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Scottish Interfaith Week Events
24th November – 1st December 2013
The theme for Scottish Interfaith Week in 2013 is ‘Values and Visions for Scotland’. With the Scottish Referendum approaching in 2014, it provides an opportunity for interfaith groups across Scotland to think about the kind of Scotland that they would like to see now and in the future, regardless of the political outcome. This programme provides information on events taking place across Scotland to mark Scottish Interfaith Week. The programme is divided into Scottish cities or regions and in alphabetical order.
ABERDEENSunday 24 th November
University Interfaith Service
Time: 5pmVenue: Kings College Conference Centre, University of Aberdeen
All are very welcome to attend the University of Aberdeen’s Student Association Interfaith Service. Following the service there will be a presentation by Terry Biddington entitled ‘Why are multi faith spaces important in higher education institutions?’ Contact Rev Easter Smart for more details: [email protected]
AYRSHIRESaturday 30 th November
Interfaith Event
Time: 2pm – 4.30pmVenue: East Ayrshire Council, Council Chambers, London Road, Kilmarnock
At this interfaith event there will be seven speakers from diverse faith and belief groups: Baha’i, Muslim, Quaker, Church of Scotland, Latter Day Saints, Sikh and Pagan. Frances Hume, Development Officer from Interfaith Scotland, will lead an interfaith activity and there will also be a display of interfaith resources and religious artefacts. All are welcome to attend this free event and light refreshments will be served.
CENTRAL SCOTLANDSunday 1st December
Soul Space …Inspiration from other faiths
6.30 Supper - bring something to share, preferably vegetarian! 7.15 – 8.15 Soul space - a quiet meditative space for us to share, listen, respond Venue: Queen Street Methodist Church, Stirling, FK8 1HL
Soul Space is a time for sharing. Everyone is welcome from all faiths and none to share something that you have found interesting on a theme. The theme for this ‘Soul Space’ is ‘Inspiration from other faiths’. You are invited to bring along music, poetry, short prose, art, and short videos that have inspired you. If you need multi- media please email [email protected] beforehand.
DUNDEEMonday 25 th November
‘Tackling Extremism’
Time: 12.30 – 1.15pm followed by a buffet lunchVenue: University of Abertay, Kydd Building, Bell Street, Dundee DD1 1HG
There will be three speakers on the topic of extremism followed by a Q &A. Mr Sabiu Sani, Secretary, Abertay Islamic Society will speak from a Nigerian perspective. Dr Maureen Sier, Director of Interfaith Scotland will speak from an Interfaith Perspective. Dr Aaron Winter, Lecturer in Sociology, School of Social and Health Sciences at the University of Abertay will speak from a sociological perspective.
Contact Leslie Barrett for more details: Barrett, Leslie [email protected]
Discussion Evening: Developing Inner Peace - Faith Perspectives
Time: 7pm – 9pm Venue: Room 2521, University of Abertay main building, Dundee
This event, organised by Dundee Inter Faith Association (DIFA) will include speakers from diverse faiths on the theme of ‘Developing Inner Peace - Faith Perspectives’. There will be a panel discussion with an audience Q&A, followed by refreshments. Please contact Julie Wardrop at DIFA for more details: [email protected]
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAYWednesday 27 th November
Living Together in FriendshipTime: 4pm – 6pmVenue: Dumfries and Galloway Multicultural Centre (DGMA)
All are welcome to a gathering to celebrate Scottish Interfaith Week on the theme of ‘Living Together in Friendship’. There will be a presentation on friendship from major faiths along with music, refreshment and the making of friendship cards and bracelets. Please contact Melinda Dolan for more details: [email protected] or phone 077126 66903.
EAST KILBRIDETuesday 26 th November
DIFD International Development Panel Discussion: Faith in Action
Time: 12pm – 1pm Venue: DIFD Headquarters, East Kilbride
The Faith Partnership Principles are a ground-breaking framework for evolving the role of faith in international development. This event will be looking at the Faith Partnership Principles document and discussing the crucial role that faith based organisations play in the international development arena. The event will bring together theologians and leaders from faith based development organisations, and will be chaired by the Director of Interfaith Scotland, Dr Maureen Sier. This event is Invitation Only.
