Slough Faith Partnership

Open Evening at Diamond Road Mosque

admin — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:47:52 +0000

The trustees of the Diamond Road Mosque welcomed visitors on Friday 20th November with a tour of the Mosque, prayers and shared dialogue.

Pictured are the trustees of the Mosque with some of the visitors on the day.

Walk ‘n Talk

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:08:27 +0000

Undeterred by very unsuitable weather for walking (rain, wind and a thunderstorm!) a brave group started out from Stoke Poges Lane Mosque, walking to St Mary’s Church in the centre of the town, and on the the Gurdwara.

The group was accompanied by singer/songwriter Dawud Wharnsby (pictured here playing and singing for the group in St Mary’s.

Brahma Kumaris day

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:44:09 +0000

The Brahma Kumaris of Slough led meditations and discussions through out the day, and introduced visitors to aspects of their faith.

Christian Prayer event

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:41:32 +0000

Members from different Christian traditions led prayers throughout the afternoon on Friday – taking part were members of the Anglican, Roman Catholic, Methodist, Baptist and River Church congregations, who are pictured here leading the early afternoon worship session.

Borrow a Person

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:29:55 +0000

Art Beyond Belief ran sessions of their Borrow a Person programme – on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at Slough Central Library and on Wednesday at Kingsway. Members of different faiths engaged in conversation with each other on subjects of faith – both commonalities and differences.

click here to find out more about Borrow a Person on the Art Beyond Belief website

Via Dolorosa

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:18:19 +0000

Art Beyond Belief’s Via Dolorosa was shown throughout Tuesday at St Mary’s Parish Church. This is an interpretation of the Christian Stations of the Cross, interpreted by artists from eight different faiths.

click here to find out more about Via Dolorosa on the Art Beyond Belief website

Hindu presentations

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:59:04 +0000

The Hindu Community gave presentations at the Hindu Temple, including Aarti prayer and Priti Bhoj (community food), and at Kingsway throughout the day on Tuesday.

Jewish faith presentation and workshop

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:55:19 +0000

On Monday, Jo Osbourn presented a workshop on facets of the Jewish faith and life at Kingsway.

Buddhist green tea and meditation

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:46:21 +0000

Sunday saw a relaxing afternoon of green tea and meditation in the Buddhist tradition at Kingsway.

Sikhs in the Square

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:09:22 +0000

Immediately after the launch, the first event of interfaith week took place in the town square.The Sikh community didn’t let pouring rain stop them entertaining the Saturday shopping crowds. Free food, fruit and drinks were provided and there were displays by Sikh organisations and appearances from local faith and community leaders. Events were broadcast by the Sikh channel, Punjab Radio and Asian Star Radio.

See a video of the drummers in the square here