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The
Victoria Multifaith Society is pleased to announce some of the
activities and events of our members and like-minded
organizations of the region. These activities and events are not
necessarily endorsed by VMS.
| Dec. 5, 2010 |
CHANUKAH: Light of Freedom March
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Please join Congregation Emanu-El, with support of the greater Jewish community,
in this celebration of an integral theme of Chanukah: the light of religious freedom.
As a natural extension of our previous gathering in silence for the sake of peace,
those of other faith communities are invited to join us,
connecting in a spirit of joy, honouring the light of religious tolerance
and diversity here in Victoria.
We will meet at Spirit Square aka Centennial Square
at 5:30 pm on Sunday December 5, 2010,
and walk together down Government Street to Legislature,
holding light sticks and tea-light lanterns symbolizing the light of religious freedom.
There, in front of our democratic parliament buildings,
we will stand together as neighbors,
brothers and sisters and join in lighting a large Chanukah Menorah.
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last Friday of the month,
ongoing, 2010 |
The Dances of Universal Peace
The Dances of Universal Peace are moving to a new location - and a new time of the month!
We are moving to the Church of Truth, 111 Superior St., James Bay, meeting there, 7-9 pm., the last Friday of each month.
If you've never experienced the Dances before, you're in for an uplifting and fun evening. The Dances combine sacred chants from around the world with simple folkdance movements, all with the intention of creating peace where we are and peace on the planet, peace inside and out.
We teach every dance each time, so no experience is necessary. We are asking for a donation of $7 - $10 to cover the rental of the space.
Please come and join us in the Dances in this beautiful new space. If you have any questions, give me a call at 250-598-8243, or send an email. And invite your friends and family!
Many blessings, Baraka Khrystie Phoenix
kjphoenix@dancingflowers.com
Poster here.
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| Sept. 17 through October, 2010 |
Non-Violent Communication
Compassionate Communication workshops coming up in September & October, sponsored by Unity Church.
Information here.
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| Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 |
2010 Community Seminar
Writing and Religion: A Literary Forum
Saturday, November 6, 2010, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
University of Victoria David Lam Auditorium - Register
Four renowned Canadian writers address the place of religion, spirituality and contemplative practice in literature and the writing life.
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| Ongoing |
Spiritually Speaking - Times-Colonist Interfaith Blog
In May, the Times-Colonist began the Spiritually Speaking blog with a team of writers (roughly the same faith groups as those represented on the board of Victoria Multifaith Society) and guest writers submitting articles and fielding comments.
Faith groups are moderating on a rotating basis, one week each. Co-ordinator: Anna Bowness-Parks, committeebc@shaw.ca
Click on "comments" at the link above to post a response and continue the dialogue!
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| 2nd Friday of the month |
Bhakti Night
Church of Truth, 111 Superior, 6 - 9 pm, 2nd Friday of each month, 2010
poster here
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| Ongoing |
SPIRITTALK LIVE!
Journeys into Mind, Heart, and Soul
a weekly Internet radio program hosted by Rabbi Dr. Wayne Dosick
on
HealthyLife.net Radio
Every Wednesday
11:00 am Pacific 1:00 pm Central 2:00 pm Eastern
More information
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Ongoing |
Oneness Wednesdays
The Church of Truth -
Community of Conscious Living, in community partnership
with a rich diversity of Victoria’s spiritual groups &
individuals, invites people of all faiths and beliefs to
come together and experience the inherent Oneness of
Humanity.
Each Wednesday evening
will be honoured as a peaceful time for reflection or
meditation in order to nurture the self and the whole of
our global village. The sessions will be free or by
donation. Everyone is warmly welcomed!
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Ongoing |
Upcoming programs at Queenswood Centre, Arbutus Rd.
Queenswood Centre is an ecumenical centre operated by
the Sisters of Saint Ann, situated on wooded property
close to the University of Victoria and Cadboro Bay
beach and village.
For programs and activities, see:
http://www.queenswoodcentre.com/index.html
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Ongoing |
Upcoming programs at UVic Interfaith Services
Chaplains and representatives are appointed by local
faith communities, offering pastoral counselling, prayer
and meditation groups, learning circles, religious
education, retreats, and workshops on a variety of
topics in order to support the faith development of the
campus community. Also serves as a liaison between the
campus and religious groups in the greater Victoria
area.
http://web.uvic.ca/interfaith/
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