This annual service brings together leaders and members of nine faiths including Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism, Baha’i Faith, Hinduism and Jainism to offer prayers of thanksgiving and read sacred texts on thankfulness. This year, the theme of the service is “Building Relationships,” which was inspired by Mayor Sylvester Turner, who said of Houston, "In this city, we do not build walls, we build relationships. We recognize that in our diversity is our strength." All are welcome. A reception follows the program.Participating Communities Include:Covenant ChurchCongregation Emanu El HoustonIslamic Society of Greater HoustonThe Bahai’s of HoustonJade Buddha Temple/Texas Buddhist AssociationZoroastrian Association of HoustonArya Samaj Greater HoustonJVB Preksha Meditation Center HoustonThe Sikh National Center of Greater HoustonThis annual event was organized by the following committee members:George Atkinson, United MethodistAjit Giani, Baha'iBeth Kulkarni, HinduPhyllis harris, JewishSwatantra Jain, JainVehishta Kaikobad, ZoroastrianJudy Jeng. BuddhistGarland Pohl, Catholic