Archive for the ‘Interfaith Week 2009’ Category
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
Sikhs in the Square
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
Saturday, November 14th, 2009
Slough Interfaith Week launched
Interfaith week was launched in style at Kingsway on Saturday. Slough’s mayor, Cllr Joginder Singh Bal officially opened a week’s programme that will include discussions and social events,films and shows, cultural events, prayers and meditations organised by Slough-based faith groups and interfaith organisations.
Mayor of Slough Cllr Joginder Singh Bal with SFPco-chairs Zafar Ali and David Sparrow at the launch
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Faith, Hope and Conviction
The Brahma Kumaris of Slough invite you to Langley Pavilion, Langley Road Slough for the evening.
What does faith mean to you, and how does it help in your practical life? Share your experiences, participate, or simply come along. All are welcome. Food is provided – please book in advance. Call Meera 01753 595416 gyanmeera1000@yahoo.co.uk
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Hindu Day
Join us at the Hindu temple in Keel Drive for a presentation on Hindu religion, Aarti (short prayer) and Priti Bhoj (community food). Starts at 6.30pm.
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Open Day – Stoke Poges Lane Mosque
On Sunday 22nd November at 2pm the mosque in Stoke Poges Lane will be hosting a special open day.
Tours of the mosque, exhibition and leaflets, children’s activities, watch prayers, refreshments, henna painting and much more
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Walk ‘n talk in Salt Hill Park
Islam Awareness week this year coincides with National Interfaith week. Slough is proud to be launching ‘walk ‘n talk’ – the first of many around the UK in the coming year. We will be oined by Dawud Wharnsby, singer/songwriter to launch the event.
Come and walk with your neighbours, meet new friends, talk to people who you would otherwise not get a chnce to meet. Salt Hill Park – Sunday 22nd November at 10.20am
All ages – young and old, men and women, pushchairs or wheelchairs – whatever the weather!
To register, or for more information, call Shah Bano Razvi on 01753 526575 info@annisa-slough.org.uk, or call Julie on 07956 132035.
Donations will be made to Barnardo’s
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Art Beyond Belief – Borrow a Person at Kingsway
Ever wondered what ordinary people of faith really believe?
Or how a person of another faith lives out their beliefs?
Then come and ‘borrow’ someone for some conversation and coffee and find out some answers.
Slough Central Library (2nd floor)
Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th
November any time between 1.30pm and 3.30pm
Also at Kingsway, Church Street
Wednesday 18 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Art Beyond Belief – Borrow a Person at Slough Library
Ever wondered what ordinary people of faith really believe?
Or how a person of another faith lives out their beliefs?
Then come and ‘borrow’ someone for some conversation and coffee and find out some answers.
Slough Central Library (2nd floor)
Monday 16th, Tuesday 17th, Thursday 19th and Friday 20th
November any time between 1.30pm and 3.30pm
Also at Kingsway, Church Street
Wednesday 18 1.30pm to 3.30pm
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Via Dolorosa – Stations of the Cross interpreted by artists of different faiths
This is a multi-media presentation of the Stations of the Cross interpreted by artists of eight different faiths.
Saint Mary’s, Church Street, Slough. Tuesday 17th November. Come at any time between 2pm and 5pm
Early Christians would sometimes visit Jerusalem as pilgrims, to walk in the footsteps of Jesus and reflect upon his passion and death. They would stop along the path to contemplate what happened there, marking the stages of the journey for others to follow. The path that Jesus walked became known as Via Dolorosa – the way of pain. Over time, ‘stations’ were often installed in churches so that people could follow this journey as part of their devotions.
Friday, November 13th, 2009
Buddhist meditation session
Sunday 15th November 2pm to 6pm at Kingsway (upstairs in exhibition room)
Come along and give it a try. All are welcome. Learn the ancient tradition of meditation, and share some green tea with us.