Come Aside and Rest Awhile meditation day with Sr. Barbara Hazard
San Damiano Retreat 710 Highland Dr., Danville, CAThis day will be devoted to a quiet preparation. Time for us to come together in silence, practice Christian meditation, learn or renew how valuable reverent silence can be in our daily lives. This day will be focused on: • How to meditate • When to meditate • Why to [...]
Postponed: The Defusing Hatred Program at Peace Lutheran Danville
Peace Lutheran Church 3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville, CA, United StatesPostponed until a future date. Please see the home site for the link to all of the other offerings. Peace Lutheran (3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville), Saturday, June 10th at 10:30 am The Defusing Hatred Program Learn nonviolent communication skills in a safe environment and develop tools for responding to uneasy situations [...]
What do the Dead Sea Scrolls tell us about the Bible?
Grace Episcopal Church 130 Muir Station Road, Martinez, CA, United StatesMany people have heard of the Dead Sea Scrolls, but few people know what they say or why they are important. This lecture will shed light on how the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls has dramatically increased our knowledge of the history and text of the Hebrew Bible. Sidnie [...]
SAFE HARBOR Benefit Concert for Jewish Family and Community Services
Frieght and Salvage Coffeehouse 2020 Addison St., Berkeley, CA, United StatesIt's time to buy your tickets! Please join us for a special benefit concert supporting JFCS East Bay's services for immigrants and refugees. SAFE HARBOR featuring The Qadim Ensemble opening by World Harmony Chorus Monday, June 12, 2017 7:00pm doors / 7:30pm show Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse Berkeley $30 [...]
June Interfaith Interconnect Chat
St. Clare's Episcopal Church 3350 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, CA, United StatesThe June Religion Chat will be held at St. Clare's Episcopal Church, 3350 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton, on June 14, 2017, from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. The facilities will be open at 4:30 PM and close at 6:30 PM so that attendees can have a chance to make new friends [...]
The Defusing Hatred Program at Rainbow Community Center
Rainbow Community Center 2118 Willow Pass Rd., Concord, CA, United StatesRainbow Community Center (2118 Willow Pass Rd. suite 500 – upstairs, Concord) Thursday, June 15th at 6:30 pm. The Defusing Hatred Program Learn nonviolent communication skills in a safe environment and develop tools for responding to uneasy situations and best practices for interrupting harassment and hate speech. Enjoy an informative, visual [...]
Qal’Bu Maryam Women’s Mosque Speaker June 16th
Starr King School of the Ministry 2441 Le Conte Ave., Berkeley, CA, United StatesChocolate Extravaganza
Christ the Lord Episcopal Church 592 Tennent Ave., Pinole, CA, United StatesChocolate Extravaganza & Chocolate Contest at Christ the Lord Episcopal Church June 17 Come to Christ the Lord Church for tables laden with delicious chocolate creations, savory bites, a silent auction, and beautiful music. The annual Chocolate Extravaganza benefits Christ the Lord Church and the West County Consortium of the [...]
Introducing The Three Abrahamic Testaments: How the Torah, Gospels, and Qur’an Hold the Keys for Healing Our Fears by Dr. Ejaz Naqvi
Community Presbyterian Church 200 E. Leland Rd., Pittsburg, CA, United StatesSunday, June 18th at 10:00 am. Dr. Ejaz will be discussing his book with Rev. Will McGarvey during worship at East County Shared Ministry (Community Presbyterian & First Congregational), 200 E. Leland Rd., Pittsburg. Signed copies will be available during Fellowship Hour. Do the Qur’an and the Bible unite or [...]
Peacekeeping in the City: Congregations Responding to Gun Violence
San Francisco Theological Seminary 105 Seminary Rd., San Anselmo, CA, United StatesPeacekeeping in the City: Congregations Responding to Gun Violence Spend a week with renowned scholar, Rev. Dr. David D. Daniels III June 19-23, 2017: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm each day Gun violence touches every community, creating a lasting and terrifying effect of fear, mistrust, and further violence, tearing families and [...]