Memphis Inter-Religious Group
http://MemphisIRG.org
page created 09/05/2017 There is an even
older history page at http://MemphisIRG.org/OldHistory.html
(roughly 2010-mid 2012)
OLDER HISTORY PAGE 2- some notes on past events (roughly
Aug 2012 - December 2015)
some are placed
here so people have the contact info-
(Yes, I've noticed they aren't in the right
order - I just move things in batches from the "events"
page.
I'll try to fix this someday. Does anyone actually
read this page? Maybe it needs to be replaced by a blog, or
discussion, for example.)
Items more recent than those below are on the events page or on the
History Page)
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2015
Opera Memphis will provide professional singers for events:
Dates are available from
November 30 - December 23. Prices vary based on length
of engagement.
Contact Morgan Beckford:
mbeckford@operamemphis.org or 901-634-5625.
December
1, 2015 6 - 8 PM, The Commons on Merton. Several
local charities.
LIVING TUESDAY: A special festive Open House
highlighting the great work being done by all the great
partners at The Commons on Merton on #GivingTuesday! Music
by Andrew Cohen.
258 North Merton Avenue Memphis, TN
38112 (Binghampton)
December 1, 6:30 PM. First Tuesday potluck supper,
Catholic Ministry to Gays Lesbians, etc., at
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (Marian Hall, directly
under the sanctuary, convenient to parking in the rear lot).
Feel free to come even without bringing food to share, there
is plenty. Speaker is Pastor Virzola Law of Lindenwood
Christian Church. She recently became Pastor of
Lindenwood and if you have not yet had the honor of hearing
her speak, you are in for a real treat! Followed
by ringing in the Christmas season with carols.
December 2, 5 PM, St. John's Episcopal. 45
minute family concert.
Free Family Concert Tuesday Dec. 2, 5pm
Concerts International is hosting a concert at Saint John's
for families with the Eric Ruske, Jennifer Frautschi &
Gloria Chien Trio of piano, violin, and French horn. The
performance is 45 minutes in length, family friendly and free.
December 2: 6:30 PM Healing our World: A Deeper Look
at Food./ The World Peace Diet. Unity Church of Practical
Christianity, 9228 Walnut Grove, Cordova.
Lecture-Presentation. Maybe music? Free, donations
accepted.http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening/dr-will-tuttle-presents-healing-our-world-a-deeper-look-at-food
December 3-4. Facing History
Educator Workshop: A New Approach to Teaching To Kill a
Mockingbird
This workshop introduces Facing History's new resource,
Teaching Mockingbird, which incorporates civic education,
ethical reflection, and historical context into a literary
exploration of Harper Lee's beloved novel.
Click here to Register
December
5, St. Jude Marathon (5K, half and full marathon)
December 6, 2 PM. Kallen Esperian concert, Germantown
Presbyterian Church. Kallen will treat the
audience to several solo selections, as well as singing John
Rutter's Magnificat, accompanied by the Chancel Choir and
Orchestra. Free.
December
6-7 Holiday Gift Market at Jewish Community Center.
9:30AM - 5 PM Sunday (opening party 10-11:30
AM), Monday 9 AM -6:30 PM.
December 6 3:30 -5PM Chanukah party,
sponsored by Chabad, at Home Depot (800
Truse Parkway).
Latkes, doughnuts, giant menorah, build your own menorah
(menorah - the candleholder for the eight candles of
Chanukah.)
Fun for all ages. Free.
December 7, 6 PM, Indian Cultural Center and
Temple, Eads. Last Karthika Somvar of 2015
Rudra Abhishekam. (Mondays during this Hindu month
are often opbserved as fast days, especially in South
Induia, with prayers to Shiva.)
Memphis Inter-Religious Group Party:
Let's get together on
Sunday December 13, 2-5 PM.
Light refreshments provided, bring something to share if you'd like.
At the Ordman's home, http://ordman.net/MapToOrdmans.html.
RSVP appreciated: edward@ordman.net or 327-9735
December
6 (evening) Start of Chanukah. [Ends
December 16] This is a minor Jewish holiday that
gains importance by its proximity to Christmas. It
celebrates a Jewish revolt against a Selucid king (a
successor of Alexander the Great) which is written up in
the Books of the Maccabees (Apochrypha - that is, they did
not get into the Jewish or Protestant Bibles.) You can
find a lot more detail at http://ordman.net/Edward/Chanukah.html
I very much like to give a talk, whenever
I'm invited, on "The Intertestamental Period": What
happened between the Old and New Testaments? Between
Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar? Why were the Roman
soldiers in Jerusalem and why were the Temple priests in
cahoots with them?
Many synagogue programs, gift sales, etc.
December 8, 6:30 PM. Pax Christi, the Roman
Catholic Peace Group, Pot Luck supper at the
Friends' Meeting House. (Feast of the Immaculate
Conception.) Walnut
Grove at Prescott. 3387 Walnut Grove. Msgr. Albert Kirk
will lead a discussion on the topic of Mercy. The Pope
recently announced a special year devoted to Mercy
starting Dec 8th. I gather that among other things there
will be special arrangements to forgive some things (e.g.
divorce.)
December 8, 7:30 PM - Chanukah Party at Chabad.
$20. Sushi, Salad, Desserts, open bar, trivia context,
menorah lighting, etc.
December 10, Thursday, Noon.
Tom Carlson and
Randall Mullins are planning an
Interfaith Prayer Service for Truth at
Noon at Adams and B.B. King Blvd.
(BB King Blvd - = 3rd Avenue. In the
case of bad weather, inside Calvary Episcopal
Church.)
December 11, 6 PM. Celebration of
Arts, Student Art Auction. Pleasant View
School, 1888 Bartlett Rd,
Memphis, TN 38134. A chance to visit the
Muslim "parochial" school.
December 12, 6:30 PM. Masjid Ar-Rahman [7906
Lowrance Rd, Memphis, TN 38125] $10, $5 online
Education program: "Tomorrow Never Came, the
redemption of Ka'b ibn Malik"
To Register Online: Click here
For more information, please
email 901ummah@gmail.com or
c
ontact Sameer Mansour at 901-238-5017 / Ali Elahi
at 901-517-3951.
December 13, 2 PM, Jewish Historical Society
Lecture at the Jewish Community Center.
Dr. Stephen Stein, Associate Professor of
History, University of Memphis: “David’s
Sling: The Development of the Israeli Defense
Industry”
December 13, 5:30
PM. at Clark Opera Center. Fundraising Dinner,
$20. American Muslim Advisory Council
Fundraiser, Sponsored by Memphis Islamic Center.
"Protecting our rights from the radical
right."
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/amac-2015-memphis-fundraising-dinner-tickets-19595582916
December 13, 2 PM
Sunday (corrected!)
Memphis
Inter-Religious Group Party:
Let's get together on December 13, 2 -
5 PM.
Light refreshments provided, bring
something to share if you'd like.
At the Ordman's home,
http://ordman.net/MapToOrdmans.html.
RSVP appreciated:
edward@ordman.net or 327-9735
December 13, 6 PM. Workers Interfaith Network. At
First Congregational Church.
A meeting to strategize about several cases of
stolen wages.
December 13, 4 and 7 PM -
Lessons and Carols, Choirs, at St John's
Episcopal Church.
Nov 29, first Sunday of Advent - the start of Advent,
as churches prepare for Christmas. There are far too many
programs to consider listing here. Many churches start
with a "hanging of the greens", decorating the church.
Many churches and other charities collect clothing or other
gifts for the poor or homeless, toys of poor children, and so
on. Many special services.
Examples:
December 5, Holy
Communion Episcopal Church, 9-11:15 AM. Contemplative
prayer, praying with scripture, walking the labyrinth.
More typical is Calvary Episcopal, downtown,
starting with
Sunday,
December 6: A Service of Advent Lessons and Carols
Join us at 4 p.m. for the
Anglican tradition of Lessons and Carols, celebrating the
coming of Jesus through a series of Bible readings
interspersed with carols and hymns of the season sung by the
Calvary Choir and Boys and Girls Choir.
St Mary's (Episcopal) Cathedral:
Sunday, Nov 29 - 9-10:45 am Advent wreath-making. Hot
cider, hot cocoa, carols, friends
Wednesday, Dec 2 - 6 pm Blue Christmas. Liturgy,
supper, conversation
Sunday, Dec 6 - 4 pm Rhodes College's 29th Annual
Christmas at St. Mary's Concert
Tuesday, Dec 8 - 7 pm Houston High School concert
Wednesday, Dec 16 - 6 pm Supper, wassail,
Caroling at Union Mission
Friday, Dec 18 - 7 pm Memphis Camerata concert
Balmoral Presbyterian:
Service of Lessons and carols,
Sunday Dec 20, 11 am (usual Sunday worship hour)
Christmas eve Candlelight service, Dec 24,
5 PM
December 14 - 19. Fill
the Toy Truck for underprivileged
children, Porter-Leath.
http://www.porterleath.org/toy-truck-home
December 16,Indian Cultural Center and Temple,
Eads : Subramanya Shashti
services 9 am, 6 pm
December 16 to
January 14: "The month of Dhanurmasa
is considered a very special month for religious
services. Lord Krishna declares in the Bhagavad
Gita: "I manifest the most in the month of
Margashira (also known as Dhanurmasa) among the
months of a year". For this reason, sages have
set apart this month to be completely focused on
devotional activities. According to tradition,
the Gods wake up early in the morning during the
month of Dhanurmasa. They perform special
prayers to Sri Maha Vishnu during the auspicious
period of Brahma Muhurta. It is said that
worshipping Lord Vishnu on a single day during
this auspicious period is equal to worshiping
Lord Vishnu with devotion for 1000 years.
During Dhanurmasa,
tributes are paid to Sri Bhudevi (Andal) through
the study and recitation of Tiruppavai, a
composition in Tamil. According to traditional
legends, Sri Andal (Bhudevi) spent her youth
pursuing her goal of realizing oneness with Sri
Maha Vishnu. She successfully achieved her union
with Sri Maha Vishnu through Bhakti or devotion.
Tiruppavai is a poem of 30 verses composed by
Sri Andal, in which she imagines herself to be
Narayana's bride, yearning to serve him in this
life and forever. She also describes the
religious vow (pavai) that she will take in
order to achieve this purpose.
During the month
of Dhanurmasa, daily Sri Venkateswara
Suprabhatam (morning hymns to wake up Sri
Venkateswara) is complemented with Tirupalli
Yeluchi, a Tamil composition of 10 verses from
Alwar's Divyaprabandham, followed by the
recitation of Tiruppavai. Devotees offer sweet
Pongal, Kara Pongal, and Pulihora as Naivedya
and distribute the same as prasadam to others
during Dhanurmasam."
services daily at 6 am,
6:30 am, 7:30 am.
