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On Religious Freedom
IN THIS ISSUE:Freedom of Religion | Forum | Gathering of Blessings | Treasure Island Chapel | Dalai Lama in San Jose | Join the Interfaith Center | At the Presidio Chapel | Bay Area Interreligious Calendar | Special Opportunities | Subscription information
These are trying times for those who work hard to develop relationships of understanding and trust among the diverse religious traditions of this nation. In recent weeks, we have seen the spectacle surrounding the proposed Muslim community center in New York City. Similar anti-Muslim actions that are taking place in Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Temecula, California; and Gainesville, Florida have made it clear that many Americans do not believe that Muslims should enjoy the same religious freedoms as others in our land.
ICP Director Paul Chaffee writes:
The rhetorical violence currently focused on Islam proves again that American Constitutional protection is inadequate by itself to save us from religious bigotry and nasty public behavior. The religious freedom provided by the First Amendment is one of our nation’s premier achievements, admired everywhere. Yet we regularly fail to live up to its vision.
In reflecting on the current turmoil, Paul and other local interfaith leaders consistently call us back to the task of building bridges, fostering mutual understanding and appreciation, and standing firmly in the religious freedom which is grounded in our constitution.
It is important to speak out against evil. . . .But how much better to spend our time living out and extolling true virtues, walking in the ways of true goodness, realizing what tools we might need to build the beloved community, that which is needed to carry us whole through whatever awaits us in the future.
[Brian Stein-Webber, Interfaith Center of Contra Costa County]
The current frenzy reaffirms for me the fundamental importance of interfaith, interreligious, multicultural work for the well-being of our nation and world.
[Carol Hovis, Marin Interfaith Council]
This could become a time for Americans of fairness and goodwill to take the time to listen and to learn from people in the interreligious community and from Muslims themselves about the importance, the variety, and the beauty of this second largest religion in the world.
[Bill Lesher, Past President, Council for a Parliament of the World's Religions]
This kind of raging as well as the furor over a Muslim cultural center-Cordova House-near the World Trade Site demonstrate how easily people can be drawn away from the real problems we face, transferring their own frustration, pain and confusion into dangerous combustible material.
[Rev. Chuck Rawlings, Council of Churches of Santa Clara County]
You can read the full statements on the ICP website. This year's Gathering of Blessings on October 3 will focus on the blessings of religious freedom afforded by the Constitution. As Paul notes, "It is a precious, sacred heritage, for all of us, the necessary groundwork for a world at peace."
INTERFAITH DIALOGUE ON FORUM. The August 29th edition of Forum on radio KQED in San Francisco featured an interview with Board Chair Rita Semel and several other local interfaith leaders: Bishop William Swing (United Religions Initiative), Heng Sure (Berkeley Buddhist Monastery), and Munir Jiwa (Center for Islamic Studies at the Graduate Theological Union). The interview with host Michael Krasny concerned the role of religion in modern American society and about their work building dialogue between faiths. You can hear the broadcast online at www.kqed.org/a/forum/R201008231000
A GATHERING OF BLESSINGS, OCTOBER 3. The Annual Gathering of Blessings convenes each year on the first Sunday in October, commemorating the founding of the Interfaith Center. This year it will take place on Sunday, October 3, at 4:30 pm in the Presidio Chapel. The theme, "Reclaiming the First Amendment,."is timely in light of recent developments on the American religious landscape. We will share in blessings from different traditions, hear reflections on religious freedom and its implications for us all, and enjoy special music. Watch for more details as they become available.
 SAVE THE TREASURE ISLAND CHAPEL. Did you know that the Presidio Chapel has a "sister" chapel on Treasure Island, which once served the sailors stationed at the Naval base there. ICP Director Rev. Paul Chaffe and Board Chair Rita Semel write a letter to the editor that was published in the San Francisco Chronicle in response to the previous article published on August 26, "Treasuring the island's lone chapel." They said, in part:
Multireligious inclusivity makes the Treasure Island Chapel, like the Interfaith Chapel in the Presidio, a rare kind of building. The news today, near and far, is full of religious conflict, anger, and intolerance. Multi-religious sanctuaries built by the military and increasingly spun off to civilian use, offer us hope. They daily demonstrate how friendly, healthy interreligious relationships are not only possible but a tool for forging lasting peace in the world.
