St. Ignatius of Antioch (3151 Contra Loma Blvd., Antioch) Sunday, June 25th at 12:15 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 presentation followed […]
Sunday, June 25th at 4:00 pm at Hillcrest Congregational Church (UCC), 404 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Dr. Ejaz will present about his book and provide signed copies afterwards for those desirous of purchasing it. Introducing The Three Abrahamic Testaments: How the Torah, Gospels, and Qur’an Hold the Keys for Healing Our Fears […]
Hillcrest Congregational Church (UCC) (404 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill) Wednesday, June 28th at 6:00 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 presentation followed […]
Rossmoor Diversity Consciousness Committee, Creekside Clubhouse, Fairway Room Thursday, June 29th at 2:00 pm. The Defusing Hatred Program – aka Nonviolent Communication Skills 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 […]
You are invited to attend a World Refugee Day event put on by the East Bay Refugee Forum. Admission is free and there will be many resources for the refugees represented there, as well as food and entertainment. The event is open to the public and will be held at […]
Friday, June 30, 7:00 PM Poetry for Peace and Justice, a benefit for Haiti Emergency Relief Fund, will present readings by Susan Griffin, Rafael Jesús Gonzalez, Dennis Bernstein and Shanga Labossiere, followed by open mic at wheelchair accessible St. John’s Presbyterian Church 2727 College Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Donation requested $10 […]
Come to San Damiano with your child, enjoy a walk around the grounds, a book reading session in our gift shop, a snack, and a craft or activity. Free; donations accepted. Books: 7/3/17: "St. Francis of Assisi" by Joyce Denham and Elena Temporin 7/10/17: "Stellaluna" by Janell Cannon 7/17/17: "The […]
We will continue our retreat focus on the inner dimensions of both Christianity and Islam - the way of the heart. This retreat topic is on pilgrimage in both Christianity and Islam. The confirmed speakers include Father Tom Bonacci (Catholic), Rev. Kamal Hassan (Presbyterian), Rev. Alexis Easton (Methodist), Brother Mike […]
Shell Ridge Community Church (200 La Casa Via, Walnut Creek, Sunday, July 9th at 12:15 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 […]
Finding Peace in Broken Places: An Inspirational Talk by Sai Prasad SUNDAY, JULY 9, 2017, 4:00-6:00 PM Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall 1035 Carol Lane, Lafayette, CA 94549 After experiencing the plight of Syrian refugees in Turkey and Jordan, Sai Prasad dedicated his life to alleviating the sufferings of […]
JULY RELIGION CHAT The July Religion Chat will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 2020 Fifth Street, Livermore,on July 12, 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 […]
Please join us as we celebrate the start of Central Commons, our newest 30-home development in Fremont. These homes will transform a now vacant lot into a beautiful, thriving neighborhood where families can find the stability and security they need for a better future.
Please join Dr. Ejaz Naqvi at St Joan of Arc church in San Ramon on Friday July 14 at 7:00 PM. Address: 2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd. San Ramon … in the GYM. The topic is "Bible and the Quran: Similarities and Contrasts". As usual, his focus will be to highlight the similarities, […]
Good Evening relatives, Idle No More SF Bay, a group of Native Americans and our allies, has been organizing the Refinery Healing Walks to bring awareness to the five oil refineries along the Northeast San Francisco Bay since 2014. Mark your calendars for the last walk on Saturday, July 16th, which […]
As the late, great Louis Armstrong sings, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Join us on Sunday, July 16 for a New Orleans style afternoon with delicious savory and sweet bites, wine and refreshing sweet iced tea while 18-piece band CoolTones pays tribute to Satchmo and the unmistakable sounds of the Big […]
Building relationships, and bridges through sharing food and stories between immigrant and non-immigrants in Contra Costa County. Join us for a time of getting to know one another through table sharing and song and hearing how together we can form networks of protection for all in our community. Co-sponsored […]
The Richmond Ceasefire Citywide Walk unites north and south Richmond by walking with community members against gun violence. Starting at 5 pm from New Hope Missionary Baptist at 321 Alamo in the north, to Miracle Temple Apostalic at 2425 Cutting on the south, these walks have been bringing hope […]
The Christ that Francis envisioned and emulated was the one in whom all things find their being and through whom all things are held together and reach their fulfillment. Michael Crosby will show how Francis’ “way” was one that found him consciously connected/connecting to all things, recognizing them to be […]
San Ramon Valley United Methodist Church (902 Danville Blvd., Alamo) Wednesday, July 26th at 7:00 pm. Come early for Light Supper at 6:30 pm (Donation welcome for meal). The Defusing Hatred Program Learn nonviolent communication skills in a safe environment and develop tools for responding to uneasy situations and hate […]
You are invited to join us and meet a Muslim, someone who likely lives in your own community. These conversations have allowed many of your neighbors to participate in an open dialogue; sharing honest questions and thoughts, receiving equally honest answers about Islam and the everyday life of a Muslim. […]
Refugees without Refuge: Stories of LGBTQ refugees. Commonwealth Club 555 Post St. San Francisco On July 27 at 6:00 pm The speaker is Subhi Nahas, Human Rights Activist, Founder, The Spectra Project The moderator is: Arthur Slepian, Director, A Wider Bridge For info: www.commonwealthclub.org If you’d like to attend […]
Christ the Lord Episcopal Church (592 Tennent Ave., Pinole) Tuesday, August 1st at 7:00 pm. The Defusing Hatred Program Learn nonviolent communication skills in a safe environment and develop tools for responding to uneasy situations and hate speech. Enjoy an informative, visual presentation followed by conversation and hands on […]