December 17, 7 PM. Temple Israel. Live
from the 92nd St. Y . Video
simulcast of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, retired
Chief Rabbi of Great Britain. "Not in God's
Name: Confronting Religious Violence"
http://timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Live
from NY 17 Dec 2015.jpg
December 19, 9 AM - online event. "Bethlehem
Prayer Service", National Cathedral,
Washington, DC and the Evangelical Lutheran
Church in Bethlehem - simultaneous service
streamed online,
http://www.cathedral.org
and http://youtube.com/wncathedral
December 24 - Christmas Lights at Shelby
Farms. This has a much longer run - but
traditionally, Temple Israel recruits Jewish
volunteers to run this on Christmas eve so that
the usual volunteers can be with their families.
http://timemphis.org/sites/default/files/starry%20nights%202015.jpg
Temple Israel Museum has an exhibit "Chasing Dreams:
Baseball and Becoming American", until November 22.
http://www.timemphis.org/about-temple/museum
November 29, Sunday, 9:15 AM. Church of the Holy
Communion, Walnut Grove between Perkins. Rabbi Micah
Greenstein of Temple Israel will be guest speaker at the
Rector's Forum.
November 29 - Calvary Episcopal Church. Build
an Advent Wreath after services (about
11:15.) $10 for supplies. Calvary has an
inexpensive breakfast at 8:45 am, between the 8 am and 10 am
services.
October 15 - November 18. Jewish Literary and Cultural Arts
Festival, Jewish Community Center
Details at http://www.jccmemphis.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=jewishliterary&category=Culture&utm_campaign=Digest+Emails&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=22880255&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--UsYZBw1XAlNT0aQcweaNYuulgZOYH7RsxQ-t5NjK11N0RKpO4Oeeh6FRD_dMGRJniquZSlDSkgVQTN6AysgmCWt9Xsg&_hsmi=22880256
Remaining events Oct 21, Oct 29, Nov 10, Nov
12, Nov 18 Charges for most events. I have not
listed most of these below, so check the website.
November 11-14. Christian Community Development
Association (CCDA) National Conference is coming to
Memphis. Christian Community Development Association (CCDA) National
Conference is coming to Memphis on November 11-14, 2015.
November 12, The Debt of Tamar. 7:30 PM,
Jewish Community Center. $15 admission. Dr Stephen Tabachnick of U
of Memphis will discuss the novel with author Nicole Dweck.
"Join us as we learn about the stunning true story of Dona Gracia
Nasi, who inspired Dweck’s novel The Debt of Tamar. Born
into one of the world’s wealthiest families during the time of the
Inquisition, secret Jewess Dona Gracia Nasi was destined to become
one of the most sought after heiresses in all of Catholic
Europe—that is, until she became one of the most hunted. Having
secretly funded an underground movement that rescued Jews from the
flames of the Inquisition, she eventually had to embark on the
harrowing journey that would take her and her family from the hells
of persecution to an unlikely sanctuary in the Middle East: the
Ottoman Empire." Tickets at https://online.jccmemphis.org/OnlineEdge/showlist.html
(Personal note: I had a university student some
years ago - a Jew who had grown up in Turkey in a Jewish village
that had moved there from Spain in 1492, where the language on the
street was still Ladino, derived from 15th-century Spanish.)
November 13. Friday. About 1 PM Friday is the main
weekly service in mosques, the service with the
sermon. At Masjid Ar-Rahman the service starts at 1 PM, at
Masjid As-Salaam at 1:15 PM, and lasts just under an
hour. This Friday I gather that all mosques in the city
will be having a special collection to benefit earthquake
victims in Pakistan. (over 10000 homes destroyed.)
Tax-exempt contributions may also be mailed to Pakistan Association
of Memphis, 533 Greywood Lane, Cordova, TN 38018. Memo: Earthquake
relief fund.
Note: by all means visit a mosque if you have not. If you are not
comfortable sitting or kneeling on the floor, they will bring you a
chair.
November 13 6-7:30 PM U of Memphis - Cordoba
Society. American
Muslims: Native Born and Immigrants
University Center, Bluff Room (304)
(free)
Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-muslims-native-born-and-immigrants-tickets-19433552278?ref=enivtefor001&invite=ODcyMjUyOC9lZHdhcmRAb3JkbWFuLm5ldC8w&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&ref=enivtefor001&utm_term=attend
November 13, 7 PM, through Nov 22 . Women's Theatre
Festival of Memphis. One production this year is the
locally-written play A Box of Yellow Stars. A
Christian man (uncle of the author) married and divorced a
succession of Jewish women to get them away from the Nazis in
World War Two. The discussion panel following the Sunday
Matinee performance Nov 15 (2 PM at TheatreWorks) will include
Floridia Jackson and Edward Ordman.
http://www.womenstheatrefestivalofmemphis.org/
November 13, Friday, 7:30 PM Organ Recital at Calvary
Episcopal Church, downtown. The organist of St. Paul’s
Cathedral in London, Simon Johnson, Followed by a reception.
Calvary, incidentally, has a remarkably good newsletter - see
http://calvarymemphis.org/chroniclenewsletter
November 14, 11AM - 3PM. Chili Cookoff to
benefit Exceptional Foundation of West Tennessee (helps people with
disabilities.) Tiger Lane at the Liberty Bowl. Temple Israel
enters a team, who else does?
http://ww.efwtn.org
November 15, 9 - 1. Special Chanukah gift sale at the Temple
Israel Judaica shop.
http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Chanukah%20Marketplace.jpg
BLOODMOBILE at Temple Israel 8:30-1, Nov 15.
If you wish you can reserve at time at
https://ww2.clublifeblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/56400
November 15 1 PM. Jewish Historical Society. “Yitzhak Rabin
– Personal Reflections on Israel’s Man of War and
Peace” Jewish Community Center. Speaker
Dr. Ralph Nurnberger has taught at Georgetown University since 1975.
November 15 - see Nov 13-22 Above. Discussion after the
production of "A Box of Yellow Stars."
November 17, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Web Seminar by
Teaching Tolerance: Learning about Rosa Parks.
This is excellent resource material for teachers in
public schools, Sunday schools, etc.
https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=1083434&sessionid=1&key=49F386DCC4C06F0A085CF216965619DA®Tag=&sourcepage=register
But you need not be there at this hour for the excellent
materials about Civil Rights from Teaching Tolerance or the
Library of Congress: see http://www.tolerance.org/ttm
Nov 17 Third Tuesdays, 6:30 PM. Writers Group at Episcopal
Church of the Holy Communion. Writers of all
genres, and listeners, are welcome.Notify
cmodisett@holycommunion.org if would like to read (5 minutes) or
come to listen.
Topics: October 20 - Bridges. Nov 17 -
Grits Dec 15 - Tis the Season Jan
19 - Beginning Again
Feb 16 - A Fine Romance March 15 - Lift Every
Voice April 19 - Health and
Healing
May 17 - Something Borrowed June 21 -
Walking in Memphis (Found texts) July 19 - Roots and
Branches
November 17, 3:30-6:30 PM. Love the Stranger: The Call
to Rescue in Moments of Crisis. A Facing History
Seminar intended primarily for teachers; the web site has
information links that may be of interest even if you are not
attending the seminar. (happens at St. Mary's School)
https://www.facinghistory.org/events/wq2015mem5-love-stranger-call-rescue-moments-crisis
November 17, Lecture, "Egyptology in Nazi Germany: Ideology
and Careers in a Humanistic Discipline."
Reception 6:15, Lecture 7 PM. Fountain View Room, University Center,
U of Memphis.
Info at http://www.memphis.edu/egypt/events/index.php
November 19, 6 PM. Annual Joint Thanksgiving Dinner,
Heartsong Church and Memphis Islamic Center. A
particularly special event, as the friendship between these two
houses of worship has had national publicity - favorable
publ.icity for both interfaith activity and for Memphis!
http://www.heartsongchurch.net/#/im-new-here/where-we-are
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/
November 19, Benjamin Hooks Institute
Lecture: Douglas Blackmon, Slavery by
Another Name.
(treatment of US Blacks, Civil War to WW II) Rose Theater,
University of Memphis.
5:30 reception, 6 PM lecture.
November 19 Marcus Orr Lecture Series ,
University of Memphis.
Emanulle
Oliveira-Monte, Vanderbilt Reception
at 5:40 PM, lecture at 6 PM
Obama
is Brazilian: (Re)Signifying Race Relations in Modern Brazil
For more
information about these events this semester, please see the
website: http://www.memphis.edu/moch/, like
it on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umMOCH,
or follow it on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mochatmemphis.
November
22nd Sunday,
3:30
to 6:00 PM
Indian Cultural Center and Temple
A
Carnatic Music Vocal Concert By Yuva Kala Bharathi
Rithvik Raja
accompanied by Artists on Violin & Mridangam. Some more info
at http://rithvikraja.in/
November
22, 7:30 PM. 7:30 PM. ASBEE Synagogue. Cantorial Concert (Free).
Cantorial, Opera, Yiddish, Broadway, & More. Aryeh Samberg and
two New York Cantors.
More info at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tie60CVE0521Bwrh86V2Poqye4IZY9pvp3maQAz1CqQ/edit
November 24, Tuesday, 7 PM. Interfaith Thanksgiving
Service
Church of the Holy Spirit, 2300 Hickory Crest Drive,
Memphis
The Reverend Hester Mathes will be offering the Christian
perspective alongside Jewish and Muslim reflections on "What does
it mean to be a refugee within our respective faith traditions?"
in this inspiring, annual ecumenical service.
Temple Israel, Balmoral Presbyterian, which others?
November 28 - Community dinner and discussion, Masjid
Al-Noor http://www.masjid-alnoor.org/
Oct
25- Nov 5.(except Oct 30-31) Garden bulb sale by Temple Israel
Sisterhood. In the pool house behind
the Jewish Community Center. They have plenty of bulbs to sell
even if you did not pre-order.
November 3 - Balmoral Presbyterian Church.
Memorial Service for Carol Francisco. Visit family, 1
PM. Service at 3; reception.
Mrs. Francisco was very active in League of Women Voters,
American Assn. of University Women, etc.
November 3-10: Memphis Independent Film Festival.
I can't think of an interfaith reason to mention this, but since I
have a granddaughter who wants to be a zookeeper I have to mention
that opening night is about the zookeepers of Memphis.
http://us7.campaign-archive2.com/?u=5d44ba9da43ec1444e54b0eb9&id=895699f26d&e=131abc9660
Full schedule at https://indiememphis2015.eventive.org/schedule?mc_cid=7ccdd7da9f&mc_eid=131abc9660
November 4-5 - Memphis Reads: What is the What:
The Autobiography of Valentino Achak Deng by Dave Eggers
Talk at Rhodes College Nov 4, reception 5:30, talk at 6; Book
talk and book signing Nov 5, 7 PM.
Poster at http://memphisirg.org/
RhodesCC_2015-6.pdf
November 5, 2 PM, Calvary Episcopal, downtown. Memorial
Service for Jo Potter (this would have been her 80th
birthday.)