EDINBURGHWednesday 20 th November
Values and Visions for Scotland: Women of Faith in the CommunityTime: 7pm – 9pmVenue: Methodist Church, Nicolson Square, Edinburgh
The Edinburgh Women’s Interfaith Group invites you to a women’s event on the Scottish Interfaith Week theme of ‘Values and Visions for Scotland’. Five speakers from local community faith groups will give short presentations on the theme, there will be an opportunity for interfaith dialogue and a free finger buffet will be served. Contact Nila Joshi for more details: [email protected]
EDINBURGH CONTINUED
Thursday 21 st November
The Religious Life of Scotland Today: Insights from the 2011 CensusTime: 12:30pm - 2pmVenue: 19 George Square, Room G2, Edinburgh
With contributions from Amy Wilson, Head of Census Statistics, National Records of Scotland, and Dr Michael Rosie, Senior Lecturer in Sociology and Director of the Institute of Governance at the University of Edinburgh.
Sunday 24 th November
Edinburgh Inter-Faith Association Opening Event Venue: St John’s Church, Princes Street, Edinburgh4.30 – 5.30pm: Opening Event5.45 – 6.45pm: Food and drinks reception
An event to mark the opening of Scottish Interfaith Week in Edinburgh. There will be a food and drinks reception for all attendees after the event. Anyone who cannot attend the opening event is welcome to attend the reception afterwards.
Walk the Labyrinth EventTime: 6.30pm – 9.30pmVenue: Polwarth Parish Church, Edinburgh
Polwarth Parish Church will be holding its third interfaith labyrinth event. Our previous events have attracted people from a number of faith groups. They were very convivial evenings beginning with us sitting down together to share a meal. Many of us then walked Polwarth’s labyrinth in the beauty and peace of the sanctuary with candles lit and quiet music from the clarsach. We hope to welcome back familiar faces and to greet new friends to reflect on our theme of the evening 'compassion and justice ---a shared responsibility.' Please bring some food to share. For further information, please contact: [email protected]
Tuesday 26 th November
Religious Leaders and Faith Representatives Time: 9am - 1pmVenue: Edinburgh City Chambers
A conference for religious leaders and representatives of faith communities in Edinburgh and Scotland. Topics on the agenda include an update on the progress from last year’s conference as well as new discussions on the faith response to Syria, the Independence question and a presentation from Barnardo’s.
EDINBURGH CONTINUED
Tuesday 26 th November (continued)
What’s ‘Being Jewish in Scotland’ got to do with YOU?Time: 1pm – 3.30pmVenue: University of Edinburgh Chaplaincy, Potterow, 52 Bristo Square, Edinburgh
Fiona Frank from the Scottish Council of Jewish Communities will talk about the recent inquiry on “Being Jewish in Scotland” followed by an open conversation and discussion about YOUR experiences of being a minority – or a majority – in Scotland. Kosher food will be served and everyone is welcome. RSVP to [email protected] or 07779 206 522.
Jesus and Guru NanakTime: 6pm - 7.30pm Venue: St Johns Church Hall, Princes Street, Edinburgh
Jesus and Guru Nanak were two of the most influential figures in history. They both believed passionately in equality and the rights of others and in the one God. In this panel discussion the Rev Joy Barrow will be joined by representatives from the Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Edinburgh, to discuss just how similar their teachings were and how far they differed.
The Rev Joy Barrow has a PhD from Leeds University on 'The Development of Guru Nanak's Teachings of Nam, Dan and Seva in the Southall Sikh communities'. She was also a Visiting Fellow in 2003 at the Department of the Encyclopaedia of Sikhism, Punjabi University, Patiala, India.
Wednesday 27 th November
The Common Threads of World ReligionTime: 7.30pm-8.45pmVenue: St Mary’s Primary School, 63 East London Street, Edinburgh
Iain Stewart, General Secretary of Edinburgh Inter-Faith Association, guides us through the common threads that run through the world religions. For further details please contact John at [email protected]
Muslim Logic in Fictional NarrativesTime: 6pm - 8pmVenue: Appleton Tower, Lecture Theatre 1
A talk by renowned Aberdeen-based Sudanese author Leila Aboulela in partnership with the Centre for the Advanced Study of the Arab World and the Encyclopaedia of Women in Islamic Cultures.