 An effort is underway to spare the chapel, built in 1943, from redevelopment plans which threaten its current location. There are hopes that it can be moved to a new location and continue to serve the community. You can sign the petition at http://www.treasureislandsf.org/
Thanks to Jan Chaffee for the photos of the Treasure Island Chapel outside (above) and inside (right).
DALAI LAMA SPEAKING IN SAN JOSE. The Dalai Lama will be at the Convention Center in San Jose on Tuesday, October 12, 2010, teaching on Eight Verses on Transforming the Mind: Awakening the Heart of Compassion from 2:00 - 3:.30 pm. Following the teaching, there will be an interfaith gathering hosted by the Gyuto Vajrayana Center from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. This interfaith gathering provides an opportunity for people from a variety of faith traditions to share insights and ideas on His Holiness’ teaching with one another. Eminent teachers and scholars will offer initial reflections. A $15.00 registration fee covers the cost of snacks and beverages.
The Gyuto Center will underwrite all other costs for this event.
Everyone who attends His Holiness’ teaching is invited to register and join us in Ballroom A of the San Jose Convention Center.
Registration is limited to those who attend His Holiness' teaching and available on a first-come-first-served basis. Ordained Clergy from any faith tradition may receive a complimentary ticket to His Holiness’ teaching by completing the Registration Form for Interfaith Clergy on the Gyuto Center Website (see link below), but must register for the interfaith gathering. For more detailed information and a link for event registration, please visit: http://gyutocenter.org/events/dalai-lama-visit/post-teaching-interfaith-meeting.html
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Sunday, October 3, 2010, 4:30 pm
A Gathering of Blessings
Our annual gathering to celebrate the Interfaith Center will center on the theme "Reclaiming the First Amendment." We'll enjoy music, shared blessings, and speakers on the importance of religious freedom in our work of building interreligious understanding and appreciation.
Save the Date!
Sunday, November 7, Time TBA
Opera Gala
Sally Porter Munro brings her Opera Gala back to the Presidio Chapel, a benefit for the Interfaith Center. Save the date for wonderful professional opera performances, with a raffle and party afterwards that is always fun!
Sponsored by St. Peter's Episcopal Church
Sundays,
8:00 & 10:00 am
Weekly Worship
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church of San Francisco is worshipping at the Interfaith Chapel while their property is in renovation. This very interfaith-friendly congregation and their pastor, Father David Rickey, welcomes all who wish to attend.
 The weekly 10:00 am service is webcast on our video center.
[St. Peter's was featured recently at the website of the Episcopal Diocese of Northern California as a parish whose need to relocate had opened unexpected new possibilities.]
BAIC ARCHIVES
In
addition to the listing
of books, websites, and opportunities that
have appeared in our monthly newsletters, you can now find an archive
of editorials
from BAIC beginning with January of 2007, along with longer
articles on issues of interest for interfaith work..
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At the Presidio Interfaith Chapel
Map
and directions to the Presidio’s Main Post Chapel
SUNDAY ACTIVITIES
Every Sunday the Chapel
remains open for visitors until 1:00 pm.
RESOURCES
Check out the website based on the Interfaith
Center’s 2004 International
Sacred Space Design Competition And explore an interfaith
calendar that lists the sacred events and seasons of spiritual, indigenous,
and religious traditions around the world.
For other tools about local-global interfaith community, go to Interfaith Resources. |
 ABOUT THE INTERFAITH CENTER AT THE PRESIDIO
Bay Area Interfaith Connect is sponsored by the Interfaith
Center at the Presidio. The Center is a regional interfaith umbrella
organization of 22 interfaith groups that serve as Sponsoring Organizations.
Incorporated in September 1995 "to welcome, serve, and celebrate
the diverse spiritual wisdom and faith traditions of the Bay Area," the
Center has become networked with hundreds of interfaith communities around
the world who share a common commitment: ...to promote daily, enduring
interfaith cooperation, to end religiously motivated violence, and to
create cultures of peace, justice, and healing for the Earth and all
living beings.