She was active in organizing the Lenten Preaching Series,
among many other forms of community service.
November 5, 12:30-2 Brown Bag Lunch, Slavery and the
Slave Trade in the Medieval Mediterranean.
Hannah Barker of Rhodes College, at U of Memphis Shelby Room,
Rm 342 University Center. From the abstract: "Christian and
Muslim slave owners actively exchanged slaves and idea about
slavery..." http://www.memphis.edu/moch/
(way off to lower right)
November 5, Thursday
Marcus Orr Lecture Series, University of Memphis.
Eric
Cline Reception
at 5:40 PM, lecture at 6 PM
1177
BC: The Year Civilization Collapsed
For
more information about these events this semester, please
see the website: http://www.memphis.edu/moch/, like
it on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umMOCH,
or follow it on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mochatmemphis.
November 5 - 8 - Fundraiser,. "Arcade at St. George's",
Antiques and much else. Admission charge, fundraising
events.
Schedule and details at http://stgchurch.org/index.php/arcade
Fundraiser Thursday evening
Benefits MIFA, Church Health Center, Emmanuel Center, Door of
Hope.
2425 South Germantown Rd.
November 6, 11 AM- 2 PM, Kosher Barbeque. The
Kosher deli at the Memphis Jewish Home, 36
Bazeberry Rd, Cordova, now has a program of special events.
There will be a Chinese dinner on Nov 11at 6:30 PM. there are
also special meals available each Friday evening (eat in or
take out, but arrange in advance). The special dinners are
fairly expensive (e.g. $18 to $28). http://thenoshmemphis.com/
November 6-8, 2015, Donald Davis Storytelling at Balmoral
Presbyterian Church.
Nov 6 and 7 at 7 PM, Nov 8 (part of the Sunday
Service ) 11 AM. One of the great storytellers, highly
recommended.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=05b007cb-e0f5-4983-a74a-effc041a0f32&c=1eac9ce0-f08d-11e2-8fae-d4ae529ce48a&ch=1eafd130-f08d-11e2-8fae-d4ae529ce48a
Donald Davis TED talk at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wgeh4xhSA2Q
Nov 6- 8. A Roman Catholic conference, "Call to Action",
in Milwaukee, will have some talks
live-streamed.
http://cta-usa.org/live-stream/
November 7, 11 am - 1 pm. Turkish Cooking Class (Ladies). Make
Baklava. and Kisir. Free. details at
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-turkish-cooking-class-tickets-18704983108
November 7 9:30-4:30 and Nov 8, 9 - 2 PM, The Episcopal
Bookstore (at St. Mary's Cathedral, 700 Poplar)
has an open house with a special selection of gifts. Local
artists and gifts from all over - Ireland, Germany, Vietnam...
November 8, Sunday, Church of the Holy Communion (Walnut
Grove between Perkins) - the 10:30 AM service will have Gabriel
Faure's late-19th-century masterpiece, a Requiem mass.
November 9, 7 PM. Concert, Church
of the Holy Communion (Walnut Grove between
Perkins).
Violinist Benedict Goodfriend and pianist Cara Ellen Modisett
We welcome back to Memphis Benedict Goodfriend of the Kandinsky
Trio for an evening of music by Dvorak, Massanet, Sibelius,
Bloch and others!
November 10, 7:30 PM, Jewish Community Center. Ambassador Dennis
Ross will speak with Rachel Shankman,
formerly of Facing History and Ourselves, about his new book, Doomed
to Succeed: The U.S.-Israel Relationship from Truman to Obama.
$15 admission.
Nov 11. SOUL Supper at St. John's Episcopal Church. Food
5:45, speaker 6:15.
October 15 - November 18. Jewish Literary and Cultural Arts
Festival, Jewish Community Center
Details at http://www.jccmemphis.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=jewishliterary&category=Culture&utm_campaign=Digest+Emails&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=22880255&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--UsYZBw1XAlNT0aQcweaNYuulgZOYH7RsxQ-t5NjK11N0RKpO4Oeeh6FRD_dMGRJniquZSlDSkgVQTN6AysgmCWt9Xsg&_hsmi=22880256
Remaining events Oct 21, Oct 29, Nov 10, Nov
12, Nov 18 Charges for most events. I have not
listed most of these below, so check the website.
Oct 20 Third Tuesdays, 6:30 PM. Writers Group at
Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion. Writers
of all genres, and listeners, are welcome.Notify
cmodisett@holycommunion.org if would like to read (5 minutes)
or come to listen.
Topics: October 20 - Bridges. Nov 17 -
Grits Dec 15 - Tis the Season
Jan 19 - Beginning Again
Feb 16 - A Fine Romance March 15 - Lift Every
Voice April 19 - Health and
Healing
May 17 - Something Borrowed June 21 -
Walking in Memphis (Found texts) July 19 - Roots
and Branches
Oct
25- Nov 5.(except Oct 30-31) Garden bulb sale by Temple
Israel Sisterhood. In the pool house
behind the Jewish Community Center. They have plenty of
bulbs to sell even if you did not pre-order.
October 13-22, Brahmotsavam and Navaratri Celebrations,
Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads.
http://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/Navaratri2015
October 15-18. 60th anniversary Celebration
of Beth Sholom Congregation. Lunch and Learn (bring
a kosher lunch) with a visiting artist October 15., art
opening 6 PM with talk at 7, dinner evening of October 16,
and so on. Information 289-9800, reservations
683-3591
October 17-18 Universal Fest. Sandeep Pednekar
invites people to
"The UNIVERSAL FEST that promises to be the
exciting event, an exhilarating occasion for all and a
celebration filled with fun, food, frolic and friendship."
https://www.facebook.com/events/402684833118614/
at
Cummings
Street Missionary Baptist Church (Winchester)
8800 Winchester Rd, Memphis,
Tennessee 38125,
October 17, and October 24, 8 PM. Ras-Garba at Indian
Cultural Center and Temple. A colorful dance festival,
for an article about it see
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/09/27/garba-dance-navratri_n_5885188.html
October 18, 3-5 PM. Art Workshop, Jewish Historical
Society.
The MJCC will offer a special
workshop for Jewish Historical Society with Israeli Artist
in Residence, Shirel Horovitz, on Sunday October, 18 from
3-5 pm in the MJCC Art House (located near the front
entrance). Below is a description of the workshop and the
information to RSVP.
Workshop Description:
Using various techniques of collage, two
dimensional sculpting and paper work, participants will
explore the relationship between their own Jewish identity
and the layout and history of Memphis. The works and objects
created in the workshop will remain in the artist’s studio
to either inspire or be part of the larger installation that
will open in the gallery on November 11. No prior art
experience necessary. Maximum 15 participants per workshop.
Sign up for this workshop by contacting
Heather Kufert, MJCC Director of Jewish Innovation and
Engagement, at hkufert@jccmemphis.org or (901)
259-9227. Limited spaces
available for workshops. Priority will be given to each
workshop group, but everyone is welcome to sign up!
October 18, World Kosher Barbeque Championship, ASBEE
synagogue, http://www.asbeekosherbbq.com/
120 East Yates Road North ( a few blocks north of Walnut
Grove, just inside the expressway.) Morning through
mid-afternoon, I think.
Not a big as the Memphis (pork) Barbeque competition, but plenty of
barbequed beef and chicken, chances to taste for free and for sale.
This has developed enough of a national reputation that copycat
competitions have started in other cities. Do I really have the
nerve to show up wearing the T-shirt my grandson sent me which
announces that the barbeque in Kansas City is better? (I'm probably
at least moderately safe, since the shirt is printed in Hebrew.)
October 18, Sunday at 3:00pm: 10th Anniversary
Celebration of Catholic Ministry with Gays and Lesbians
with honored guest and ministry founder: Bishop J. Terry
Steib. "We are celebrating 10 Years of CMGLP ministry on
October 18 at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception at 3:00 and
Bishop Steib will be present as our founder and special guest of
honor. We want everyone to come and let our Bishop know what
this ministry has meant to each of us through the years. We
also want to give him a booklet of "Thanks" with our personal
stories of thanks in our own words. Please consider
taking time to write him a private letter of thanks and let him
know what this ministry has meant to you."
Contact: btrouy@yahoo.com
October 20, Tuesday, 6PM "Family Values in Abrahamic
Traditions." A MAJOR INTERFAITH EVENT.
AT MIFA
Speakers: Rabbi Ilan Glazer, Beth Sholom Synagogue
Pastor R. Meade Walker, Castalia Baptist
Church
Imam Anwar Arafat, Masjid Ar - Rahman
Sponsored by the Atlantic Institute. These are
speakers not to be missed. memphis@turkishhouse.org
www.theatlanticinstitute.org
Reception Dinner at 6 PM (Turkish and vegetarian foods.)
RSVP at
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/table-of-abraham-dinner-organized-by-atlantic-institute-mifa-family-values-in-abrahamic-traditions-tickets-18879056767
October 21, 5:45 PM. Calvary Episcopal.
Lives Worth Saving and Friends of Thistle Farms
Have you been curious about Calvary’s ministries for
vulnerable women? Meet Eyleen Farmer and Madge Deacon in the
Matthew Room on Wednesday, October 21 at 5:45 p.m. to learn
what is happening with Lives Worth Saving and Friends of
Thistle Farms. You will hear about the evolution of these
ministries and how you can get involved. Even if you don’t
want to volunteer, simply show up and learn what’s going on.
If you cannot attend either event, please contact Eyleen by
phone or email: 901-210-1615 or efarmer@calvarymemphis.org.
October 22, Marcus
Orr Lecture Series - the Shaheen Lecture, University of
Memphis.
Nicholas
Watson, Harvard University Reception
at 5:40 PM, lecture at 6 PM
The
Word of God in the Mother Tongue, or Why Most of What We
Assume About the History of Bible Translation is Wrong
A remarkably good lecture series, a remarkable
scholar, and a remarkably apropos subject!
For
more information about these events this semester, please see
the website: http://www.memphis.edu/moch/, like
it on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/umMOCH,
or follow it on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mochatmemphis.
October 24, Saturday. 2-4 PM
Trunk or Treat. Kids 12 or under invited to come in
costume and "trick-or=treat" from decorated car trunks,
parking lot of St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
October 24, 6-9 PM. Fundraising Dinner
for Syrian Refugees. assorted sponsors including the
Syrian American Medical Society.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/syrian-refugees-crisis-fundraising-tickets-19051888712
Cost is $22.09 online, #20 if you buy a ticket at a local mosque.
Or donate without coming to dinner, at https://www.crowdrise.com/supportsyrianrefugee3/fundraiser/memphisislamiccenter
October 24. Calvary Episcopal, downtown
- Lobsterpalooza. A fundraising dinner for Room
at the Inn. - Lobster for $25 each or Barbecue for $10 each.
5:30 and 7 PM seatings.
