Each year the International Day of Peace is observed around the world on September 21. The United Nations General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire. Come join Brother Mark Schroeder for a weekend retreat […]
This retreat is designed to be self-paced. You will receive weekly e-mails beginning Wednesday August 4 that take about an hour to read/view. Reverend Steve Harm and friends invite you to attend the 3 optional dialogue sessions being held at San Damiano on August 18 & 25 & September 1. […]
ICHANGE Program (Interfaith Chaplaincy Affirming a New Generation of Excellence). This is the committee that helps Rev. Julius Van Hook plan mentorships and service to the young people in Juvenile Hall, and those who have graduated that system. First Thursdays (December 3rd) at 3:30 pm. Topic: ICHANGE Meeting Time: […]
Meaningful Monday dialogue continues the first Monday of each month. We will share poetry, Interfaith children's books or readings that are meaningful to us during this season. The MLK Day Service recording is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkmCbvuoIGU&t=297s The Interfaith Council will host open Zoom Chat for an hour on the […]
Our next meeting will be Wednesday, December 9th at 3:30 pm! We meet on the 2nd Wednesdays of each month at 3:30 pm Online zoom link and call information: Meeting ID: 945 3383 8950 Password: 5878423 One tap mobile +16699009128,,94533838950#,,1#,5878423# https://us02web.zoom.us/j/94533838950?pwd=WEEwZGNVcFpobS9qazNIbG5EYS9EZz09 The Social Justice Alliance of the Interfaith Council […]
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS THE SERIES: APPRECIATING THE CAREGIVER During this annual tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to create awareness of the impact that Alzheimer’s disease has on the Latino/Hispanic community. My name is Sandra Green with the Alzheimer's Association. I work mostly with Hispanic/Latino constituents. I know that […]
Is There Still Time To Save The World? Why California must accelerate climate action and how bold policies can make us a global climate leader. Hosted by 350 Contra Costa Co-Sponsored by 350 Bay Area, Sunflower Alliance, Sustainable Rossmoor, Climate Health Now, Sustainable Contra Costa, Climate Reality Bay Area When: Sunday […]
Last Chance today!!!!Please vote for Winter Nights Shelter: We are excited to announce the finalists for the Becker Social Justice Award! This award will recognizes a project or ministry, led by a JustFaith Ministries graduate or group of graduates, that has created social change in their community, state, nation, or world with […]
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS THE SERIES: APPRECIATING THE CAREGIVER During this annual tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to create awareness of the impact that Alzheimer’s disease has on the Latino/Hispanic community. My name is Sandra Green with the Alzheimer's Association. I work mostly with Hispanic/Latino constituents. I know that […]
Palestine Museum US Art Exhibition and Breast Cancer Benefit Original artwork curated by Palestine Museum US presented for the first time in the San Francisco Bay Area at Woodhall Center 501 Orindawoods Dr., Orinda CA - September 18 4:00-7:00, 9/19 1:00-5:00. Silent Auction of original artwork from Gaza and the […]
Soul Food provides an opportunity to unite in a tranquil environment and reflect on inspiring themes and common threads that tie us all together. It features live music, audio-visual pieces and readings from faiths and philosophers, authors, leaders and indigenous cultures, from all over the world. The purpose of Soul […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Event: Remembering Those We've Lost SATURDAY, SEPT. 18, 2021 AT 9:30 A.M. CONTRA LOMA PARK, ANTIOCH Please join us for a compassionate engagement of culturally diverse speakers talking through a lived experience lens, lifting the names of our loved ones lost by suicide, inlcuding a special […]
2021-22 Interfaith Council Retreats! Nurturing the Beloved Community Postponed until Sunday, Feb. 6th from 3-6 pm online. Fourth in a 2021-22 series of seven quarterly retreats for everyone, from students to older people of any particular faith or life philosophy, to those with an Interfaith spirituality. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nurturing-the-beloved-community-retreats-tickets-138845042259 This retreat will explore Islamic […]
Big Questions Series – 2021 The Big Question this year is “What is the Purpose of Life?” with many sub-questions. The presentations and dialogues are on the 3rd Monday of the month from 2 to 3:30 pm each time. Feb. 15 – featuring Saiganesh from the Ananda community March 15 – featuring Dr. Nazeer Ahmed […]
Interfaith Immigration Roundtable. Monday, Sept. 20th at 4 pm online. We will hear from leaders from JFCS, IRC, Catholic Charities and others – sharing best practices as we prepare to help Afghani families, and the many others to follow. When: Sep 20, 2021 04:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Register […]
2021 ICCCC International Day of Peace Program Tuesday, September 21st at 7:00 pm online! Please join us for an online program, where we hear from local and regional peacemakers and their work, sharing some music, and then sharing with one another our own messages of peace. Leaders include: Father Tom Bonacci (IPP), […]
THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION PRESENTS THE SERIES: APPRECIATING THE CAREGIVER During this annual tribute to Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to create awareness of the impact that Alzheimer’s disease has on the Latino/Hispanic community. My name is Sandra Green with the Alzheimer's Association. I work mostly with Hispanic/Latino constituents. I know that […]
The Interfaith Center at the Presidio welcomes newly appointed Organist in Residence, Reverend James Parrish Smith - "Music on My Journey from Bach to Contemporary" on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at 4 pm. Join us Live in Person at the historic Presidio Chapel, 130 Fisher Loop, San Francisco, CA 94129. […]
CHRISTIANITY AND ISLAM: FRIENDSHIP AND CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES Religion has often been used to separate people and demonize those of another faith tradition. We believe, however, that a deep understanding of both Christianity and Islam will lead to the rejection of violence and extremism and affirmation of peace and coexistence. This […]
#GCC2021 Gospel Justice: Wrestling with White Supremacy Free Registration ends this Sunday – Sept. 19th – Register now Gospel Justice: Wrestling with White Supremacy As Christians who desire to follow God’s heart in seeking gospel justice and freedom for all, we seek to understand, acknowledge, wrestle with, and respond to white […]