The Islamic Center of Long Island in Westbury hosted an interfaith day of thanks which included prayers read by leaders from the Christian, Jewish, and Muslim faiths. Prominent speakers included Bishop William Murphy, Assemblywomen Michelle Schimel of Great Neck, and a representative of Senator Kirsten Gillibrand. The purpose was to highlight a wish for peace and harmony among the various people of faith in our society during the Thanksgiving holiday. I went to represent the LI Interfaith Environment Network (LIIEN.org),  and several members of my committee were there. It was an inspiring occasion, and I wish the spirit of solidarity there could spread to the places in the world where hostility unfortunately runs so deep.