Mayor’s Interfaith Council to Host Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and Food Drive

Evansville, Ind. - November 9, 2026- Residents are invited to come together in a spirit of gratitude and service as the Mayor's Interfaith Council hosts its annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service on Wednesday, November 18, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at St. Benedicts Cathedral, 1328 Lincoln Ave, Evansville, IN 47714.

The evening will feature readings, prayers and reflections from representatives of different faith traditions and congregations throughout Evansville. All community members are welcome, regardless of faith background or affiliation.

The service will also include a food drive organized by the Interfaith Council in partnership with Tri-State Food Bank. Community members are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items or make a donation directly to the Tri State Food Bank, a Feeding America partner food bank, to support families in need.

"Evansville is a community made up of people with different backgrounds, beliefs, and traditions, but we share a responsibility to look out for one another," said Mayor Terry. "I'm thankful for the faith leaders and community partners who help bring people together through this service. We have another opportunity to turn that spirit of gratitude into action by helping make sure our neighbors have access to the food and essentials they need."

The Interfaith Thanksgiving Service is free and open to the public. Community members are encouraged to attend and participate in the food drive.