Compiled by Susan Orovitz
ISJC Mission Statement: To network and collaborate as we work to serve and promote systemic change for the common good; to educate and inspire one another to positive actions; to model interfaith cooperation; and to break down barriers as we work together for justice, right relationships, an end to violence and care for the earth.
Wednesday, September 7 • 7 p.m.
The Saint Rest Baptist Church has been a recognized champion for faith and justice in the Fresno community for 67 years. Celebrate the 5th Pastoral Anniversary of Reverend Shane B. Scott, senior pastor, with Reverend Dr. Jeremiah Wright, pastor emeritus of the Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago as the guest preacher. The evening will be filled with good singing and great preaching.
Sunday, September 11 • 10:45 a.m. (worship service)
Celebrate the 5th Pastoral Anniversary of Reverend Shane B. Scott, senior pastor, with Reverend Dr. Joe Samuel Ratliff, senior pastor of the Brentwood Baptist Church of Houston.
Sunday, September 18 • 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Women’s Health Day: Temple Beth Israel Sisterhood and Hadassah present a women’s health program. Important up-to-date information will be included on topics such as heart health, blood pressure and strokes, sleeping disorders, diet and exercise, memory loss, vision problems, healthy skin and hair, mental health, incontinence, the new healthcare laws and more. Coffee and snacks will be served at 9:30 a.m. and lunch at 11:30 a.m. All for $18. Save the date for a memorable day. Temple Beth Israel, 6622 N. Maroa Ave.
Sunday, September 18 • 3 p.m.–5 p.m.
Fresno Multifaith Exchange. Sikh Center of Pacific Coast, 2211 Highland Ave. (Highway 43), Selma. Both men and women please wear head covering and remove shoes before entering the Gurdwara. For more info, visit http://fresnomultifaithexchange.org/.
Saturday, September 24 • 10 a.m.–noon
Interfaith Meditation in the Park. Would you like to learn a natural way to eliminate stress and enhance peace and relaxation in your life? If so, then join us at Fresno’s Woodward Park, Riverview Picnic Shelter.
Friday, September 30 • 7:30 p.m.
“Islam: Faith versus Tradition,” a lecture by Hamid Entezam. Islamic Cultural Center of Fresno, 2111 E. Nees Ave. For more info, contact 559 297- 9535 or info@icfresno.org.
FAITH RESOURCES
Interfaith Alliance of Central California: To receive monthly e-mails, contact IACC secretary Janett Freeman at revnette@gmail.com.
Interfaith Social Justice Collaborative: For Facebook users, click “Like” on our Facebook page and you will receive updates.
Interfaith Youth Alliance: Learn more at www.ifya-net.org.
Multifaith Exchange: Visit http://fresnomultifaithexchange.org/.
List of Religious Holidays: Visit www.interfaithcalendar.org/2011.htm.
What To Do in a Mental Health Crisis: A Guide for Family, Friends & Law Enforcement: Clergy and faith leaders are increasingly finding themselves in the role of “first responder” to a mental health crisis. This free brochure offers practical information designed to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being during and after a mental health emergency. For a reproducible copy, e-mail davew@mha-cv.org. Published in 2010 by Mental Health America of the Central Valley.
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Susan Orovitz is the Community Alliance ISJC Faith Calendar coordinator and the ISJC e-mail coordinator. Contact her at sussieg@pacbell.net.