October 25, 1-3 PM. Workshop on the Power of Forgiveness.
$35 charge. Unity Church of Practical Christianity
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening
October 25, 2 PM, Daniel Pearl "Harmony for Humanity"
Concert, U of M University Center Theater. Free.
Musical performances by local performers and an awards
ceremony to a local community person who has used his/her
talents and skills to foster tolerance, build bridges and promote
friendship and understanding, reflecting the legacy of Daniel Pearl.
For more information, contact Morris S. Fogelman Jewish Student
Center
at Hillel of Memphis at 901.452.2453 or e-mail at
hillelofmemphis@bellsouth.net
https://www.memjfed.org/jcp-news/hillel-of-memphis-to-host-the-6th-annual-harmony-for-humanity-concert
This year Pearl
BBG has chosen to honor Otis Sanford with the 2015 Daniel Pearl Legacy
Award. "Professor
Sanford's career as an outstanding journalist, teacher, TV
commentator and columnist more than qualifies him for this
award,"
October
26, Monday, 5 PM University of Memphis. The Muslim
Student Association is hosting "Uncensored" on
October 26th in the UC Bluff Room (University Center)
5PM-8PM. In this event, they will discuss avoided topics and
spread awareness of tragedies happening around the world.
October
28 - 7 PM first of six Wednesday evenings. "Journey of
the Soul". $99 including textbook. Chabad
Lubavitch, 2570 Kirby Parkway. Where does the soul go after
it departs the world? Info 901-754-040
Jewish Learning Institute, http://www.myjli.com/
October 29. Church Health Center Workshop. "The
14th annual Conference for Clergy and Congregations, presented by
St. John's United Methodist Church, Methodist Le Bonheur
Healthcare, and the Church Health Center is Thursday, Oct. 29,
2015 at Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. This year's
conference is focused on the church's response to violence and
will feature keynote speaker Dr. Scott Stoner, director of the
Samaritan Foundation for Church and Family Wellness. Admission is
free, but space is limited to the first 300 registrants. Deadline
to register is October 21, 2015. To register, please call
901-261-8833 or log on to churchhealthcenter.org/faithhealthseries."
October 30, Friday, 7:30 PM - Vanderhaar Symposium.
One of the major interfaith events of the year.
Sister Simone Campbell (recently here with
"Nuns on the Bus") speaking on "Mend the Gap, Heal the
Divides"
First Congregational Church, 1000 South Cooper, Memphis 38104.
"Sister Simone Campbell has served
as Executive Director of NETWORK since 2004. She is a
religious leader, attorney and poet with extensive experience in
public policy and advocacy for systemic change. In Washington,
she lobbies on issues of peace-building, immigration reform,
healthcare and economic justice. Around the country, she is a
noted speaker and educator on these public policy issues.
During the 2010 congressional debate about healthcare
reform, she wrote the famous "nuns' letter" supporting the
reform bill and got 59 leaders of Catholic Sisters, including
LCWR, to sign on. This action was cited by many as critically
important in passing the Affordable Care Act. She was thanked by
President Obama and invited to the ceremony celebrating its
being signed into law...."
https://www.facebook.com/events/399681920221541/
http://www.gvanderhaar.org/
Poster at Sister_Simone_Heal_the_Gaps_Poster.pdf
October 31, Workshop
on connecting with newcomers to the church. Holy
Communion Episcopal Church, 9 am - 3 pm. Free but rsvp to
Elizabeth Coldiron, minister of
hospitality, 767-6987 ext 23. Main speaker is Mary Palmer, http://www.maryparmer.com/
October 31, 7 PM.
Halloween Concert (Organ concert: Phantom Phavorites) at
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral. Bach's
Toccata and Fugue in D minor, Boellmann's Toccata Gothique,
and more. Selections from Webber's Phantom will be sung by
St. Mary's choir members
November 1 is All Saints Day
on church calendars (Hallowe'en is the eve of All
Saints Day, historically.) Some churches have special events
-
Calvary has a 10 am concert, below.
St. John's Episcopal has Choral Evensong with Memphis BoyChoir,
GirlChoir, and Chamber Choir at 4 PM.
Church of the Holy Communion, Episcopal (Walnut Grove between
Perkins) has a choral evensong at 5:30 followed by a
shrimp dinner at 6:30 (fundraiser, $25). Reserve early
for the shrimp dinner!
Nov 1, 10 AM Concert at Calvary Episcopal Church,
downtown. Part of a series by the Friends of Music
at Calvary, a new program.
http://www.calvarymemphis.org/friends-of-music
- a trumpet and organ recital with Scott Moore, principal
trumpet of the Memphis Symphony, on Friday, September 18;
- a Requiem mass by Gabriel Fauré,
accompanied by orchestra, on the Feast of All Saints' at the 10
a.m. worship service on November 1;
- the Christmas Eve prelude at 10:30 p.m., featuring the
Christmas portion of Handel's Messiah for
choir and orchestra;
- the Steuterman-Hardison organ recital,
featuring Simon Johnson, organist of St. Paul’s Cathedral,
London, on Friday, November 13; and
- a light-hearted night at a choir cabaret in April 2016.
November 1 , Mitzvah Day at Temple Israel. "It
takes a village to heal a broken world". "Mitzvah" very
roughly translates as "good deed", and the goal of Mitzvah day
is to get as many member of the congregation as possible out
doing something good for the community. People go out and work
with a large number of different charities and projects
throughout the city.
November 2, Facing History and Ourselves
annual fund-raising dinner. $250. This
disser is one of the premier interfaith events in the city
- always a packed ballroom and an outstanding and
compelling speaker, well worth it if you can afford it.
The speaker this year is Byan Stevenson. His memoir is "Just
Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption." Human
interest lawyer, social justice activist. He's an
interesting wnouigh person to justify an internet search
on him. See e.g. https://www.ted.com/speakers/bryan_stevenson 901-452-1776
September, date(s) to be announced: Facing History will have
free streaming of a video "Facing Fear"
Worlds collide when a former neo-Nazi skinhead and the gay
victim of his hate crime attack meet by chance 25 years after the
incident that dramatically shaped both of their lives..... Facing
Fear is an Oscar-nominated 23-minute documentary that
explores their journey of forgiveness.
facinghistory.org.
Watch the Trailer
Download the Discussion Guide
Sept 27 at sunset is the start of the Jewish festival of
Sukkot. This is an eight-day holiday, commemorating
the forty years in the wilderness between leaving Egypt and arriving
in The Promised Land. The traditional celebration includes eating
meals outdoors in a temporary "booth" or "sukkah".
It ends with "Shemini Atzeres", for which the Bible says "On the
Eight Day you shall have a solemn assembly" but neglects to say why.
The practical solution has been to introduce a matching non-biblical
holiday, "Simchas Torah", "The rejoicing of the Law", or the
"Celebration of Torah." The annual cycle of the what churches
would call "the first lesson" in the synagogue involves reading
through the entire first five books of the Bible every year -
typically six chapters each Saturday morning. On Simchas Torah one
reads the last few lines of Deuteronomy, rewinds the scroll, and
reads the first few lines of Genesis. It is a colorful
ceremony well worth visiting even if you are not Jewish. Frequently
there is dancing, in which people dance while holding scrolls of the
Torah or do line dances led by someone holding the Torah. There will
be parties and programs at most or all of the synagogues; I'll get
more up within a day or two. (I was slow on this!)
Sunday Sept 27, 5:30 PM - Temple Israel Sukkot
Party - picnic on the lawn. Food trucks available or
bring your own (bring blankets and/or chairs). Free Ice Cream.
RSVP https://timemphis.wufoo.com/forms/sukkot-service-and-food-truck-fest-2015/
Sunday October 4, Temple Israel - Simchas Torah - reception
with very light refreshments 5:30 PM, service at 6 PM, good service
for kids, lots of music. Morning Service / memorial service, Oct
5 at 98 AM. As the Jewish "denominations" differ by one
day on the length of some holidays, more traditional
synagogues will celebrate this Monday night and Tuesday - e,g.
6:45 PM Monday October 5 at Or Chadash, 6629
Massey Lane
6:20 PM Oct 5 at Chabad (2570 Kirby Parkway (long
party, I expect) and again 10 Am Tues Oct 6
and somewhat similar at ASBEE, Baron Hirsch, Beth Sholom, etc.
Hours vary so check if you want to be there at the beginning.
October 2, 7:30 - 9 AM. Barrister's Breakfast at Calvary
Episcopal, downtown. Local Lawyers serve breakfast (to
anyone), for $10 going to Memphis affiliate of Susan G. Komen for
the Cure in the fight against breast cancer. In their
newsletter at
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=53f243fa80&e=2f75c3ec8d
October 3. Church Fair, Berclair Baptist Church,
Summer and Perkins. There are far too many
church fairs to mention all of them, but I couldn't help noticing
one with the signs advertising food, games, petting zoo, and so on
all bilingual English-Spanish. The church was in the news five years
ago when it declined to sell its property for a CVS pharmacy
(Walgreens is diagonally across the street, and at about that time a
couple of historic Memphis Churches were sold to Walgreens and
CVS.) History: http://www.memphisdailynews.com/news/2010/sep/16/church-says-no-to-cvs/
October 3, all day. "Ghost River". Canoe-Kayak tour of a
stretch of the Wolf River, organized by Church of the
Holy Communion.
Charge. Reserve in advance. https://www.facebook.com/events/742576332514165/
October 3, Saturday, 11 AM - 1 PM. Turkish cooking
class. (Ladies)
Lahmacun, also known as 'Turkish pizza', is a spicy
Turkish/Middle Eastern dish consisting of a ground meat/vegetable
mixture, spread on a very thin bread/cracker-like like crust. This
first session is free; later ones will be $10 each.
RSVP and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turkish-cooking-class-in-october-tickets-18704998153
October 3, 4 PM - Calvary Episcopal has its "blessing of the
animals" at Overton Bark.
October 4 is World Communion Sunday in the
Presbyterian and some other denominations.
Balmoral Presbyterian Church, 6413 Quince, near the Kirby exit
on I-385 (Morris Parkway), has an interesting 11 AM
service this day, joint with an African-American and a
Korean-speaking congregation. http://www.balmoralpc.com/
October 4, 4 PM. St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, 700
Poplar. Blessing of the Animals, in
commemoration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. For all
creatures great and small. Bring your pets for this special time
of blessing. We will begin with a brief worship service in
Sisters' Chapel, followed by the blessing in the courtyard. Come
early to enjoy the petting zoo and treats for both pets and
people. Holy Communion Episcopal (Walnut
Grave between Perkins) does the same thing, same time. but is
also having a 1 POM visit to the horse stables at Shelby Farms
to bless the horses (no, don't bring your pets to the Shelby
Farms stables at 1 PM!)