EDINBURGH CONTINUED
Friday 29 th November
Religious Diversity in Chinese Thought: Contributions to a Global Discourse? A Book Launch Workshop
Time: 5.30pm – 7.45pmVenue: Confucius Institute for Scotland, Pollock Halls, Abden House: 1 Marchhall Crescent, Edinburgh, EH16 5HP
A book launch workshop on the recent publication ‘Religious Diversity in Chinese Thought’ published by Palgrave Macmillan. The workshop will consist of four 10-minute talks on the topic of the workshop by contributors of the volume:
Prof. Barend Ter Haar (Chair of Chinese at the University of Oxford)Dr. Adam Yuet Chau (University Lecturer in the Anthropology of Modern China at the University of Cambridge)Prof. Perry Schmidt-Leukel (Head of the Centre for Religious Studies and Inter-faith Theology in Glasgow until 2009 and now Professor in Religious Studies in Muenster, Germany) Prof. Joachim Gentz (Reader in Chinese at the Asian Studies Department of the University of Edinburgh)
The launch will be followed by a wine reception.
Saturday 30 th November
Breaking Barriers – Christian / Muslim Youth Conference
Time: 10am - 4pmVenue: Alwaleed Centre, 16 George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LD
EIFA and the Alwaleed Centre are delighted to be able to co-sponsor the second Breaking Barriers Conference. This initiative brings together young Christians and Muslims approximately aged 17-30. It helps to form friendships and at the same time to learn about each other’s faith in a relaxed and casual environment. During this session on Scriptural Reasoning young people will explore the beliefs of their respective scriptures on the key issue of Stewardship and our responsibility towards the environment. There will also be input from Professor Hugh Goddard, director of the Prince Alwaleed Centre, Edinburgh. Tea and lunch will be provided. For further information go to http://www.eifa.org.uk/breaking-barriers/or to book your place please contact Iain Stewart at [email protected]
EDINBURGH CONTINUED
Saturday 30 th November (Continued)
Multi-faith Women’s Fayre
Time: 1pm - 4pm Venue: St Johns Church Hall, Princes Street
Edinburgh’s Faith in Women group welcome you the Multi-Faith Women’s Fayre. There will be a short introductory talk by a member of FIW and there will be many tables with information from representatives of faiths plus: Sikh Sanjog, Beyond the Veil, the Volunteer Centre, Amina Women’s Resource Centre, Scottish Women’s Aid, Scottish Women’s Rural Institute, Shakti, Saheliyah, the Police etc. There will also be delicious free food and lots of fun activities including Henna, face-painting, a children’s area (colouring-in), a herbalist, inspirational speakers and more. For further details please email Rose Mellor on [email protected]
Sunday 1 st December
Multi-faith Meal Soul Cinema with Discussion
Time: 5pm - 8pmVenue: Chaplaincy Auditorium, 1 Bristo Square, Edinburgh
Edinburgh University Chaplaincy event, meal served from 5-6pm, with Soul Cinema Screening from 6-8pm. Food will be provided but bring your own dishes to share.
The Big Interfaith Quiz
Time 7pm - 9.30pmVenue: Mosque Kitchen, 33 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
Following on from the success of last year’s quiz please join us to test your knowledge of the different world religions. To register your attendance please email Matt Lord: [email protected]. You can register a team of up to five people. If you are coming as an individual you will be allocated a team on arrival. A free buffet will be provided.
The Persecution of Baha’is in Iran, a Human Rights Issue
Time: 2 - 4pmVenue: Baha’i Centre, 44 Albany Street, Edinburgh
A presentation and talk by John Parris of Edinburgh’s Baha’i Community.
EDINBURGH CONTINUED
Monday 9 th December
Faith In Women Civic Café/ Film Night
Time: 6pm - 9pmVenue: St Johns Church Hall, Princes Street
Sikh Sanjog and Beyond the Veil welcome us to an evening of film and discussion including a women’s multi-faith panel and a talk on breaking down the barriers. Come and learn about different faiths in an informal environment and the issues that face women in particular. All are welcome. For further details please email Rose Mellor on [email protected]
Wednesday 11 th December
It Couldn’t Happen Here
Time: 12.30pm - 5pm Venue: Edinburgh City Chambers
A Round Table Closed Discussion. As the numbers of ethnic minority groups including Muslims and Sikhs grow, this Round Table asks how we ensure that Scotland continues to be a safe haven for communities, who in light of recent events have become the target of hate crimes.
Healing Communities after Woolwich
Time: 7pm - 8.30pm Venue: Martin Hall, New College, Edinburgh
A lecture by Shaykh Ibrahim Mogra, Imam, Scholar of Muslim theology and Assistant General of the Muslim Council of Britain. After the tragic murder of Lee Rigby there has been an unfortunate rise in attacks on innocent Muslims. Ibrahim Mogra addresses the question of how to bring communities together after events such as Woolwich, and how to deal with its many consequences.