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Bay Area Interreligious Calendar
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PEACE CONCERT
New Item! Songs, Chants and Prayers for Peace
WHEN: Saturday, September 11, 2010, 7:30 pm
WHERE: Resurrection Catholic Community, 7600 Soquel Drive, Aptos (Corner of State Park Drive).
The Voices of Angels Foundation and Resurrection parish invite you for an evening of music from the
heart of our world’s traditions. For more information please contact www.thevoicesofangels.org
831 761-0930
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MARIN INTERFAITH COUNCIL
New Item! MIC Annual Meeting
WHEN: Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 3:00-5:00 pm
WHERE: St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 3 Bayview Avenue, Belvedere. Free event.
Meet and honor new and departing MIC Board members and hear a brief "state of the Council" for MIC. Honor and appreciate Sara Barnes for her past eight years as MIC's appointed trustee to the Marin Community Foundation. Afternoon tea will be served. RSVP to programs@marinifc.org or call 456 6957
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PROMOTING PEACE SERIES
New Item! Roots of Peace/ Roots of Violence
WHEN: Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 7:30 - 9:30 pm
WHERE: The Berkeley Buddhist Monastery, 2304 McKinley Ave. Berkeley. Free event.
Paths to Inner Peace. Speakers: Wolfgang Saumweber, Philip Meyer. More information at www.ahimsaberkeley.org
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA PEACE ALLIANCE
New Item! Circle of Peace: Community Evening of Song, Reflection & Renewal
WHEN: Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 7:30 pm
WHERE: Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley. Donation: $15-25
Benefit for Disaster Relief in Pakistan. Singing together songs of sorrow and hope, of the wounds of war, and the promise of peace. Led by singers Betsy Rose and Melanie DeMore With Special Guest Samina Faheem of American Muslim Voice And Other Guest Artists For More Information: betsy@betsyrosemusic.org & 510-525-7082
JEWS, CHRISTIANS, AND MUSLIMS IN DIALOGUE
New Item! Who is God?
WHEN: Sunday, September 26, 2010, 7:00 - 10:00 pm
WHERE: International House, 2299 Piedmont, Berkeley. Free event.
Dialogue partners will be Rabbi Menachem Creditor, His Eminence Nikitas, and Imama Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiq. For info, contact John Grose at john@greatmorning.org
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9/11 GATHERING
New Item! 9/11 Interfaith Dinner, Prayer and Conversations
WHEN: Saturday, September 11, 2010, 6:30 - 9:00 pm
WHERE: Campbell United Methodist Church, 1675 Winchester (at Hamilton), Campbell. Free event (RSVP)
For the fifth year, the United Methodist Church in Campbell has invited Muslims and other people of faith to join in conversations on 9/11 to reflect on issues relating to the Muslim and interfaith communities. The dinner will be vegetarian, halal and kosher. All are invited; reservations are required. RSVP to 408-378-3472 and provide names and phone numbers for all persons attending. Child care is available on request to the church office.
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VERIDITAS EVENT
Grateful Living
WHEN: Monday-Friday, September 3-17, 2010
WHERE: Chartres, France. $1199, after August 20 $1299.
Featuring Brother David Steindl-Rast, hosted by Lauren Artress. No matter where we are, grateful living is the key to discovering the sacredness of life’s path. But at some blessed places on this Earth – and Chartres is one of them – the sacred touches us with almost no effort on our part. Information and registration at www.veriditas.org
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RETREAT
New Item! The Interfaith Practice of Jesus
WHEN: Friday- Sunday, September 10-12, 2010
WHERE: San Damiano Retreat, Danville. $185- $215.
Fr. Thomas Bonacci, CP, will lead participants in the discovery and celebration of the interfaith love of Jesus, who opened his heart to seeing in everyone the very face and presence of the Divine. For more information, contact 925-837-9141, or www.sandamiano.org
COMMUNITY COMMEMORATION
New Item! 9/11 Remembrance Service
WHEN: Saturday, September 11, 9:50 to 10:50 am
WHERE: All Wars Memorial, Oak Hill Park, 3005 Stone Valley Park, Danville. Free event.
The Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley, in cooperation with the Town of Danville, sponsors this event with speakers, Scouts and flags, police and fire departments, honor guard and fife and drum corps, a bagpiper, a flight of doves, patriotic sons and the like. Main speakers are Major General Ron Lowe, US Army Retired, and Chuck Kohler, Pearl Harbor Survivor. For more information, contact Karen Stepper at coachstepper@yahoo.com or 925-275-2412.
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VISIT WORSHIP COMMUNITIES
New Item! Interfaith Education Series
WHEN: September 13, 20, 26, and October 4, 2010
WHERE: Various locations (see below). $12 per session; $40 for all four; students $8 / $25
Visit four local faith communities in Marin County and learn about their beliefs and practices. Sponsored by the Marin Interfaith Council. Information and registration at http://marinifc.org/
Sessions: - Monday, September 13, 7:00-9:15 pm
Spirit Rock Meditation Center, 5000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., Woodacre
- Monday, September 20, 7:00-9:00 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Marin, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael
- SUNDAY, September 26, 6:00-8:30pm (Note different day)
New Life Christian Center, 1370 South Novato Blvd., Novato
- Monday, October 4, 7:00-9:00 pm
Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'i's of Marin
Held at Mt. Tamalpais United Methodist Church, 410 Sycamore Ave., Mill Valley
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INTERFAITH FORUM
New Item! Growing in Mutual Respect
WHEN: Sunday, September 26, 2010, 7:00 pm
WHERE: First Congregational Church, 1229 Court Street, Martinez. Free event.
Representatives of six different faiths will speak of the resources of their own traditions for interreligious understanding and trust. Info: call 925-228-0549
...IN MILL VALLEY
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VISIONARY MARIN
New Item! Honoring Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen
WHEN: Thursday, November 11, 6:00-8:30 pm
WHERE: Mill Valley Community Center, Mill Valley. $75 each, two $130, ten $600.
Honoring Dr. Rachel Naomi Remen. Join us for an evening of culinary delights, award program, silent auction and raffle. If you would like information about becoming a corporate sponsor for this event, please contact Alison at programs@marinifc.org
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PENINSULA URI
Unitarian/ Universalist Church
WHEN: Monday, September 6, 2010, 7:30 pm
WHERE: New Vision United Methodist Church, 450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae. Free event.
Guest speaker: Rev. Julia Older, Pastor, Redwood City. Any interested people are welcome. Information: Margaret Jones, Ph. 650-401-6828; e-mail ma6656@aol.com.
PENINSULA URI
New Item! Spirituality & Life's Challenges
WHEN: Monday, October 4, 2010, 7:30 pm
WHERE: New Vision United Methodist Church, 450 Chadbourne Avenue, Millbrae. Free event.
Guest speaker: Nasrin Bashiri, MD, speaking on Spirituality & Life's Challenges. Any interested people are welcome. Information: Margaret Jones, Ph. 650-401-6828; e-mail ma6656@aol.com.
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PEACE CELEBRATION
New Item! Interfaith & Intergenerational Witness for Peace
WHEN: Sunday, September 19, 2010, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
WHERE: St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 1095 Channing Avenue, Palo Alto. Free event.
Marking the International Day for Peace (Sept. 21). 3:00-4:00 pm - World Peace Village, singing, and other outdoor activities for all ages; 4:00-5:00 pm - Interfaith Worship with Jewish, Muslim & Christian speakers including Iraqi & Palestinian witnesses for peace. Speakers include Huda Abu-Arquob (Abraham's Vision); Rana Tomaira; Len and Libby Traubman ( Jewish/Palestinian Living Room Dialogue Group); Afghan Youth Peace Volunteers. Location: More information at www.multifaithpeace.org.
INTERFAITH GATHERING FOR SUKKOT
New Item! Sharing the Harvest
WHEN: Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
WHERE: Oshman Family Jewish Community Center, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto. Free event.
With Rabbi Elisheva Salamo, Keddem Congregation; Ven. Jian Hu, Chung Tai Zen Center of Sunnyvale; Ismael Nass-Duce, Islamic Networks Group, and others. Learn about the joyful Jewish holiday of Sukkot; Engage with people of different faiths and learn what their tradition says about welcoming others and sharing the harvest PLEASE BRING A CANNED OR BOXED FOOD ITEM. Seating is limited; Please RSVP to JCRC: 650-847-1715 kstiller@jcrc.org
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COMMUNITY COMMEMORATION
New Item! September 11 - A Day of Remembrance for the Peninsula
WHEN: Saturday, September 11, 2010, 5:46 am to 1:00 pm
WHERE: Courthouse Square, 2200 Broadway Street, Redwood City. Free event.
