tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74246693342857692402009-11-05T09:49:59.301-07:00Encouraging Interfaith Dialogue to promote Pluralism, which is essential for world peaceAlmoonir Dewjihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17742581383383140919almoonir@gmail.comBlogger89125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7424669334285769240.post-13874623010337611712009-11-02T12:32:00.004-07:002009-11-02T12:48:13.942-07:002009-11-02T12:48:13.942-07:00

On October 15, 2009 the Inter-Faith Network of Calgary (IFNC) met at the Beth Tzedec Synagogue.Azim Jivraj, the Muslim representative on the executive of IFNC, provided the following summary of the session:Topics to be discussed were "What is the spiritual significance of climate change and humanity's role in it; what can I and my faith group do about climate change, etc."The evening started with

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre (1128 45th Ave. NE ) on Sunday, November 15 2009 at 2:30pm.Our theme for this year is:‘How is your faith tradition responding to the challenges of life in 21st century Calgary?'The discussions will be lead by Rani Murji and her topic is "Expression of faith through literature".Inter-Faith

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On October 7 and 8, 2009 Chaplain Mike Javier accompanied Grade 11 and 12 students from Father Lacombe High School (Calgary) and St. Martin de Porres School (Airdrie) to visit the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre, as part of the Canadian Centre for Diversity's "Discover Religious Diversity: Full day guided outing" program.The Catholic tradition is inclusive and respectful of other faith

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The parishes of St. Martin's Anglican and Knox Presbyterian have organized sessions on World Religions. They have invited speakers from various world religions to come and talk to them about their faith tradition.On October 7, 2009 it was an honour and a privilege to have been asked by Rev. Christine Conkin to present on Islam. The session was held at Knox Presbyterian Church (3704 – 37 St. SW).I

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by Beth Tzedec Synagogue (1325 Glenmore Tr. SW) on Thursday, October 15 2009 at 7:30pm.Our theme for this year is:‘How is your faith tradition responding to the challenges of life in 21st century Calgary?'Rabbi Saul Osadchey, the new Rabbi at Beth Tzedec, will be discussing the Jewish response to Gender issues and to the Environment.If you

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The Canadian Council of Christians and Jews - Alberta RegionA Fall DialogueMothers and Daughters in the HolocaustSunday, November 1, 20092:30 to 5:00 p.m.St. Cecilia’s Roman Catholic Parish321 - 90 Avenue S.E., CalgaryTickets: $10.00 (refreshments to follow)Presented by:Professor Doris BergenChancellor Rose and Ray Wolfe Professor of Holocaust StudiesDepartment of History, University of

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On September 19, 2009 Pastor Wagdi Iskander accompanied participants of a weekend conference to visit the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre:Part of the conference was to help Christian communities understand the diversity of Islam.Some of the participants visited the Ahmadiyya Muslim community's Baitun Nur mosque.Wagdi serves as pastor of Arabic Baptist Church and is a colleague on the

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Alliance to End ViolencepresentsMulti-Faith Walk to end family violenceSeptember 27, 2009 Location: Eau Claire MarketAddress: 202, 200 Barclay Parade S.W.Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.The Multi-Faith Walk to End Family Violence calls attention to the valuable and powerful role that people of faith have in ending violence in our families. Family violence knows no boundaries – it happens in all

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End of Life and Bereavement Practices - Alberta Children's HospitalOn June 9, 2009, I was invited to make a presentation about funeral services of the Shia Ismaili Muslim tradition to the health care professionals at the Alberta Children's Hospital in Calgary.The objective of the session was to provide the staff of the hospital an insight of funeral and bereavement practices of the various faith

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On May 23, 2009 I was invited by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Calgary to talk about Islam to adult students learning more about their faith. This particular session explored the Roman Catholic Church's (RCC) view of other religions. The objective of the class was to review what the RCC understands as the role of non-Christian religions in what Christians might call God's plan of salvation. The

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On May 21, 2009 Ms. Shelley Buckingham and students from the World Religions class of Western Canada High School came to visit the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre.World Religions introduces students to an exploration of religions around the world: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism. This course provides students with an awareness of the nature, place and function

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by Calgary's Bahái community on Thursday, May 28 2009 at 7:30pm. Please RSVP by May 22nd.We have been invited to share in a Devotional gathering. The description of the event below has been provided by Ramin Bogzaran:"The event we will be holding is what we call a Neighborhood Devotional Gathering. Bahái's around the world host regular

