service.