At 5:46 am join a gathering of individuals from the community, including clergy, fire fighters, law enforcement and Red Cross, to light a candle designating a space of remembrance. Individuals are invited to visit this space during the morning for reflection, to share personal words on a mural, or leave a flower or token. Personal reflections can be sent by email and will be posted at the space. Please send emails to pcn@blueconnect.org This Remembrance will conclude with a noon observance.
More information at www.peninsulaclergynetwork.org
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RAMADAN IFTAR
Ramadan Open House
WHEN: Sunday, August 29, 2010, 6:15 pm
WHERE: 20 Jones St. (Second Floor) San Francisco. Free event, RSVP.
The Islamic Society of San Francisco and CAIR invite you to join your local Muslim community in breaking fast during the month of Ramadan. This is a FREE event, and people of all faiths are encouraged to attend. However, pre-registration is required. To RSVP please call us at 415.863.7997. For more information visit http://ca.cair.com/sfba/event/ramadan_open_house_-_san_francisco.
FILM SCREENING
A Village Called Versailles
WHEN: Wednesday, September 1, 2010, 7:00 pm
WHERE: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California Street, San Francisco.
A special interfaith screening and panel discussion of a film about a New Orleans neighborhood called Versailles where a tight-knit group of Vietnamese Americans overcame obstacles to rebuild after Hurricane Katrina,only to have their homes threatened by a new government-imposed toxic landfill (http://avillagecalledversailles.com/). It tells of how they turn a devastating disaster into a catalyst for change and a chance for a better future.
Sponsored by San Francisco Interfaith Council and Jewish Community Center of San Francisco. Register at San Francisco Interfaith Council website.
RELIGIOUS MUSIC TRAINING
Becoming Confident Songleaders Together
WHEN: Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
WHERE: Saint Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church, 500 De Haro St., San Francisco.
Local leaders and practitioners of 'paperless music,' who learn by ear and sing by heart, will develop their practice in this mini-workshop. Forms of music will include call and response, round and layered song. For more information, contact Donald Schell at donald@allsaintscompany.org.
RELIGIOUS MUSIC TRAINING
Drumming that Makes Community Workshop
WHEN: Saturday, September 25, 2010, Time TBA
WHERE: Saint Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church, 500 De Haro St., San Francisco. $30 fee.
This workshop will focus on the use of hand drums and percussion in support of congregational singing, allowing participants to explore diverse aspects of music making, with African, Palestinian and Indian drums and instruments. To register, go to http://www.allsaintscompany.org/index.php/events/view/drumming_that_makes_community/.
RELIGIOUS LEADERS IN DIALOGUE
New Item! Leaving Behind a Better World: Engaging the Millennium Development Goals
WHEN: Tuesday, September 28, 2010, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
WHERE: Location will be given at registration. $20, includes lunch.
Join with other religious leaders in exploring the implications of the Millennium Development Goals in the lives of our communities. By invitation only. If you would like to receive an invitation, contact the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County at eye4cee@aol.com.
FIGHT HUNGER
SF CROP Walk
WHEN: Sunday, October 24, 2010
WHERE: Lake Merced, (meet at the Parking Circle, Sunset Blvd/Lake Merced Blvd),San Francisco. Fundraiser.
CROP Hunger Walks help children and families worldwide -- and right here in the U.S. -- to have food for today, while building for a better tomorrow. Each year some two million CROP Hunger Walkers, volunteers, and sponsors put their hearts and soles in motion, raising over $16 million per year to help end hunger and poverty around the world and in their own communities. Register at http://www.churchworldservice.org
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COMMUNITY RALLY
New Item! People of Faith Responding in Solidarity
WHEN: Friday, September 10, 2010, 5:00 to 6:30 pm
WHERE: James McEntee Plaza, Santa Clara County Building, 70 W. Hedding, San Jose. Free event.
