#55 in 101 Places You Gotta See Before You're 12!
"Most kids would agree that what the world needs now is a little more peace and understanding. But what can a kid do, and how can you start? Well, you can start by getting to know people who are different from you so you can better understand their culture or beliefs. Visit a place of worship that's different from your own to find out what it's all about. Attend a service or ask your host to explain the symbols, rituals, and beliefs to you. One of the most surprising things you'll probably learn is that we all have a lot more in common than we think."
A few places of worship:
Shri Swaminarayan (Hindu) Mandir (Additional visitor guidelines--You will be asked to remove your shoes; Tank tops, shorts, short skirts, cell phones, and photography are not permitted)
Chung Mei Buddhist Temple
Villa de Matel Convent (Arrange for a visit by contacting the Sisters of Charity of The Incarnate Word)
Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Church
Chapel of St. Basil
Byzantine Fresco Chapel Museum
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Live Oak Friends (Quaker) Meeting House
The Painted Churches of Fayette County
Congregation Beth Israel SynagogueCongregation Beth Yesherun Synagogue
Congregation Emanu El Temple
A mosque
101 Places You Gotta See Before You're 12! by Joanne O'Sullivan
Orange Show Eyeopener "Places of Worship" Tours
Houston Historical Tours
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