Sun 9/22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT
“Responding to the inmost longing of every heart to commune with its Maker, they carry out acts of collective worship in diverse settings, uniting with others in prayer, awakening spiritual susceptibilities, and shaping a pattern of life distinguished for its devotional character.”
—The Universal House of Justice
The organizers of the Hush Harbor Devotionals weekend program would like to invite you to experience this form of worship steeped in the rich tradition of the African American community.
“Hush Harbor, without apology or pretense, celebrates liberation: affirming that you are perfectly created just as you are. From a gentle whisper to a thunderous wave, voices entwine in a beautiful tapestry of sound. Attendees don’t just sing; they embody the music — dancing, finding the rhythm between the notes, and expressing themselves freely. Emotions flow unfettered, unconstrained by expectations. In this sacred space, people are profoundly moved — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Hush Harbor is more than a devotional; it’s a life-changing journey that transcends boundaries.”
—Jane Hamilton
“What’s so appealing with Hush Harbor is its unique ability to nourish both head and heart. By embracing love and creativity, it cultivates a deep sense of belonging among friends from diverse religious, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. “Truly”, a home away from home, Hush Harbor’s beauty resides in its soul-stirring environment.”
—Ormand O’Neal
“At Hush Harbor, spirits soar. People dance, sing, drum, cry, chant, and recite,
—Jacqueline Odess-Gillett
I get lifted to a higher place, and I always look forward to it with utmost anticipation.”
“For me, a Hush Harbor-inspired devotional means breaking free, unlearning traditional prayer methods, and giving myself permission to reconnect with my faith in a more spiritually-aligned way. This approach has no form, defying boundaries yet miraculously rooting itself in a core principle of our faith: the independent investigation of truth.”
—Reza Salazar