Save the date for a community gathering in response to recent attacks on Muslims, mosques, and the Qur'an. Watch for details to come. Sponsored by several local interreligious groups.
FORMING AN INTERRELIGIOUS COUNCIL
New Item! Silicon Valley Interreligious Council
WHEN: Tuesday, September 28, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
WHERE: Temple Emanu-El, 1010 University Avenue, San Jose.
The planning team intends to present a specific proposal for the mission, objectives, membership, and governance of the newly forming Interreligious Council, Religious leaders in Silicon Valley are invited. PLEASE RSVP to southbayinterfaith@yahoo.com
DALAI LAMA
Update! Eight Verses of Training the Mind
WHEN: Tuesday, October 12, 2010, 2:00 - 3:e0 pm
WHERE: San Jose Convention Center. Tickets $40/ $20 student.
On October 12th, His Holiness, the Dalai Lama will give a teaching entitled Eight Verses of Training the Mind: Awakening the Heart of Compassion. There will be an interreligious gathering following his talk to reflect and share about the teaching. For more information and tickets see www.gyutocenter.org; for information on the interfaith gathering, see www.southbayinterfaith.org.
Religious leaders will be eligible for complimentary seating if they submit a registration form by September 25; the form can be found on the Gyuto Center website.
...IN SAN RAFAEL
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BUILDING BRIDGES OF UNDERSTANDING SERIES
New Item! Understanding Judaism and Social Justice
WHEN: Sunday, October 17, 2:00 - 6:00 pm
WHERE: Dominican University, Guzman Lecture Hall, 50 Acacia Ave, San Rafael. $20 - $30.
Rabbi Lavey Derby, Rabbi Yisrael Rice, Rabbi Jane Rachel Litman and Achi Ben-Shalom in discussion. Early registration, received by Oct. 8: $20. Thereafter, at the door registration: $30. For more information: www.ias.org or call 382-7834. Sponsored by International Association of Sufism and Dominican University.
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GREG MORTENSON
New Item! Three Cups of Tea Gala Dinner
WHEN: Saturday, September 25, 2010, 6:00 pm
WHERE: Hyatt Regency, 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara. Tickets $125 and up.
Bestselling author of Three Cups of Tea, Greg Mortenson, will introduce his latest book Stones into Schools. A fundraiser for CAI, which has established 141 schools and educated 58,000 students, including 40,000 girls. Tickets are available online at www.ikat.org/bayarea
COMMUNITY NONVIOLENCE
Carry the Vision Conference
WHEN: Saturday, October 2, 2010, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
WHERE: Santa Clara University, Santa Clara. Registration fee TBA.
Keynote Speaker: Fr. John Dear, Peace Activist, Organizer, Lecturer, Retreat leader, and author/editor of 20 books on peace and nonviolence, including Put Down Your Sword, A Persistent Peace, and Living Peace. Fr. Dear was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Archbishop Desmond Tutu. This conference is being convened by Carry the Vision, the Center for Spiritual Enlightenment, the Office of Santa Clara County Supervisor Dave Cortese, and Santa Clara University. For more information, see www.
ING ANNUAL GALA
New Item! Teach, Inspire, Empower
WHEN: Saturday, October 9, 2010, 6:00 - 10:00 pm
WHERE: Santa Clara Hyatt Regency, 5101 Great American Parkway, Santa Clara. $75 / person.
Islamic Networks Group is a leader in religious education not only about Islam, but about interfaith relationships. Keynote Speaker: Dr Umar Faruq Abd-Allah, Chairman of the Board and Scholar-in-Residence, Nawawi Foundation. Also Featuring Ambassador Rashad Hussain, US Special Envoy to the Organization of the Islamic Conference. Purchase tickets online today at www.ing.org or call 408-296-7312
...IN SUNNYVALE
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INTERFAITH RESPONSE TO ELDER ABUSE
Protecting Our Elders Summit
WHEN: Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
WHERE: Quinlan Community Center, 10185 North Stelling Road, Cupertino. Free event.
