One Voice To Reduce Poverty in Rhode Island
An Interfaith Vigil
On January 5, 2010, the Rhode Island Interfaith Coalition held a second annual vigil at the Rhode Island State House Rotunda to offer support for state elected officials on the opening day of the 2010 legislative session. Members of the Interfaith Coalition, faith leaders, community members and youth gathered to advocate for measures to reduce poverty. View the Coalition's Poverty Fact Sheet and watch a video clip of the event.

Rhode Island Interfaith Coalition Co-Chair Maxine Richman

Rhode Island Interfaith Coalition Co-Chair Reverend Betsy Garland

Reverend James Ford

Reverend James Miller

Swami Yogatmananda

Reverend Jeffery Williams

Micheal Mageau

Reverend Santiago Rodriguez

Hue Her

Sister Joyce Flowers

Sister Ann Keefe and
Reverend Dr. Donald Anderson

Reverend Jeffery Williams addresses Vigil attendees

Faith leaders and supporters gathered in the State House Rotunda