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October 2016
Center for Spiritual Enlightenment – 35th Anniversary
You are warmly invited to CSE's 35th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, October 21, beginning with a reception at 6:00 pm, followed by the formal program at 6:30. The program will be in our Temple of the Eternal Way on University Avenue, closest to The Alameda. Keynote address by Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian, CSE Founder and Spiritual Director. Preview Launch of Living for the Sake of the Soul, a new book by Yogacharya. Presentations by CSE Ministers, Board of Directors, and…
Find out more »November 2016
First Unitarian 150th Anniversary
Big 150th and 125th Anniversaries: Celebrating 150 Years of Making Love Visible Join us at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of our founding as well as the 125th anniversary of the laying of the cornerstone of our historic building. For 150 years this congregation has worked for compassion and justice in our community. We reflect on the gifts from the past that help us continue the work of building Beloved Community. Rev.…
Find out more »2nd Annual San Jose Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
At this time of year, when it is especially important for us to be thankful, we will join together with other organizations and congregations to share our gratitude as a community and give back. There will be a canned food drive for Second Harvest Food Bank. A communal reception will follow the service. For more information contact Yael: yael@templesanjose.org
Find out more »Palo Alto MultiFaith Thanksgiving Celebration
Gathering our Diverse Community for Thanksgiving and Healing – where Love is never-ending! Keynote Speaker- Rev. Floyd Thompkins, Director of the Center for Innovation in Ministry, San Francisco Theological Seminary. One of the most influential thinkers and creative doers in the entire Christian community. Call to Prayer from Our Many Faith Traditions; Dance, Music, Choir and Refreshments; Children are Welcome! A gratitude collection will be given to a local and global charity. For more information contact: Rev. Margaret Boles semfemmb@aol.com…
Find out more »Embracing Compassion: Thanksgiving Service
Join with members from a variety of faith traditions-Ohlone Indian, Jewish, Christian. Muslim, Hindu, Baha'i, Unitarian Universalist, Sikh, and Buddhist - in celebrating the spiritual practice of giving thanks. Offering will be received for LIFE ElderCare. Sponsored by the Tri-City Interfaith Council www.tcicouncil.org
Find out more »Los Gatos Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Participating: Baha'i of Los Gatos, Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints, Congregation Shir Hadash, Faith Lutheran Church, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, St. Mary's Catholic Church, Presbyterian Church of Los Gatos, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Los Gatos United Methodist, Chaplains from Good Samaritan, The Terraces, and Stanford Health Care.
Find out more »South County Interreligious Thanksgiving
The religious communities of South Santa Clara County are planning to come together for a celebration of Thanksgiving. We are thankful for all the people in our community of every faith! Come celebrate in worship followed by a cookie/coffee reception.
Find out more »51st Annual Saratoga Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Each year, congregations in Saratoga come together to give thanks to God for the blessings of church, home and country. This year, Congregation Beth David has recently completed a major facility renovation, and they’re excited to open their doors to the community. Thursday November 24, 2016 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Congregation Beth David Saratoga, CA 95070
Find out more »December 2016
Homeless Persons’ Interfaith Memorial Service & Film
An interfaith memorial service, featuring leaders from the diverse religious traditions of the South Bay, honoring the lives of people who died homeless in our community in 2016. Prayers will include Christian, Buddhist, Muslim, Wiccan and more. Then immediately after the memorial service... ...join us directly across the street at San Jose First United Methodist Church (24 N. 5th St.) for refreshments and “The Gift of Hospitality,”A short documentary film told by the guests, volunteers, and faith leaders of the…
Find out more »January 2017
Inaugurate Peace!
Meditation with Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian Join us for a time of meditation and inspiration as we reflect upon the rising tide of hope for peace at this time in our nation and the necessary transformation of our hearts and minds to bring it forth. We all want peace, first within our hearts, then within our family, then to our community, then across our nation and into the world. Our Inaugurate Peace noon meditation program is offered as a support for this.…
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