October 4, 4-6 PM Scarborough Fair, the fun-food event sponsored
by Friends of Thistle Farms, is THIS SUNDAY, October 4, from 4 -
6 p.m., at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church, 5530 Shady Grove
Road. Friends of Thistle Farms (FOTF) is a local
enterprise, one of the many sister communities to
Nashville-based Thistle Farms, a national community of support
for women who have survived human trafficking, addiction, and
extreme poverty.
Oct 6 First Tuesdays, 6:30
PM. Catholic Ministry to Gays and Lesbians (open to
all people) pot luck supper, Marian Hall under the Immaculate
Conception Cathedral. 1695 Central Ave. http://iccathedral.org/.
October 6: Potluck presentation: Personal faith stories
October 18: 10th Anniversary Celebration of CMGLP with honored guest
Bishop Steib. 3:00pm at IC"
October 6, Movie, "The Hunting Ground." 1 PM
repeated at 7 PM. A movie about campus violence. University of
Memphis, Rose Theater.
October 7,14,21 7 PM "Moving On Support Group", Grief
support group at Temple Israel. Info from Nadine at 763-0940.
October 8, Rhodes College lecture, "Planet of Slums."
Reception 5:30, lecture at 6.
Poster at http://memphisirg.org/
RhodesCC_2015-6.pdf
October 8, 6 - 10 PM. Feed the Soul, Fundraiser for
MIFA http://www.mifa.org/feedthesoul
October 10, 11:30-4:15, Preparing for the 2016
Election, from at Catholic Perspective, (free
but RSVP. Lunch is provided). Parish Ministry Office of Catholic
Charities. One main presenter is Peter Gathje of the Memphis
Theological Seminary, Co-Director of Manna House. Info
at http://memphisirg.org/10-10-15.pdf.
October 9-10. Memphis Islamic Center, Workshop: The Good Life,
Purification of the Heart. Charge.
For more information, please contact hareem@qalaminstitute.com or
Br Safi Khan at 901.825.8276 or safikhan126@gmail.com
October 11, 2 PM. Jewish Community Center, Jewish Historical
Society Lecture, "The Dothan Story", about the Jewsih
community of Dothan, Alabama.
Elections in 2015: September 17th Arlington &
Lakeland Municipal
October 8th Memphis Municipal
and if necessary November 3rd a Memphis Runoff
INFORMATION from the University of Memphis (edited
here):
"In order to vote in this election (October 8)
you must be registered to vote no later than September 8, 2015.
If you are from another city in Tennessee please go to www.sos.tn.gov/elections
to find your county election commission and to find out about
elections and voter registration deadlines in your hometown. If
you are from another state please check your state’s election
commission web site for information on registering to vote and
your local and state elections.
U of M has established a web site at
http://www.memphis.edu/studentlife/voterinformation.php
that has information about registering to vote. This web site
includes links to voter registration applications for Tennessee
residents and a link to non-Tennessee residents’ state election
commission web site....
In Tennessee, voter registration applications may be emailed
or mailed via the U.S. Postal Service. Applications must be received
in the Election Commission Office via email or be posted marked by
the U.S. Postal Service no later than September 8, 2015 in order to
vote in the Memphis Municipal Election on October 8, 2015.
" I believe that If you register by mail or e-mail,
you must vote in person the first time, not by absentee ballot. -----
early voting is going on now. Some remaining Mayoral race debates
are
9/22 Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.: Millennials for Memphis
debate, Michael D. Rose Theatre, University of Memphis
9/23 Wednesday, 4-6 p.m.: WDIA/WREC “Conversation
with Candidates,” hosted by Bev Johnson and Ben Ferguson
Sunday, 9/27 4 p.m.:
NAACP forum for mayoral candidates, First Baptist-Broad.
October 13, Pax Christi, the Roman Catholic Peace group,
meets at the Friends Meeting House, Walnut Grove at Prescott. One
item of discussion will be the Iran deal and opposition to nuclear
weapons.
October 14, Wednesday, Temple Israel Lunch and Learn.
Rabbi Feivel Strauss, a
new staff member this year at Temple Israel, will discuss "Must a
Jew Believe Anything?" Please bring your brown bag lunch; cookies
and drinks will be provided. RSVP online (no
charge) by Oct. 9, or call Sylvia Appleton, 761.3130.
October 14, 2nd
Wednesday, 6-7:30 PM. Monthly general meeting of the Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center, 3573 Southern Ave. http://www.midsouthpeace.org/
October 15, 4:30 PM reception, 5 PM Panel. The
Benjamin Hooks Institute.
The Hot Summer of 2015: The Nation Faces Old
and Retooled Forms of Racial Discrimination: The Intractable Issue
of Race in America
University of Memphis, Rose Theater.
October 15. 6 PM. Allison Glass invites people to the
"Healthy and Free Tennessee Road Tour"
at the Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center, 892
S. Cooper St. https://www.facebook.com/MGLCC
event info https://www.facebook.com/events/908533999183773/
October 15, 7 PM. Movie "Time Out of Mind,"
starring Richard Gere," is a critically-acclaimed and
poignantly accurate portrayal of homelessness today. Malco
Theaters has generously offered to donate the proceeds of
its Octob..."
Studio on the Square, https://www.facebook.com/Malco-Studio-On-The-Square-150711995130049/timeline/
Proceeds of this showing go to benefit Hospitality Hub of
Memphis.
https://www.facebook.com/Hospitality-Hub-of-Memphis-404640723028727/timeline/
October 16, Friday. Memorial for Phyllis Tickle.
(nationally known author who lived near here).
On
Friday, October 16th, visitation will be held at St. Mary's
Cathedral at 1:00 pm, followed by a Requiem Eucharist at
3:00. 700 Poplar.
October 16, 5:30-7:30 PM, Art Opening Reception,
Ross Gallery, main library at Christian Brothers
University.
Annabelle Meacham: Tacos or Sushi? I
don't list all the Ross Gallery events on this page, see
the full list at http://www.cbu.edu/2015-2016-schedule
October 16, 8 to 9:30 PM. The Community of St
Therese of Lisieux http://www.lisieuxcommunity.org/
INAUGURAL FUNDRAISER; Helping Formerly
Incarcerated Women Move Back Into Society
Kroc Center 800 East Parkway South $25.00 donation
per person
(901)
800-8840 All proceeds go to the Community of
St. Therese of Lisieux.
October 17, 2015 | 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fundraiser Gala for Caritas Village.
http://www.caritasvillage.org/
Parish Hall at Church of the Holy Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove,
Memphis, TN 38117
October 17, 7:30 PM Concert, Roy Zimmerman, Neshoba
Unitarian Universalist Church $15. "What
can one person do about climate change, torture, racism, gun
violence, fracking, Congressional ineptitude, ignorance, war and
greed? Write funny songs, says Roy Zimmerman. "The
Faucet's on Fire!" is ninety minutes of Zimmerman's hilarious,
rhyme-intensive original songs. His songs have been heard on
HBO and Showtime. He's shared stages with Bill Maher, Robin
Williams, Ellen DeGeneres, John Oliver, Kate Clinton and George
Carlin. He's been profiled on NPR's "All Things Considered,"
and he's a featured blogger for the Huffington Post. $15
donation, Neshoba Unitarian Universalist Church, 7350
Raleigh-Lagrange Road, Cordova, www.neshobauu.org
266-2626. October 17, 7:30 pm. Childcare will be
available, please call ahead 901-266-2626. ----
Sept 1. Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Planning Meeting for Campaign for
NonViolence, activities to take place Sept 20-27.
Meet at Caritas 2509 Harvard Ave, Memphis, TN
38112 (Binghampton) See Sept 20 ff below for more
details.
(This is a wonderful informal restaurant with lots of people
interested in peace, justice, faith, etc., if you haven't been
there -
http://www.caritasvillage.org/
)
Sept 1, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Catholic Ministry to Gays and
Lesbians (open to all people) pot luck supper, Marian
Hall under the Immaculate Conception Cathedral. 1695
Central Ave. http://iccathedral.org/.
" Fr. Ernie DeBlasio from Incarnation Catholic Church in
Collierville will be presenting Catholic Traditions.... everything
you always wanted to know about why we do what we do but were afraid
to ask! "
"Looking ahead: Sept 26: Memphis Pride Day: CMGLP present with
a booth
October 6: Potluck presentation: Personal faith stories
October 18: 10th Anniversary Celebration of CMGLP with honored guest
Bishop Steib. 3:00pm at IC"
Sept 2. Beginning of Mothers Day Out (MW
9:15-2:15 at Masjid Ar-Rahman. $150 /
child/month.
Click here to
download brochure/registration form
Sept 7. Labor Day Picnic, Workers Interfaith
Network. Always a very nice party.
Usually there are American Indian dancers and
and a speech by Congressman Cohen, among other
activities. Several local groups we are
friends with have information tables, e.g. Pax
Christi, the Roman Catholic Peace group. Lots of
interesting people to meet and visit with!
$12. at
Trinity United Methodist Church from 11 a.m. – 2
p.m., 1738 Galloway Ave.
http://www.workersinterfaithnetwork.org/
Sept 7. Start of a
five-day meeting of the National Baptist
Convention , a major
African-American denomination, As many as 50,000
attendees may come to Memphis for this meeting. "The
Memphis gathering kicks off on Labor Day with a
musical production featuring TriState Convention Choir
and special guest Stellar Award-winning artist Tamela
Mann. The concert will be held at the Memphis Cook
Convention Center at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased
at
http://www.memphis2015.com or by calling
901-452-7265. The late night worship services will run
Monday, Sept. 7 to Thursday, September 10. All
services will be held at the Memphis Cook Convention
Center, Halls A & B, beginning at 10 p.m."
Sept 7 and every Sunday 2:30-4, Memphis
Islamic Center, ages 13 and up. "Seven Habits
of Highly Effective Muslim Teenagers." I
don't normally post house-of-worship youth
group meetings, but I liked the title. Further
info Br Malik at
734.644.1966
The Memphis Islamic Center provides a set of
links
https://www.youtube.com/user/MemphisIslamicCenter
https://www.facebook.com/MICmemphis
https://twitter.com/micproject
Which I think well exemplifies good use of
social media - it has a lot of sermons and
other talks, but I didn't immediately see
youth-group related material there.
Sept
8 6 PM (followed by a 6:30
meeting, below) Planning session for
Campaign for Nonviolence Week of
Action,
September 20th-27th. Quaker
Meetinghouse, 3387
Walnut Grove. http://cnvmemphis.org/
Sept 8, 6:30 PM, Pax Christi, the
Roman Catholic Peace Group.
6:30 PM, Quaker
Meetinghouse, 3387 Walnut Grove.
Discussion topic: personal practices
for inner peace. Discuss our
individual spiritual practices.
Their very interesting newsletter is
online at http://www.paxchristimemphis.org/
Sept 8, Tuesday, and each
following Tuesday - Intensive Workshop on Muslim
Prayer, Memphis Islamic Center, Yasir
Qadhi.