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The Canadian Council of Christians and Jews – Alberta Region Invites Clergy, Lay leaders and the Public to attend their:Annual Spring Breakfast DialogueUnderstanding Scripture: Jewish and Christian Perspectives - with a special look at Isaiah 53Wednesday, May 20th, 20098:30 to 10:15 a.m.Calgary Jewish CentreKindly Reserve by Tuesday, May 19thTickets: $10.00; Students: $5.00 (Breakfast Included)

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On May 4, 2009 Ms. Nicole Cameron, Ms. Michelle Kuss-Hornby and students from the World Religions class (Gr. 11 and 12) came to visit the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre, as part of the Canadian Centre for Diversity's "Discover Religious Diversity: Full day guided outing" program.I have had the opportunity to conduct numerous sessions for the Canadian Centre for Diversity. This session

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by Calgary Islamic Center (5615 14th Ave. SW) on Wednesday, April 22 2009 at 7:30pm. Calgary InterFaith Network of Calgary (IFNC) is an informal and grassroots group of Calgarians, belonging to several faith traditions, who have come together to promote goodwill and mutual understanding. We believe that this objective is best achieved by

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On March 4, 2009 I attended a very engaging roundtable discussion between local media and Muslims held at the Leacock Theatre of Mount Royal College.The panel consisted of the following:Robert Bragg - Professor of Journalism, Centre for Communications Studies, Mount Royal CollegeGraeme Morton - Calgary Herald (Faith Reporter)Faiz Jamil - CBC Calgary (Reporter)Aftab Sabir - CAIR-CAN (Board Member)

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by St. Matthew’s United Church (2035 26a St. SW) on Wednesday, March 11 2009 at 7:30pm.The issue for discussion will be "Ethics". We will be discussing Declaration Toward a Global Ethic by the Parliament of the World’s Religions .The 2008 - 2009 schedule can be found here.The theme for this year is: Issues Arising When Practising Your

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On February 26 2009, I had the pleasure of representing the Muslim-Christian Dialogue Group at the Multifaith Network Lunch.The lunch was sponsored by Faith and Common Good and was held at Temple B'Nai Tikvah.The objective of the meeting was to learn about and to celebrate all the wonderful interfaith work that is taking place in Calgary, and to collaborate with one another on various initiatives

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On February 12 2009, the Calgary's Sikh Society Gurdwara (Old Banff Coach Road/81 St SW) hosted the InterFaith Network of Calgary:Azim Jivraj, the Muslim representative on the executive of the InterFaith Network of Calgary, provided the following summary of the session:The session was conducted by the Priest Joginder Singh and facilitated by Mr. Jit Jandu in the lower area of the Gurdwara. Most

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This will be a historic event!We are launching the 1st Annual Interfaith Youth Festival on March 15, 2009.So please invite your family, friends, favorite teachers as well as your community youth leaders to our March 15 celebration.This will be an interfaith celebration of food, art and faith. We will have an exhibition on the shared value of compassion. Come to be inspired and learn from the next

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On February 18 2009, Chaplain Mike Javier and students from Father Lacombe High School visited the Calgary Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre: The tour was organized as part of the Canadian Centre for Diversity's "Discover Religious Diversity: Full Day Guided Outing" program. The following is a description of the program from their website:Canada has a great diversity of faiths and religions but most

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The next meeting of the IFNC for this year will be hosted by Calgary's Sikh Community on Wednesday, February 12th 2009 at the Sikh Society Gurdwara (Old Banff Coach Rd. & 81 St. SW) at 7:30pm.The issue for discussion will be "Engaging our youth"The 2008 - 2009 schedule can be found hereThe theme for this year is: Issues Arising When Practising Your Faith in 21st Century CalgaryInterFaith Network

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Bridges to a common futureBuilding a common future founded ontrust and understanding. Let’s make Calgary a city that shines with hope for future generations.*Learning from each other*Muslim and Christian friends invite you to join them in anInter-cultural Potluck Supper*Sunday February 25, 2009 - 4 pm - 7 pmSouth Calgary Community Association3130 16th Street SWCalgary, Alberta*Bring your

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My response in the Calgary Herald to the original article (below):Calgary HeraldPublished: Thursday, January 29, 2009Re: "Calgary next for atheist bus ads," Jan. 28.Atheists assert they are more humanitarian than those who tend to rely on God's intervention. If so, I suggest their message should be "There's probably no God. Now stop worrying and enjoy your life by serving humanity," a call to

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On January 18, 2009 the Ismaili Muslim Community hosted the Interfaith Network of Calgary at the Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre.The session was attended by 40 participants from the Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Sikh and Ismaili Muslim faith tradition.Rev. Tom Melvin brought a group of youth from Deer Park United Church to attend this session as part of the requirement towards their Confirmation.Jamil

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