FIFETuesday 26 th November
A Celebration of Scottish Interfaith Week‘Values and Visions for Scotland’
Time: 5.45 – 8pmVenue: Beveridge Park Hotel, 6 Abbotshall Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, KY2 5PQ
Interfaith Scotland is hosting a national event to mark Scottish Interfaith Week at the Beveridge Park Hotel in Kirkcaldy on the theme of ‘Values and Visions for Scotland’. Interfaith Scotland is delighted to be working in partnership with Fife Council and Fife Interfaith Group on delivering this event. Speakers will include Joe Brady from the Scottish Refugee Council, Gael Logan from the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games and Rev Finlay Macdonald, former Principal Clerk and Moderator of the Church of Scotland. The event will commence with a finger buffet.This event is Invitation Only.
Thursday 28 th November
Annual Fife Interfaith Lecture
“Dialogue and Religious Experience in the New Scotland: From Inter-faith to Inter-spirituality and Beyond.” A Talk by Dr Neil Douglas-Klotz
Time: 6.30pm
Venue: The Old Kirk, Kirkcaldy: The event is free, with a light supper on arrival.
Fife Interfaith Group is happy to invite you to a public talk by Dr. Neil Douglas-Klotz. Neil is the co-founder of the Edinburgh International Centre for Spirituality and Peace and the Edinburgh Festival of Middle Eastern Spirituality and Peace, now in its 11 th year. He is the author of several books, including Desert Wisdom, The Tent of Abraham and The Hidden Gospel. He is the past chair of the Mysticism Group of the American Academy of Religion and a longtime member of the Scientific and Medical Network UK.
Faith, religion, sectarianism, science, spirituality and secularity are all contested fields of dialogue today. How do we help bridge this vast territory in order to create and maintain communities that can share an ethical, compassionate view of life? Neil will share some of his experience from thirty years in the field of interfaith and interspiritual work, particularly in relation to Middle-eastern traditions.
For more information, contact Fife Interfaith Group at: www.fifeinterfaithgroup.org.uk
GLASGOW
Anne Frank Exhibition: History for Today
Dates: 8th November to 2nd December 2013
Venue: University of Glasgow Chapel, University Avenue, G12 8QQ
The Anne Frank Trust UK is delighted to announce that our exhibition, History for Today, will be making a return visit to the University of Glasgow Chapel from 8th November to 2nd December 2013.
By placing the inspirational story of Anne’s short life against the complex historical events of the rise of Nazism, WWII and the Holocaust the exhibition encourages visitors to grasp the human consequences of prejudice and persecution.
Sunday 17 th November
Mitzvah Day Macmillan Interfaith Coffee Morning
Time: 12 – 3pmVenue: Catholic Chaplaincy Café, 13-15 Southpark Terrace, Glasgow, G12 8LGCost: £5 with all proceeds going to Macmillan Cancer Support
Mitzvah Day is the Jewish community’s global annual day of social action and giving where many thousands of participants give their time and money to charities and causes. All students are warmly invited to attend an Interfaith Macmillan Coffee Morning organised by the Glasgow Jewish Society and Glasgow University Catholic Chaplaincy. Cakes, snacks and drinks will be served. For more information on Macmillan, see http://www.macmillan.org.ukAnd for more on Mitzvah Day, see http://mitzvahday.org.ukIf there are any questions, please contact us on: [email protected]
Friday 22 nd November
Interfaith Shabbat (Jewish Sabbath) Dinner
Time: 7pmVenue: Catholic Chaplaincy, 13-15 Southpark Terrace, Glasgow, G12 8LG
Glasgow Jewish Society warmly invites students to a free Interfaith Shabbat dinner.
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Sunday 24th November
Sunday Morning With …
Time: 7am – 9am
BBC Radio Scotland host Ricky Ross will feature an interview with young people involved in the Stepping into Diversity project being run by Interfaith Glasgow and West of Scotland Regional Equality Council. Frequency – 92-95 FM
Muslim Christian Couples Scotland Gathering
A social gathering for couples and families from dual Muslim and Christian backgrounds to come together and share experiences with each other. This event is by invite only. Please contact [email protected] to book a place.