After Maghreb prayer, which is a brief prayer
service held ten minutes after sunset. (Fee
charged)
For more
information please email info@memphisislamiccenter.org
or call 901-231-9340.
Sept 9-13. St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
Feast of Constance and Her Companions.
(Constance
and her Companions who served our city during
the yellow fever epidemic of 1878.)
Poster found
here. All events at St
Mary's Episcopal Cathedral
Sept
9, 12:10 PM - Interfaith Service with
Temple Israel.
Sept 11, 7 PM - "Letters and Concert"
Sept 12 9:30 am-1pm Daughters of the
King Fall Assembly
Sept 13, Sunday - 8 am to after lunch. Service,
lecture, picnic (see poster)
Sept 10. Unity: World Day of Prayer - Unity
Church of Practical Christianity.
9228 Walnut Grove Road, Cordova, TN 38018 •
office: 901-753-1463 More Info at
http://www.unity.org/wdop
Sept 10 -11. The City of Memphis is holding a
College Fair at the Mid-South Fairgrounds
(Pipkin Building.)
Information at
http://cityofmemphisyouth.org/index.php/en/events/college-fair
This should be of interest to you if you, your kids or
grandkids, will be finishing high school in the next
year or three.
Sept 12, 9 AM. Annual Orange Mound Parade,
http://tsdmemphis.com/news/2015/sep/04/orange-mound-parade-15-year-expression-community-p/
Sept 12-13. Bike MS: FedEx Rock-n-Roll Ride to
benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
I know that the Temple Israel Brotherhood is
getting together a team. Who else?
August 28, 9 AM and 6 PM,
Indian Cultural Center and Temple. "Vara
Lakshmi Vratam is celebrated on the Second Friday or the Friday
before full moon day - Poornima in the month of Śravaṇā.
Worshiping Goddess Varalakshmi on this day is equivalent to
worshiping Ashtalaksmi – the eight goddesses of Wealth, Earth,
Learning, Love, Fame, Peace, Pleasure, and Strength."
Sept 13, 5:30 PM, JACKSON : Service of Racial
Reconciliation followed by panel discussion at St.
Andrews Chapel of First Methodist Church in Jackson on Denmark
Road
Sept 14. "Memphis City Council
Candidates Environmental Forum- Districts 4, 5, and 7" -
September 14th -University of Memphis, University Center,
Bluff Room starting at 5:45pm.
September 14, Monday, 7PM. NUNS ON THE BUS. "Pope
Francis’s radical call is to change our politics, not just our
policies." An important event by the Catholic Social Justice
people. Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Marian Hall –
Lower Level, 1695 Central Avenue, Memphis, TN 38104
Poster at http://memphisirg.org/NunsBus2015.pdf
Sept 17-20 "SOULWorks weekend". A Thursday evening through
Sunday morning program at St John's Episcopal Church.
I know of several churches that have weekend-long family camps
or retreats at church campsites or retreat sites, but this is
one held at the church itself.https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eawvgi3448229f4b&oseq=&c=&ch=
Sept 17. Candidates Forum. There is a city
council district 7 forum scheduled for Thursday, September 17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the MLK Jr. College Prep HS
(formerly known as Frayser HS) located at 1530 Dellwood.
Sept 17 6 PM. Lecture at Rhodes College, Sven
Beckert, about The Empire of Cotton, slavery,
capitalism, the Civil War, and Reconstruction.
poster
http://memphisirg.org/Beckert.png
https://www.facebook.com/communities.in.conversation
Sept 18, 7-8 PM. Organ Recital, Second Presbyterian
Church (Goodlett and Poplar).
http://www.2pc.org/event/715799-2015-09-18-fall-organ-concert/
September 19, 9:00 a.m. 5th Annual Book It 5K Race
Benefiting Shelby County Books from Birth and Emmanuel Center –
run/walk, volunteer, be a sponsor!
http://Bookit5k.racesonline.com
For further info please contact Julie Fike at 767-6987, ext. 22.\
Sept
21. "Memphis Mayoral Candidates Environmental Forum" -
September 21st - Benjamin Hooks Main Library, 3030 Poplar Ave,
Memphis TN. starting at 5:30pm.
Sept 7. Start of a five-day meeting of
the National Baptist Convention , a major
African-American denomination, As many as 50,000 attendees
may come to Memphis for this meeting. "The
Memphis gathering kicks off on Labor Day with a musical
production featuring TriState Convention Choir and special guest
Stellar Award-winning artist Tamela Mann. The concert will be
held at the Memphis Cook Convention Center at 7 p.m. Tickets can
be purchased at
http://www.memphis2015.com or by calling 901-452-7265. The
late night worship services will run Monday, Sept. 7 to
Thursday, September 10. All services will be held at the Memphis
Cook Convention Center, Halls A & B, beginning at 10 p.m.
"
September 13 -sunset is the start of Rosh Hashanah,
The Jewish New Year. The following two days are a
holiday (Reform Jews, and Jews in Israel, typically observe only one
day. The Two-day aspect of many Jewish holidays dates to the time
when Jews became widespread enough geographically that they could no
longer fix one day by actual observation of the moon in Jerusalem.)
Rosh Hashanah begins the "Ten days of Repentance", very similar in
many ways to the last ten days of Ramadan in Islam. The final day, starting
at sunset Sept 22 through sunset Sept 23, is Yom Kippur, the Day
of Atonement. Yom Kippur is a 25-hour fast day
for observant Jews, and many synagogues hold service or discussion
groups all day (some, even, all night.)
There are elaborate service in
synagogues, and many synagogues are so overcrowded on these days
that they admit people only by ticket. If you would like to visit a
service and are not a synagogue member, you are welcome at Temple
Israel (reform) http://timemphis.org
or at
Or Chadash (Conservative) http://ocncs.org/.
Or Chadesh (The words I think mean "New Light") is relatively
new and does not seem to update its website well as yet but has some
material of interest there.
The Detailed Yom Kipper Schedule for Temple Israel (services
are available online) is at
http://timemphis.org/worship-services/high-holy-days
Temple Israel's services are at 6:15 PM
Sept 13, repeated at 8:45 PM due to size of crowd; and 10 AM Sept
14. On Sept 22 there are services at 6:15 and 8:45 PM, then on Sept
23rd services or discussions continuously from 10 AM (a
service for age 5 and under at 9 AM) until the final service
starting at 6:30 PM. See http://timemphis.org
for details.
Chabad has a very elaborate and very
Orthodox dinner on the evening of September 13. $25 individual,
family rate available,
reserve by Sept 9 (or until full if earlier) at
https://jewishmemphiscom.clhosting.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/759039/jewish/Rosh-Hashana-Dinner-5776/lang/en
Of course if you want a
strictly kosher and traditional Jewish Rosh Hashanah dinner at home
and don't want to cook, the kosher restaurant at the Jewish Home in
Cordova provides bulk take-out if you order by September 7.
http://thenoshmemphis.com/
order form at http://files.ctctcdn.com/1a0631bb001/6e275b8b-7c26-434d-bd4e-9b7e4063be47.pdf
Evening of Sept 23 to September 24 is Eid el-Adha, the
Feast of the Binding.
This major Muslim holiday celebrates
Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son (Ishmael)
http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/eid-al-adha
It is the end of the annual pilgrimage (Hajj)
season. It creates an interesting coincidence this year: In
Judaism people are told they get "double credit" for good deeds in
the ten days leading to Yom Kippur ,and in Islam they are told they
get double credit or good deeds in the ten days leading to Eid
el-Adha. This year, these ten-day periods coincide.
See also http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/eid-al-adha
"Eid Prayer will be held at the Agricenter International
Time: Thursday, Sep 24th @ 9:30AM
Location: Agricenter [7777 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38120]
Khateeb: Dr. Yasir Qadhi
Islamic Association of Greater Memphis (Masjid Al-Noor &
Masjid Ar-Rahman) wishes you, your family, & the entire Ummah
Eid Mubarak and reminds everyone of the great opportunity to
perform many righteous deeds during the blessed first 10 days of
Dhul Hijjah
The Prophet (PBUH) said in an authentic hadith:
"There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to
Allah than these ten days." [Bukhari]
Sept 20 - 27: Campaign NonViolence: See full program
at http://memphisirg.org/CNV_2015.pd
Further info Contact Mjuma@uthsc.edu
(408) 802-8376 Here are the main events, details
at that link.
Sept 20. 3-5 PM Inter-Faith Prayer Vigil at the National
Civil Rights Museum courtyard. The
Reverend Earle Fisher, pastor of Abyssinian MB Church, will be the
keynote speaker with members from
different faith traditions and other community groups offering their
vision of what a nonviolent
Memphis/Shelby County would look like.
Monday 9/21: Start the day by fasting from
violence and end with a Peace Potluck at Caritas Village,
2509 Harvard Ave, 6:30PM . (International Day of Peace)
Tuesday
9/22: documentary viewing- "Changing the Conversation:
America's Gun Violence Epidemic"
at Neshoba Unitarian Universalist Church, 7350 Raleigh
Lagrange Rd. Cordova at 6:45PM.
Wednesday 9/23: Just Lunch Series discussion Racial
Reconciliation: Exploring the Possibility hosted by
Memphis School of Servant Leadership, 12-1:15PM, Caritas
Village.
Thursday
9/24: Serve and tour with MIFA’s Meals on Wheels program.
9:30AM- 12PM. Advance
registration is required for this event- see CNVMemphis website
for details.
also Thursday: Just Lunch Series discussion continues- Prison
Reform in Memphis. Caritas Village
also
Thursday: Eucharist Gathering- Join us for a Community
Communion Service. The Commons, 258 N. Merton, 12:00PM.
Friday 9/25: Program by SisterReach: Addressing Violence
Against Women and Their Bodies 1PM
Experiential Learning Center 713 Lockett Place
38104
Friday 9/25-Sunday 9/27- Frayser Block Party for Peace-
an annual community event that is specifically
geared towards peace, community empowerment, education, and
living a healthy lifestyle .Ed Rice
Community Center, 2907 Watkins. CNVMemphis will host an
information table at his event. 10am-6PM.
Saturday 9/26- PRIDE Festival- 10AM-5PM Robert Church Park.
Parade begins at 5PM.
Also Saturday: A Nonviolent Worship Experience Binghampton
UMC, 258 Merton, 4:30PM.
Sunday 9/27- The Blessing of the Sons Service and Ceremony, Freedom
Chapel Christian Church, 961 Getwell 3:00PM.
Sept 22 - US Supreme Court Justice Scalia speaking at
Rhodes College. 5:30 reception, 6 PM speech.
The start of this years "Communities in
Conversation" at Rhodes http://memphisirg.org/
RhodesCC_2015-6.pdf
poster
http://memphisirg.org/Scalia.png
Sept 24 - 6-8
p.m. Facing
History, Community Teach-in. Memphis,
Music, and Social Change.
St Mary's Episcopal
School The Buckman Performing Arts
Center 60 Perkins
Extended Memphis
How can music and history help us respond to injustice? How do we
counter stereotypes?