This event encourages faith communities to recognize and respond to elder abuse and neglect. It also supports working together to promote dignity, respect, and optimal quality of life for elders from all cultural and traditional backgrounds. Please check out our event homepage to see the agenda. Information and registration: rsvp@protectingourelders.net or (650) 269.2589 (messages only)
...IN VALLEJO
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JEWS, CHRISTIANS, AND MUSLIMS IN DIALOGUE
New Item! Good and Evil
WHEN: Sunday, September 26, 2010, 1:30 - 4:30 pm
WHERE: First Christian Church, 1035 Indiana St., Vallejo. Free event.
Dialogue partners will be Rabbi Dr. Eliott Dorff, Rev. Dr. Mark Wilson, and Imam Dr. Muzammil H. Siddiqui. Info, contact John Grose at john@greatmorning.org.
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FIGHT HUNGER
New Item! CROP Walk
WHEN: Sunday, October 3, 2010, 1:00 pm
WHERE: Walnut Creek Park, corner of Broadway and Civic, Walnut Creek. Sponsored walk.
Join this oldest of sponsored events for the benefit of the hunger programs of Church World Service and Winter Nights. To get sponsor forms, call 925-933-6030. More at www.crophungerwalks.org/contracosta or 510-848-7024
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BAY
AREA INTERFAITH CONNECT ARCHIVE. Some of the items we
share each month are not time-limited, but listing them all in
each issue becomes too much. We have now created an archive page
with material from back issues, especially books, web links, and
long-term opportunities. Items from past issues are now available
on the ICP website in our BAIC
Archive.
A MILLION MINUTES FOR PEACE. Odyssey Networks invites you to participate in A Million Minutes for Peace. People of different faiths from all over the world will stop at noon and pray for peace for one minute - each in their own way on September 21st - the U.N. International Day of Peace. Join us. It's simple. It's global. Sign on at amillionminutesforpeace.org/
NEW FAITHS ACT FELLOWS SOUGHT. The Faiths Act Fellowship is a year-long, paid international Fellowship that brings together exceptional future leaders inspired by faith to serve as interfaith ambassadors for the United Nation’s Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The Faiths Act Fellowship is a program of the Tony Blair Faith Foundation in collaboration with Interfaith Youth Core. For information on the program and how to apply, see www.tonyblairfaithfoundation.org/pages/faiths-act-fellowship-application
NAIN NEWSLETTER NOW ONLINE. The late Summer edition of the North American Interfaith Network contains articles and pictures from the recent NAINConnect in Salt Lake City. You can find it at http://www.nain.org/news/nn10summerb.htm
PATHEOS.COM EXPLORES THE FUTURE OF RELIGION. As new forms of worship and belief continue to evolve in the twenty-first century, the people at Patheos.com, the website devoted to dialogue and education about religion, have asked thought leaders from a variety of religious traditions to talk about the future of religion. The summer schedule includes: June 28 - The Future of Hinduism; July 5 - The Future of Buddhism; July 12 - The Future of Judaism; July 19 - The Future of Christianity: Catholicism; July 26 - The Future of Christianity: Mainline Protestantism; August 2 - The Future of Christianity: Evangelicalism; August 9 - The Future of Christianity: Mormonism; August 16 - The Future of Islam; August 23 - The Future of Paganism; August 30 - The Future of Humanism September 6 - The Future of Religion.
GTU LECTURES ONLINE. The Graduate Theological Union has made recordings of several significant community lectures available on their website, including two from the Surgit Singh Lectures in Comparative Religious Thought: The Theology of Forgiveness from a Comparative Perspective by Anri Morimoto, and Rethinking the Discourse: The U.S. and the Muslim World Shibley Telhami. Also available are speakers from the Distinguished Faculty Lectures and the McCoy Memorial Lectures.
TRAVEL TO BALI. The Spiritual Paths Foundation is sponsoring a trip to Bali with David Patton and Kathy Corcoran February 14th to 26th, 2011. Bali has long been called the "Earthly Paradise" for its stunning beauty and the way the Balinese live with harmony, humor, grace, and creativity. This trip will enable participants to witness and participate in Bali's spiritual traditions. We will visit active temples and attend ceremonies that are famous for their beauty as well as many other rituals of Balinese daily life. For Further Information, please contact Kathy at: kathy@spiritualpaths.net or call 805 618 8906
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