Interfaith Talk at Gorbals Parish ChurchTime: 11 – 12pmVenue: Gorbals Parish Church, 1 Errol Gardens, Glasgow
Interfaith Scotland Development Officer, Frances Hume, will preach about the importance of Interfaith Dialogue during the regular Sunday service at Gorbals Parish Church. All welcome.
The Imam and the Pastor – DVD Showing Time: 2.30-4.30pm Venue: African Caribbean Centre Glasgow, 66-68 Osborne Street, Glasgow
The inspiring journey of a Christian Pastor and Muslim Imam from Northern Nigeria who have gone from living apart because of their faith to coming together to challenge the religious intolerance that plagues their home. To book your space please email [email protected]
Guided Meditation Hour
Time: 6.30pm – 7.30pm Venue: Inner Space Glasgow Meditation Centre, 277 High Street, Glasgow, G4 0QS
Using the idea that thoughts lead to an experience, all are welcome to enjoy a variety of guided meditation commentaries with music to deepen the experience of peace. Contact Inner Space for more details: www.innerspace.org/glasgow
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Monday 25 th November
‘Coffee & Culture’Women of Faith Coffee Morning in Aid of Macmillan Cancer Care
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pmVenue: Pollokshaws Burgh Hall, 2025 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, G43 1NE
Interfaith Glasgow is inviting women from places of worship and community venues across the southside of Glasgow to support Macmillan Cancer Care during interfaith Week and also to get to know each other better. Women from diverse faith communities are invited to come along and support Macmillan and also to make connections with women from the diversity of faiths that make up Glasgow. Spaces are limited and booking is essential. Please contact [email protected] or call 0141 420 6982 to confirm your place.
Stepping into Diversity Heritage Walk: Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh
Time:10.45am – 1.45pmVenue: Visiting Glasgow Buddhist Centre (329 Sauchiehall Street), the Hindu Mandir (1 la Belle Place) and the Central Gurdwara (138 Berkeley Street)
All are welcome to travel the amazing story of Glasgow’s places of worship through a guided heritage walk. Please meet at 10.45am at Glasgow Buddhist Centre, 329 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow, G3 3HW. The walk will end at 138 Berkeley Street (Central Gurdwara). As we will be walking between the places of worship, please come prepared for the rain! Please get in touch if you woukd like to discuss or request particular accessibility arrangements. If you need assistance with travel directions or transport options then please get in touch.
The event is free but booking is essential. Please email Ben Williams on [email protected] or phone 0141 337 6626 for booking and further enquiries.
Caring for a Dying Person: Faith Perspectives
Time: 11am – 1pmVenue: Marie Curie Hospice, 133 Balornock Road, G21 3US
A discussion panel event looking at the question, “What does it mean to care for a dying person”. Speakers from a number of faiths will engage in discussion and answer questions about the values, principles and faith that underpin our care for the terminally ill among us. The event will end with refreshments.
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Tuesday 26 th November
Interfaith Lunch at Deaf Connections
Social and dialogue event for members of the deaf and hard of hearing communities to come together to celebrate interfaith week and to encourage dialogue between faith community groups within the Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities. This event is being organised by Deaf Connections and is by invite only.
Radio Talk Show
Global Minorities Alliance are hosting a radio talk show to celebrate Scottish Interfaith Week with the title “The Role of Faith Communities in Future Scotland” followed by discussion, Q&A and refreshments. Contact Rebecca Gebauer for further details: [email protected]
Wednesday 27th November
Interfaith Glasgow: ‘Faith and Poverty’
Time: 6.30pm – 9pmVenue: Glasgow City Chambers
This event organised by Interfaith Glasgow in partnership with St Mary’s Justice & Aid Network will explore how faith communities are helping challenge poverty and addressing the need across Glasgow. Morag Gillespie of the Scottish Poverty Unit will share about the extent of poverty in the city followed by four speakers describing the motivation from their faith tradition to tackle poverty: Kathy Galloway, Christian Aid Scotland; Venerable Rewatha, Theravada Buddhist Vihara; Dr Rizi Mohammed; and Charandeep Singh, Glasgow Gurdwara. Delegates will then hear from a wide range of organisations working to tackle poverty in the city. There will be time for discussion to find opportunities for collaboration, and address what practical steps can be taken together.
Due to space limitations this event is by invitation only. For more information contact Interfaith Glasgow on 0141 4206982 or e-mail [email protected].
