Hope Takes Root

Plant trees, enjoy food & music, and build community in Lawrence. All are welcome! Sat, Sept 26, 10AM–2PM at Costello Park.

Hope takes root when we plant it together.

Join Groundwork Lawrence, Massachusetts Interfaith Power & Light, and the Interfaith Team for Hope Takes Root: Faith Communities United to Care for Creation, a day of tree planting, food, music, and fellowship at Costello Park in Lawrence.

Together, we'll plant trees that cool our neighborhoods, clean our air, and offer shade and beauty for generations to come. It's a hands-on way for churches, families, community members, and volunteers to put faith and hope into action, side by side.

What to expect:

• Plant trees (no experience needed, we'll show you how)
• Enjoy food and music
• Build community with neighbors from across Lawrence
• Everyone is welcome: churches, families, community members, and volunteers of all ages

Event details:

• Saturday, September 26, 2026 (Rain date: Saturday, October 3rd)
• 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · Volunteer check-in begins at 9:30 AM
• Costello Park, Lawrence, MA

What to bring: Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes you don't mind getting dirty, plus a reusable water bottle. We'll provide gloves, tools, and everything else you'll need.

Whatever your faith, background, or gardening experience, come dig in and help grow a greener, more hopeful future for Lawrence.

To volunteer or learn more: Javier Roche · jroche@massipl.org

Sponsored by Groundwork Lawrence, Massachusetts Interfaith Power & Light, and the Interfaith Team. Pray, Act, Mobilize for Climate Justice

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