Our hearts break for the Islamic Center of San Diego, the victims and families impacted by this act of violence, and Muslims everywhere as they prepare to celebrate Eid al-Adha later this month.
All Americans have a right to worship and practice their faith safely, without intimidation or fear of violence. Attacks on the religious freedom of Muslim Americans are on the rise in this country. Anti-Muslim hate, like all forms of hate targeting people on the basis of their beliefs and identities, is unacceptable.
The young perpetrators of this horrific crime made plain how the pervasive influence of online extremism inspires such violence. While this horrific shooting is still being investigated, the Joplin Interfaith Coalition calls on all people of faith in our community to denounce the rampant hate speech and misinformation that have unfortunately brought us to this point. We also call for greater public funding to protect mosques and all houses of worship, and for initiatives designed to prevent hate crimes. Through solidarity and partnership, we can build a vibrant multi-faith democracy in which all people are safe to worship and thrive.
John Anderson, First Presbyterian Church
Colleen Carroll, Sojourners Christian Church
Imam Lahmuddin, Islamic Society of Joplin
John Metcalf, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Bradly Shelby, Buddhist Community
Paul Teverow, United Hebrew Congregation
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An initiative to promote understanding and fellowship
among the different religious communities of Joplin and vicinity.
We also bring together people
of different faiths to engage in community service projects.
04/29/2026
The Joplin Interfaith Coalition packed 561 Snack Packs this morning! Thank you, friends!! 💙🧡💙
04/26/2026
Our March 28 Bake Sale raised $17,000 for Solace House of the Ozarks. Our leadership team presented the check at the start of our April 25 panel session. Many thanks to all who donated, prepared foods for, and worked the Bake Sale.
03/25/2026
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11/08/2025
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🌟 Raise Families Food Drive — We Need Your Help! 🌟
Together, we can make sure every family has food on the table this season.
Please drop off items by November 18th.
If you are not local to our area, and want to help contribute, here is the PayPal link to do so. https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3281352
11/08/2025
🌟 Raise Families Food Drive — We Need Your Help! 🌟
Together, we can make sure every family has food on the table this season.
Please drop off items by November 18th.
If you are not local to our area, and want to help contribute, here is the PayPal link to do so. https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/3281352
10/29/2025
Thanks to Sahar and her crew of volunteers for showing how people of different faiths can work together to serve their community.
Big thanks to our friends at the Joplin Interfaith Coalition! 💙🧡💙 They packed 493 Snack Packs that will help feed our food-insecure students over the weekend. We are grateful!
04/25/2025
The Joplin Interfaith Coalition packed 537 Snack Packs in about 40 minutes! It was incredible!! Thank you, friends!! 💙🧡💙
03/14/2025
Medical Loan Closet of Joplin receives funds from bake sale BY ROGER [email protected] Surrounded by food and friends, t
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