You can also find out more about Interfaith Glasgow on their Facebook and Twitter accounts: www.facebook.com/interfaithglasgow and www.twitter.com/interfaithglasg
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Wednesday 27 th November (Continued)
Supporting Interreligious Dialogue: Conversations in Faith: Islam Speaker: Mrs Fariha Thomas
Time: 7 – 9pm Venue: Ignatian Spirituality Centre, 35 Scott Street, Glasgow, G3 6PE
The Ignatian Spirituality Centre, in partnership with the Bishop’s Committee for Interreligious Dialogue, is hosting a series of monthly conversations with people of different faiths. Further information on this series of events can be found on the website: www.iscglasgow.co.uk
Thursday 28th November
Stepping into Diversity Heritage Walk: Jewish, Muslim, Christian
Time: 10.45am – 1.45pm
Venue: Visiting Garnethill Synagogue (129 Hill Street), Al-Furqan Mosque (19 Carrington Street) and St Mary’s Cathedral (300 Great Western Road)
All are welcome to travel the amazing story of Glasgow’s places of worship through a guided heritage walk. Please meet at 10.45am at 29 Garnet Street, Glasgow. The walk will end at St Mary’s Cathedral (300 Great Western Road). As we will be walking between the places of worship, please come prepared for the rain! Please get in touch if you would like to discuss accessibility arrangements. If you need assistance with travel directions or transport options then please get in touch.
The event is free but booking is essential. Please email Ben Williams on [email protected] or phone 0141 337 6626.
'Interfaith Café'
Time: 2pm – 4pmVenue: University of Strathclyde Chaplaincy Centre, Level 2, Graham Hills Building, 50 George Street
The Chaplaincy Team at the University of Strathclyde will be hosting an Interfaith Café event during Interfaith Week. The Interfaith Café is an opportunity for people, whether from a faith tradition or not, to learn more from people of different faiths. At the end of the conversations we’ll get to enjoy some food from various faith traditions. This event is open to students and staff of the University of Strathclyde.
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Thursday 28th November (Continued)
‘Conflict, Toleration, Appreciation and Transformation - Four Modes of Interreligious Relations’
Time: 5.30pmVenue: No 4 The Square, University of Glasgow
A lecture by Prof. Perry Schmidt-Leukel (Muenster University).
Sense and Spirituality: Talk, sharing & short meditation
Time: 7pm – 8.30pmVenue: Inner Space, 277 High Street, Glasgow, G4 0QS
Spirituality is life. It is practical, grounded, real and sensible. It is about living in such a way that I bring happiness to myself and others. It is about doing the right thing, in the right way, at the right time so that there is benefit for all. This is more than just about pleasing others: it is to have the clarity (uninfluenced by people’s demands and personalities) to see what is needed and to act to fulfill that need. Real spirituality creates real self esteem, enables generosity and inspires dignity and royalty of spirit. All are welcome to this talk, sharing and meditation.
Friday 29th November
Interfaith Dialogue at Masjid Al’Furqan
Time: 7pm for 7.30pm until 9pmVenue: Al’Furqan Community Hall, 19 Carrington St., Glasgow. G3 6DT
The theme for this Interfaith Week event is ‘My Faith-my compass’, looking at how my faith directs my everyday life. Speakers on this theme will be Rev Cedric Blakey, Vice Provost of St. Mary’s Cathedral and Shaykh Qari Sohaib Saeed, scholar of Al’Azhar University, followed by Q&A, networking and refreshments.
Guided Meditation Hour: 6.30pm – 7.30pm
Venue: Inner Space Glasgow Meditation Centre, 277 High Street, Glasgow, G4 0QS
Using the idea that thoughts lead to an experience, all are welcome to enjoy a variety of guided meditation commentaries with music to deepen the experience of peace. Contact Inner Space for more details: www.innerspace.org/glasgow
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Friday 29 th November (Continued)
Juma ProgrammeTime: 2.30pm - 4pm
Interfaith Glasgow will be interviewed on the Juma programme (English) on Awaz FM (107.2FM) between 2.30-4pm
Saturday 30 th November
Bridge of Peace EventTime: 2.30 – 4.30pmVenue: 39 Napiershall Street, G20 6EZ
The theme for this event is ‘Women’s Role in Peacemaking’. There will be entertainment, building friendships and international cuisine.