Join us for a multi-generational, cross-community conversation
about lessons from songs of Stax Records.
Register
Sept 25-Oct 27. Exhibit of art by homeless
residents of Memphis.. This is being organized
by the "Circuitous Succession Gallery"
http://www.circuitoussuccession.com/.
500 S. 2nd St., Memphis, TN 38103. I understand that during the
summer they will announce free sessions for homeless people and
provide art supplies and even instructors if wanted.
Sept 26. Mid-South Pride Festival 10 AM - 5 PM, Parade at 5
PM. An LGBTQ+ event. Quite a few
religious-based or interfaith-based groups will have tables or
displays and need volunteers to staff them. Robert Church
Park, 4th and Beale. http://midsouthpride.org/
Among the after-festival parties at 7 PM is a
fundraiser for women's health (including abortion access) by the
group "Lady Parts Justice",
admission $10, https://ladypartsjustice.com/state/tennessee/
at The Brass Door,
152 Madison Avenue, Memphis, TN 38103
"You’ll have a chance to interact with area nonprofits focused on
equality and reproductive justice and learn about issues and
activism opportunities that interest them. Politics don’t have to be
boring, so we’re serving ours with a generous helping of music,
comedy, and liquor."
Sept 26. Indian Cultural Center and Temple. Ganesh Nimajjan
2015 Festival. Food Stall, Bazaar, parade floats,
cultural programs and dances. A major event well worth
visiting. The poster is
here.
An introductory video is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-M-mPc5FPXs&feature=youtu.be
Parking map: https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/sites/default/files/2015/Nimajjan/ICCT_Nimajjan15_Directions.jpg
Schedule: http://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/nimajjan2015
Sept 26. Eid Festival, Memphis Islamic Center. 11 AM - 5 PM.
"Games, Moon Bouncing, Cookout."
All proceeds go to Syrian Refugees.
Sept 26 3 PM
Luna Nova Concert This Saturday. Free, reception
following
Music of Britten,
Previn, Martinu and others
Saturday, September 26, 3:00 p.m.
Beethoven Club, 263 S. McLean
Sept
27. The Father McCarthy Nonviolence Study Group 3-5
PM. Meeting in a home. Information: Yvonne
at 212-3030.
Sept 27. Henning, TN. United
Methodist Church sponsoring racial reconciliation conference
at Alex Haley museum and Interpretive center in Henning TN on last
Sunday of September starting at 3 pm. http://www.memphis-umc.net/
About one hour north of Memphis, north of Covington.
Sept 27, Sunday, St John's Episcopal Church. SERVANT
MINISTRY SAVE THE DATE
Aspire Hanley School Faculty and Staff and Memphis Teacher Residency
Faculty
Will Be Joining Us for Our Annual Jazz Brunch
When: Sunday, September 27th Time: After
10:30am Service Where: Parish Life Center \
Sept 29 Tuesday 7 PM Free Chamber Concert, St. Mary's
Episcopal Cathedral + 700 Poplar Ave. + Memphis TN
38105
901.527.3361 + www.stmarysmemphis.org
Music at St. Mary's presents 3 Sonatas of J. S. Bach for
Harpsichord and Viola da Gamba featuring Joanne Kong and Lisa
Terry
Sept 30 - Habitat for Humanity Build. I know that
Temple Israel has invited people to participate. Who else?
Sept 30 (Wednesday)
Islamic Association of Greater Memphis - Masjid
Al-Noor & St. Luke United Methodist Church cordially
invite you for their 5th Annual Joint Dinner on Wednesday,
September 30th, 2015 @ 5:30PM.
Click here to RSVP. Please RSVP
by Sunday
September 27th
Location: St. Luke Cafeteria (480 South Highland St Memphis,
TN 38111)
* Parking is available at St. Luke Church
* Babysitting provided
For more information, please email:
info@masjid-alnoor.org or call 901-432-0761
Sept 30, 7 PM. Temple Israel. Video Live from New York,
Rabbi Harold Kushner, the author of When Bad Things Happen
to Good People and 13 other landmark books, including a new
title, Nine Essential Things I’ve Learned About Life, is
joined by Rabbi Rachel Cowan, author of Wise Aging, for an
inspiring discussion, moderated by Rabbi Peter Rubinstein,
about what it means to live a good life. Join these great
thinkers as they discuss faith, wise aging, and other
significant issues about which we should all be thinking.
Friday, August 28. The Benjamin Hooks Institute at U of
Memphis has the first events of the Hooks African
American Male Initiative (HAAMI) program, a workshop to help
university faculty and staff mentor Black males. The schedule of
events is at
2015-2016-HAAMI.docx.
I gather this is for prior-arranged participants but I would urge
those interested to contact the Hooks Institute
(Tim Rose at 901.678.4654
, trose2@memphis.edu
August 29, Indian Cultural Center and Temple. Numerous
rituals associated with
"Upakarma is a Vedic ritual practiced by Hindus of the Brahmin
caste. Upakarma is conducted once a year during the Dhanistha
Nakshatra of the Hindu calendrical month Sravana, when Brahmins
ritually change their upanayana thread accompanied by relevant
Shrauta rituals, making sraddha offerings to the rishis, whom Hindus
believe composed the Vedic hymns."
August 30, Sunday, 1 PM. Unity Church of Practical
Christianity.Workshop: The Power of The 12 Powers - Applied.
$25
(following a potluck lunch)
9228 Walnut Grove Road, Cordova, TN 38018 • office:
901-753-1463
August 30, about 11:45 AM. Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut
Grove between Perkins, Rector Sandy Webb will hold a
lunch-and-learn about the recent Episcopal General Convention. https://www.facebook.com/events/922271227812059/
August 31 and Sept 7, Monday, 6 PM. Shravan Somvar, Shiva
Abhishekam
"Shravan
month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The whole month is considered
auspicious to seek the blessing of Lord Shiva.
Shiva Abhishekam is being performed with a variety of
objects like flowers, curd, sugarcane juice, milk, coconut
water, honey, belpatra, etc. This kind of Abhishekam gives
prosperity, achievement of all desires, eliminates negative
forces, getting rid away from negative karma and will give you
the joy and success in life."
August 21, 2-4 PM. U of Memphis - the new Community
Health Building: Ribbon Cutting, reception, refreshments.
The new home of the Loewenberg School of
Nursing, School of Communication Sciences and Disorders,
Autism Center, and Memphis Speech and Hearing Center!
Enter South Campus at the new Park and Goodlett Entrance.
August 22, 1-2 PM, Panel discussion: Climate
Change and Our Health – What Memphians Need to Know,
is being sponsored by Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal Campaign,
Mom’s Clean Air Force, the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, and
the University of Memphis School of Public Health.
Location: University Center at the University of Memphis, on the
third floor in the Fountain View Suite, UC-300.
NOTE Parking passes (bring your ticket inside with you) will
be provided for convenient parking in the Zach Curlin Covered
Parking Garage.
August 22, Community Dinner, Masjid As-Salaam (foot of
Covington Pike.) Dinner and program on Jordan. Jordanian
Cuisine at 7 PM, then a talk about Jordan by Fayez
Oqlah, long a mainstay of interfaith activities in Memphis.
Discussion, questions and answers.
August 23, Sunday, 8:30 AM - 1 PM. Bloodmobile at Temple
Israel.
August 23. Episcopal Bishop Don Johnson will be at
both morning services at Church of The Holy Communion
(Episcopal, Walnut Grove between Perkins) 8 AM and 10:30;
reception following the 10:30 AM service. Start of the new year!
On August 30 at 10 AM there will be a
Ministries Open House,,
surveying ministry opportunities within the church.
August 24, Monday, 9:30 AM. Presbytery of the Mid-South, the
regional Presbyterian (PC-USA) governong body, meets at Parkway
Gardens United Presbyterian Church, a largely African-American
church in Memphis. Dr Heath Rada. Moderator of the 221st
General Assembly (the national meeting of PC-USA) will be present.
August 25-27, Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Pavithrotsavam Celebrations. 9:30 AM, 6:00 PM, some
other times.
"Pavitrotsavam is an annual ritual to Lord
Venkateshwara. Pavitrotsava is derived from the combination of two
words Pavitra (holy) and utsava (festival). The main
objective is to get rid of the evil that might have been caused
due to omissions and commissions in the performance of various
rituals throughout the year.The festival is also known as Dosha
Nivaarana, Sarva Yajna Phalapradha (The One ritual that equals the
holiness of rites all year long), Sarva Doshopasamana (Removal of
all errors)."
August 26, 7 PM Wednesday. Jewish Community Center.
Program sponsored by Facing History, Anti-Defamation League, local
Jewish Histrorical Society, others. Film "From Silence
to Recognition". The film concerns, for example, Jewish
students being flunked out of major universities in the 1948-1961
period. [When I entered graduate school at Princeton
University, in 1964, I was strongly advised by university officials
to keep my religious affiliation inconspicuous. I am assured that
things have changed since.]
August 26 - 27. St John's Episcopal Church. "Learn about our
ongoing community work"
Three opportunities to participate.
Wednesday Aug. 26 5:30-7pm w/ dinner, nursery,
and childcare
Thursday Aug. 27 12noon-1pm w/ lunch
Thursday Aug. 27 5:30-6:30pm w/ hors d'oeuvres
Each offering meets in the Parish Hall at Saint John's. Guests are
welcome--please RSVP for all attendees.
3245 CENTRAL AVENUE | MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE
38111 PHONE (901) 323-8597
July 2015:
Linda Marks of MIFA
posted a photo from the Food Pantry at Masjid
Al-Mu'minun. I hope this link works:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10207151319971052&set=a.1926897541829.2111469.1523897602&type=1
The Episcopal Service
Corps recruits young volunteers to work in nonprofit
organizations, and they have some volunteers
arriving. They need some furniture donated to set up
living space for them! The list is at
http://www.holycommunion.org/news/furniture-needed-for-episcopal-service-corps-house/
Summer is a great
time to visit the Art Museum of The University of Memphis
(Communication and Fine Arts Building). 9 - 5 Monday to
Saturday. Parking across Central Ave. Parking meters
available, or free in the non-metered spaces on Saturday.
Closed July 3 and 4. The exhibit "What I Kept",
memorabilia of immigrant families, is on until July 15.
June 12 6 PM Fridays - music and
prayer: Award-winning musician Rev. John Kilzer hosts
The Way, a service of recovery, at 6 p.m. every Friday at St.
John's United Methodist Church, 1207 Peabody Ave. The Way
focuses on recovery, encouragement, and hope. Music is a key
component of the service with many local musicians stopping by
to perform. The service, which is a joint ministry of
Methodist Healthcare, St. John's, and the Church Health
Center, is free and open to the public. For more information,
call 901-726-4104 or visit http://www.stjohnsmidtown.org.
