Humans are yet to understand the true spirit of religion. In an ancient temple, a number of pigeons lived on the roof. When renovation of the temple began before the annual temple festival the pigeons relocated to a nearby Church. The pigeons already nesting in the Church happily accommodated the migrants.

When Christmas was nearing, the Church was given a facelift, All the pigeons had to look for another place. They found shelter in a Mosque nearby, The pigeons in the Mosque welcomed them. Then it was Ramadan time and the Mosque was to be repainted, All the pigeons now came back to the same ancient temple.

One day the pigeons on the rooftop could see communal clashes below in the market square.

A baby pigeon asked his mother, “Who are these people?”  The mother replied; they are “Human beings.” The baby asked, “Why are they fighting with each other…?”

The mother replied ” Humans who come to this temple to worship are ‘Hindus’, those going to Church are ‘Christians,’ and the people who go to Mosque are ‘Muslims’. The Baby pigeon was confused, “Why is it so? When we were in the Temple we were Pigeons, when we were in the church we remained Pigeons and when we were in the Mosque, we were were still called Pigeons. Similarly aren’t they’Humans’ wherever they go?”

The mother Pigeon said, “You, me and all our Pigeon friends have experienced the true spirit of God which is why we are live together peacefully.
Most humans are yet to experience God. Which is why they fight and kill each other.”

No wonder Pigeons are a universal symbol of peace.

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Follow GNB as we visit the United Nations headquarters to attend the 2025 World Leader Summit of Peace and Love, celebrating the first ever International Day of Hope. Hosted by our friends at the Federation of World Peace and Love (FOWPAL)

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For Immediate Release: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Media Contact: Casey Vattimo, 518-470-9909, cvattimo@nyso.org

SPECIAL OLYMPICS NEW YORK AND JERSEY MIKE’S TEAM UP FOR
TODAY’S DAY OF GIVING 

100% of Day’s Proceeds at Participating Locations to Benefit Local Athletes

New York, NY – Special Olympics New York is pleased to announce that 41 Jersey Mike’s Subs locations around the state will participate in today’s Day of Giving campaign. Participating restaurants will donate 100 percent of the day’s sales to the athletes of Special Olympics New York.

“Jersey Mike’s is a true champion of champions. Every dollar spent at partner locations today will help change lives for people with intellectual differences,” said Special Olympics New York President & CEO Stacey Hengsterman. “Our athletes, families, and supporters look forward to celebrating inclusion on this special day.”

Please find a list of participating locations in the Central, New York City, Long Island, and Genesee Regions at this link. Members of the media are cordially invited to attend.

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About Special Olympics New York

Special Olympics New York is the largest state chapter in the country, serving more than 42,000 athletes across New York with year-round sports training, athletic competition, and health screenings. The organization also partners with more than 200 schools statewide to offer Unified Sports, where students with and without disabilities compete as teammates. All Special Olympics New York programs are offered at no cost to athletes, their families or caregivers. The organization has earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar.com, making it one of the most trusted charities in the business nationally. For additional information about Special Olympics New York, to learn more about getting involved, or to make a donation, visit www.specialolympicsNY.org.

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Ugoji Adanma Eze, Esq., PhD , earned her law degree in London and is a barrister-at-law of the Honorable Society of Grays Inn, London. Barrister Eze is a skilled producer of events and programs at the United Nations Head Quarters in New York , who speaks on US National and Cybersecurity ; Climate Change ; Global Health ; Water disasters ; women in entrepreneurship and sustainable development. Barrister Eze recently conceptualized and moderated a virtual High Level meeting at the United Nations , New York on : “ Building Back Better : Risk- Informed COVID -19 Recovery And Rehabilitation And Strengthening Resilience To Climate Change – Related Disasters In Africa And The Caribbean.”
On the margins of the 2021 United Nations Food Systems Summit . Barrister Eze hosted a virtual event on Food Insecurity and Artificial Intelligence : “ The Role Of Artificial Intelligence In Achieving Food Security In The Post COVID-19 Era : Investing In A Safe , Nutritious And Climate -Resilient Food System “
Ugoji Adanma Eze, Esq.,PhD ., is a leading counter terrorism expert providing analysis and information on the rise of terrorism globally and a noted national security analyst. Her areas of expertise are cyber-security and global counter terrorism; International Human Rights Law; European Data and Privacy Law; International Criminal Law; and combatting anti-Semitism and related intolerance.
In 2014 , Barrister Eze hosted an event at the United Nations in response to the emergence of Antisemitism and related intolerance in Euroupe : “ Antisemitism : A Threat To International Peace And Security “
Barrister Eze is an author on National Security her recent book is :” Reaffirming US Commitment To refugees A challenge To Security And Engagement ‘ and has written an article in the Journal of educational leadership and policy studies, Southern Connecticut State University, School of Education , Department of Educational Leadership and policy studies : “ Autism in Africa : The Critical Need For life Saving Awareness. ”
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Ugoji Adanma Eze, Esq., PhD holds memberships in the following organizations: The Honorable Society of Grays Inn, London; the International Association of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists, the New York City Bar Association.
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Chanukah on Ice NYC is back at Wollman Rink!

(December –, 2022)—

From its inception in 2008, Chanukah on Ice NYC has become a treasured holiday tradition for Jewish families in Central Park’s beautiful Wollman Rink.

Chabad Family Programs is once again hosting Chanukah on Ice NYC, on the 2nd night of Chanukah, Monday, December 19, 2022.

“Chanukah on Ice NYC is an opportunity for Jewish families to celebrate together the joyous and positive messages of the holiday,” Sarah Alevsky, coordinator of Chanukah on Ice NYC explains, “ and particularly now when being Jewish can seem scary and fraught to our kids, it feels really important to host a party that is an unapologetic celebration of who we are.”

Skaters will enjoy the experience of skating to the sounds of Chanukah festive music, together with the signature Dreidel mascots spinning on the ice.

At 7:30 pm the giant ice Menorah carved by ice artisan Bill Bywater will be lit in a moving ceremony. Israeli Olympic skater Hailey Kops will be on hand to help light the Menorah, and Ta Shma orchestra will bring their live music to the celebration as everyone will join in to sing the traditional blessings and prayers.

Skate rental and complimentary kosher food and beverages are included in the admission fee.

TIME: 6 -9 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2022.

PLACE: Wollman Rink in Central Park, in NYC, located near the 59th or Central Park South entrances.

For more information and to reserve, visit www.chanukahonicenyc.com.

Admission when reserving online is $28. At the door, admission is $35.

Under three is free.

Special group rates are available. Please call Sarah Alevsky at (212) 864-5010 ext 114 for more information. Sponsorships welcome!

Chanukah on Ice is a project of Chabad Family Programs, a division of Chabad of the West Side, in partnership with Chabad Centers throughout the city.

ABOUT THE SPONSORING ORGANIZATION

Chabad of the West Side offers Jewish education, outreach and social services programming for families and individuals of all ages, backgrounds and affiliations.

For more information, visit www.chabadwestside.org

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ICDAY live event will start in 8 hours! Remember to join us to celebrate FOWPAL International Love and Peace Day & UN International Day of Democracy at 3 pm GMT today.

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