Peoples Congregational United Church of Christ (Peoples Church) in Washington, DC, is a vibrant community with a wide range of activities aimed at fostering faith, community service, and justice work. The church hosts weekly hybrid worship services and Sunday school, and it engages members with a variety of spiritual programs, such as teleconference praise and worship, Bible studies, and prayer meetings. Peoples Church is also deeply involved in justice and social action, with projects like the Justice and Witness Action Network-DC (JWAN-DC) team, which supports the homeless through donations and advocacy. Furthermore, the church recently participated in the United Church of Christ’s General Synod, focusing on anti-racism efforts and confronting white supremacy.

The “Day of Remembrance” event focused on honoring victims of violence, particularly gun violence. Community members, families, and faith leaders gathered to remember lost loved ones and advocate for the reduction of gun violence in local communities. Through prayer and reflection, the event underscored the importance of healing and collective action to prevent future tragedies and support survivors. The event was a deeply emotional and spiritual gathering, aimed at strengthening community resilience and solidarity.