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February 2017
World Interfaith Harmony Day
In 2010 the United Nations established “World Interfaith Harmony Week as a way to promote harmony between all peoples regardless of their faith”. In that spirit we have organized a meetup where we can all talk about and share our faith traditions in the spirit of openness. You are welcome to bring bread and a topping from your culture to share. Co-sponsored by: Tri-City Interfaith Council, Alameda County Human Relations Commission, Compassionate Fremont. Participants From Over 10 Faith Groups Booths…
Find out more »March 2017
Interfaith Passover Unity Seder
Led by Rabbi Laurie Hahn Tapper and Father George Aranha, this interfaith celebration of a Passover Seder will include Jewish, Christian and Muslim participants. Members of other Faith traditions are welcome, as well. RSVP by March 20 to Carol Rossi, 408-264-9786 or rossitwo@sbcglobal.net Questions: contact diane@jvalley.org or call 408-357-7504 Unity Seder Flyer
Find out more »April 2017
Film Premiere: St. Francis of Assisi and the Sultan of Egypt
During the Crusades, Saint Francis of Assisi risked his life by walking across enemy lines to meet the Sultan of Egypt, the Muslim ruler Al-Malik al-Kamil. This remarkable encounter, and the commitment to peace of the two men behind it, sucked the venom out of the Crusades and changed the relationship between Muslims and Christians for the better. Featuring dramatic reenactments and renowned scholarship, this amazing story is brought to life in "The Sultan and the Saint." Scholars interviewed include…
Find out more »Multicultural Shabbat Dinner
Community Shabbat Gathering for Solidarity and Friendship Whether you are Jewish, Muslim, Christian or do not identify with any religion, please join us for a multi-cultural, inter-generational Shabbat dinner. We will meet our neighbors, make friends and learn about different traditions. Participants will enjoy a vegetarian dinner, music, lively conversation and children's activities. Registration required. Adults $10; Children $5 to cover costs. Click here to purchase tickets and make reservations. Hosted by the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center in partnership…
Find out more »June 2017
Iftar Dinner in Palo Alto
Dear old, new and future friends, I would like the pleasure of your company for Iftar dinner at my home. Ramadan (month of fasting for Muslims) started on May 27th and I would like the pleasure of your company for an Iftar dinner. Dinner will be served at Sunset. Limited capacity : Please RSVP as soon as possible. Note: Please bring along folding chairs if you have them. Also bring warm outerwear. (might get cold) Best regards, Samina Sundas About Ramadan: Ramadan…
Find out more »Ramadan Open House at SBIA
The holy month of Ramadan will be commencing very soon, and Muslims all over the world are observing this time through abstaining from food, drink and other worldly pleasures during the daylight hours, spending time and money to help those less fortunate, and focusing on how they can improve themselves. As you know, SBIA traditionally hosts an Open House during Ramadan and we would be honored if you would attend as our guest. The event will include the following: 7:30…
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Ramadan Interfaith Iftar Dinner
The Art of Living Together: Building Relationships Please join us for an iftar dinner experience as we observe the holy month of Ramadan and help create a peaceful society by building new relationships. Please RSVP by June 12 to pacificasv.eventbrite.com Sponsored by Pacifica Institute, SiVIC, ING, Santa Clara University, St. Luke's Lutheran Church, United Nations Association
Find out more »September 2017
Meet A Muslim
You are invited to join us for an informal conversation and learn what it's like to be a Muslim member of our community. To date, Moina has held over 80 events, allowing many in the Bay Area to participate in an open dialogue; sharing honest questions and thoughts, receiving equally honest answers about Islam and the everyday life of a Muslim. Please bring an open mind and your questions.
Find out more »November 2017
Hearts for Justice: Toward Understanding: A Jewish, Christian, Muslim Conversation
Please join us for an interfaith conversation between leaders in the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths. Rabbi Sarah Weissman, the Reverend Matthew Dutton-Gillett, and Sheikha Maryam Amir will be our featured speakers for this event. In this dialogue, we are hoping to move beyond the great and formidable edifices of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which means also to move beyond the stereotypes that we tend to have about these great traditions. Instead, we hope to give one another a glimpse into…
Find out more »January 2018
Interfaith Celebration for MLK Day
To commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr.’s message of freedom, equality, justice and love, you are invited to an Interfaith Event Celebrating MLK Day joint prayers, exchange of ideas for dialogue, understanding & unity between communities. Focus on combining youth activities and more future endeavors Featuring: Bishop Patrick J. McGrath, Diocese of San Jose Congressman Ro Khanna, Representing the 17th District of California Fr. John Hurley Mehdi Raza Hasan, British political journalist, broadcaster & author Imam Aladdin EI-Bakri, American Muslim scholar and…
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