Sunday 1st December
‘Interfaith Family Fair’Time: 2pm – 4pm. Performances start at 2pmVenue: St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, 2 Castle Street, Glasgow
A fun day for families to come along and discover more about the diversity of faiths in the city of Glasgow organised by Interfaith Glasgow. Discover nine different faith traditions living in Glasgow. Expect family-friendly performances, interactive stalls hosted by faith groups, creative activities and a treasure trail around the museum. This free event is open to everyone. For more information see www.interfaithglasgow.org/interfaith-week or contact Interfaith Glasgow on 0141 420 6982. You can also find out more about Interfaith Glasgow on their Facebook and Twitter accounts: www.facebook.com/interfaithglasgow and www.twitter.com/interfaithglasg
Guided Meditation HourTime: 6.30pm – 7.30pmVenue: Inner Space Glasgow Meditation Centre, 277 High Street, Glasgow, G4 0QS
Using the idea that thoughts lead to an experience, all are welcome to enjoy a variety of guided meditation commentaries with music to deepen the experience of peace. Contact Inner Space for more details: www.innerspace.org/glasgow
GLASGOW CONTINUED
Monday 2 nd December
Women of Faith Group: ‘Life After Death’
Time: 9.30 – 11.30amVenue: Napiershall Street Centre, 39 Napiershall Street, G20 6EZ
Exploring what happens when we die from a positive perspective. The Women of Faith group is open to women of all faiths and none and meets on the first Monday of each month between 9.30 and 11.30am. All women are welcome to come together to discuss what connects us and to work towards a better understanding of each other’s faith and beliefs. Each month a new topic is discussed and there is always tea and cake! For more information contact Khalida Akoub: [email protected]
INVERNESSSaturday 30 th November
The Gift of Ageing: An Exploration of the Challenges of Growing Older – An Introductory Workshop by Dr Harriet Mowat
Time: 10.30am – 3.30pm Venue: Inverness Town House, High Street, Inverness
The theme of the day is the gift of ageing and it will take the form of an exploration of the challenges of growing old. Whilst ageing is not a topic that most people particularly enjoy it is something that we all share. We are all ageing all the time and as we age we need to make changes and tolerate alterations to our lives and our ways of living in the world. Ageing is both a challenge and joy and the more we think about it and discuss it the more we can help ourselves and others as well.
The workshop will look at our own ageing and think about some of the research around ageing well and the spiritual nature of ageing. It will be interactive and fun and hopefully give some insights and useful information to think about. It will be led by Dr Harriet Mowat who is both a practitioner and researcher in this area of work.
There will be no charge for attending but people should bring a packed lunch. The day commences with registration at 10.30am for an 11.00am start.
Booking a place is essential by contacting www.invernessinterfaith.com
LOSSIEMOUTHThursday 28 th November
‘Faith and Equalities Project’
A pupil-led event at Lossiemouth High School
PERTHThursday 28 th November
Interfaith and Belief Fair
Time: LunchtimeVenue: Perth College
Perth College will be holding an Interfaith and Belief Fair with stalls from different faiths. More details to follow.
RENFREWSHIRESunday 24 th November
Interfaith Service: Come let’s celebrate our diversity!
Time: 11amVenue: Wallneuk North Church of Scotland, Abercorn Street, Paisley, PA3 4AG
Keynote Speaker: Maureen Sier, Director of Interfaith Scotland.
There will be a scripture resources table and all faiths are invited to bring their scripture and religious objects for free distribution and display if they wish to. A free-will offering will be taken during the service. Tea and coffee will be served with refreshments after the service. For further details please contact Rev Peter Gill: 07951 764262
SHETLAND18 th November
Diversity Day
10am – 5pm, Islesburgh Centre, Lerwick
Shetland’s Diversity Network is organising a Diversity Day with various presentations on Equality Issues from the Police, NHS and voluntary organisations. Shetland Interfaith Group will have a stall at this event. The event is open to employees of Shetland Islands Council.
SKYESaturday 30 th November
‘Oneness’
Time: 10.30am – 1pmVenue: St Columba’s Church, Portree
The Skye ‘Faiths Together’ welcomes you to an event for Scottish Interfaith Week on the theme of ‘Oneness’ at St Columba’s Church, Portree.
ST ANDREWSMonday 18 th November
‘What is the Good Life?’
Time: 7.30pmVenue: Lounge, Mansefield, 3 St Mary’s Place, St Andrews
Exploring ‘What is the good life? Stories from different faiths’. Food will be served and donations to Interfaith Scotland are welcome. This event is organised by the University of St Andrews Interfaith Steering Group for Scottish Interfaith Week.