June 18. First Day of Ramadan. Among the
special prayers, Service will start at 10:00 pm at the
Memphis Islamic Center and lasts for one hour fifteen minutes on
week days and one hour thirty minutes on Fridays and Saturdays.
As observant Muslims fast (no eating or drinking) sunrise to
sunset for the month of Ramadan. most or all of the mosques in the
city have a brief service at sunset followed by refreshments -
ranging from a snack to a full dinner. Guests are welcome, it is a
nice chance to chat with the local Muslims if you'd like to meet
them.
July 4. Fundraiser for the construction fund, the new part
of the Memphis Islamic Center. 7:45-10 pm!
Woodland Hills Club 10000 Woodland Hills Drive
Cordova, TN 38018. Art Auction.
For more information contact info@memphisislamiccenter.org or
(901) 231-9340.
July 4, 6 PM. Special prayers at the Indian Cultural Center
and Temple (Ganesha Abhishekam and Pooja))
July 5-12-19 etc. Summer Music Series At Mullins United
Methodist Church (Walnut Grove at Mendenhall.)
See the
Concert Listing page.
July 7, 6:30 PM Pot luck supper, Catholic Gays and
Lesbians (and people who'd enjoy meeting them or
joining their discussions.) Immaculate
Conception Cathedral, 1695 Central.
Join us for a discussion on the recent blockbuster "The
Imitation Game." Plot
Summary.
"Based on the real life story of legendary cryptanalyst Alan
Turing (Benedict
Cumberbatch). The film portrays
the nail-biting race against time by Turing and his
brilliant team of code-breakers at Britain's top-secret
Government Code and Cypher School at Bletchley Park, during
the darkest days of World War II. Turing
and team finally succeed and become heroes, but in 1952,
the quiet genius encounters disgrace when authorities
reveal he is gay and send him to prison."
Be sure to watch the movie on Amazon, Netflicks or at Redbox ahead
of time so you can give your input and perspective on this true
story of a great hero.
July 7 - The Church Health Center offers Commit to Quit
smoking cessation groups each month. Four-week group sessions
start the first Tuesday of every month from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at
Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. Commit to Quit is
free for Church Health Center Wellness members and $40 for the
community. Call 901-701-2222 to enroll.
July 8 and second Wednesdays until May, 10- 10:45.
MIFA (Metropolitan Interfaith Association): Personal
Finance
I'm impressed by the variety of topics to be covered in this. Look
at http://www.mifa.org/assets/2161/cadence_classes.pdf
"Beginning June 10, Cadence
Bank will offer
a series of FREE informative classes on a range of important
financial topics here at MIFA. Classes will be held on the
second Wednesday of each month from 10 to 10:45 a.m., and light
refreshments will be provided.
Click
http://www.mifa.org/assets/2161/cadence_classes.pdf for more information and a full listing
of dates and topics."
July 11 - Saturday 9:30-11:30. Zumbathon. Church of the Holy
Communion, Walnut Grove between Perkins - in the Gym.
$5 minimum donation at the door; $20 for vendors to set up a
table; all proceeds go to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital
in honor of Adam's Army. Be sure to wear orange! Adam Cruthirds
was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in July 2014 and
requires chemo treatments until January 2017. Adam has made a goal
of raising $100,000 for the place that saved his life, St. Jude
Children's Research Hospital. Join Adam's Army for this fitness
event!
July 12. Unity Church of Practical Christianity
welcomes new pair of interim ministers, the Revs. Drs. Jim and
Stormie Steele. The couple's website is http://stormiesteele.com/our-people/
July 12 and August 16 - Picnic. Sunday after
10:30 AM Service- Holy Communion Church, Walnut Grove between
Perkins, has food trucks come and invites people to bring blankets
or lawn chairs and picnic on the grass. The schedule of
interesting summer events at Holy Communion (Episcopal) is at
http://www.holycommunion.org/sites/259/uploaded/files/Summertime_at_Holy_Communion.pdf
July 12-17, Icon Workshop, Holy Communion Church
(Walnut Grove between Perkins)
led by Balpha Noojin. This year’s icon: “Our Lady of
Tenderness.” RSVP: 901-767-6987
When last heard from, this still had openings, but it
is apparently intended for pretty serious artists - the cost is
$475.
July 13 - Liturgical Dance Workshop. The Church
Health Center Wellness will host a Liturgical Dance Workshop from
6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 13 at 1115 Union Ave. This
workshop-style class focuses on dance as worship and is designed
for ages 12 to adult. No dance experience is required. Cost is $5
for the community and free for Church Health Center Wellness
members. Please contact Kristina Hall at
hallkr@churchhealthcenter.org or 901-701-2241 to reserve your
spot.
July 13, 9:50 PM (after dark due to Ramadan!) Annual
Fund-Raiser for Masjid As-Salaam. Video at
http://memphismuslims.org/msm-lailat-ul-qadr-annual-fundraiser/
There will be another program and Community updae at Masjid
Ar_Rahman, same tiem.
During the last 10 nights of Ramadan there are special
prayers starting at 2:45 AM at Masjid Ar-Rahman, probably also at
the other mosques?
July 14 - RSVP date for Christ United Methodist Church Senior
Field Trip on July 20.
Senior Adult Field Trip to Clarksdale, MS Monday, July
20
Join us for a Delta Day Trip. Bus leaves CUMC at 8:45 a.m. and
returns by 3:30 p.m. RSVP to Ashley Parks,
261-2153, by July 14.
July 14. 6PM Prayers at Indian Cultural Center and Temple - Masa Siva Ratri - Shiva
Abhishekam
July 14. Pax Christi (Roman Catholic peace group) meets at
the Friends' Meeting House, Walnut Grove and Prescott.
Discussion of the Pope's resent encyclical on the
environment. They will use the 12-page summary found at
http://www.news.va/en/news/overview-of-the-encyclical-laudato-si
but if you really are interested in the whole document (192
pp) it is at
http://w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato-si.html
(which has multiple languages and pointers to other encyclicals
and papal documents - an interesting web site!)
The poster for this meeting is at
7_4_2015.png
July 15, 6:30 pm. Bingo and Ice Cream (kids program)
Calvary Episcopal Church, downtown. $5 adults, $3 kids.
In the newsletter at http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=8a20206251&e=2f75c3ec8d
July 21. (Third Tuesdays) 6:30 PM
- Writer's Group at Holy Communion Episcopal
Church. I really enjoy attending this and
recommend it highly. Anyone is invited; if you wish
bring a bit of writing to read (maximum six minutes).
The monthly topic changes. I'll try to get a list to put
here. I gather there is also a poetry group,
first Tuesdays at 11 am. http://www.holycommunion.org/events
The topic for June 15: Walking in Memphis - Found texts.
July 21: Being Southern August 18:
Summertime. contact cmodisett@holycommunion.org
July 23 (Tentative) 6-8 PM, Hooks Library - Candidates
Forum to discuss environmental issues.
Sierra Club.
July 30 Kosher Chinese Dinner at the Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab 36 Bazeberry Road
Cordova, TN 38018. $25.
("Nosh-er-i Deli" TheNoshMemphis.com, which they don't updaret
often enough)
August 8 monthly Restoration of felony rights legal
clinic, 10am -12 noon, EVERY second Saturday of EVERY month
at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar. <map> Please bring
any and all paperwork you have available.
Sponsored by the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center, JustCity, Memphis Area Legal Services, and the Memphis Bar Foundation.
On August 16th at 3:30 pm Viswayogi Foundation and Unity
Church of Practical Christianity (UCPC) are hosting
an Interfaith program "Save Mother Earth and Save the
Child!" and our community service project will be with
Project Night Night, a not for profit organization helping homeless
children have sweeter dreams. If you've not met
Sri Viswamjee, or even iof you have, it is an interesting
experience, and these events get an unusually broad interfaith
turnout. ... "Now for our last invitation; we are asking you
and your community to participate in Project Night Night if possible
by bringing to the event new or gently used stuffed animals,
children's books and/or security blankets. We will be providing new
Project Night Night canvas tote bags for the items to be placed in
and donated to the Memphis Salvation Army Women and Children
Homeless Shelter. Our goal is to fill 100 bags and with your support
we can." Poster at
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August 19 - fundraising dinner and SPEAKER to help
Haiti. (Episcopal Diocese)
Diocesan Haiti Mission Fundraising Dinner
The West Tennessee Haiti Partnership announces an upcoming
Diocesan-wide event on Wednesday, August 19 at Church of the Holy
Communion Cheney Hall. They will host Father Leon Sadoni with St.
Vincent's Center for Handicapped Children in Port-au-Prince, Haiti,
who will share wonderful stories and photos of the school and
children they serve. This fundraising dinner will begin with a
wine reception and include plenty of Haiti souvenirs and information
for getting involved in this important ministry. All ages
welcome. More info soon, plus recent trips and details about the
WTHP at http://wtnhaitipartnership.org.
The WTHP works to support and strengthen St. Vincent's School in
Haiti through direct medical mission work. Learn more about the
companion Diocese of West Tennesse and Haiti online.
June 8 -13, Prizm Chamber Music Festival at Shady
Grove Presbyterian Church, http://prizmensemble.com
Tickets $10 - $5. Five Concerts. Performers from around the world;
five concerts; workshop classes, experiences, performances by
and for local children 12 and older with a minimum of two years
experience on their instrument. See the web site for details.
June 8, at 7:00pm at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.Concert
featuring Terrence Wilson (piano), Anna Pennington (oboe), Alice K.
Dade (flute), Weston Sprott (trombone), Paul Roby (violin), Gareth
Lubbe (viola), Iren Zombor (cello), Carina Washington (clarinet) and
Lecolion Washington (bassoon).
Pieces include Andre Previn's Trio for Obe, Bassoon and Piano,
Raymond Premru's Concertino, and Robert Schumann's Piano Quartet
in E-Flat Major, op. 47
followed by:
Only the Wind Thursday, June 11, 7:00pm
The More the Merrier Friday, June 12, 7:00pm
Music for Dummies Saturday, June 13, 1:00pm
Want to Tango? Saturday, June 14, 7:00pm
June 9, Pax Christi (Roman Catholic Peace Group) meets at
6:30 PM at the Quaker Meeting House, 3387 Walnut
Grove.
'Please join us at our next Pax Christi meeting this Tuesday, 6/9,
6:30 social time, 7pm start. Our special guest will be Erica Thomas
with a presentation titled "Revenue Shortfalls and the Unspoken
Consequences of Tennessee's Fiscal Decisions". We hope to see you
there! '
June 10 Wed, 6:45pm. Temple Israel- Video
discussion of Israeli Politics. Following Israel’s
recent elections, Live from NY's 92nd Street Y brings together
leading thinkers representing a spectrum of views. Ari Shavit,
Israeli columnist and author of the highly acclaimed New York Times
bestseller My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel, and
Peter Beinart, Abraham H. Foxman, and Dan Senor will discuss the
challenges facing the Jewish and wider world today regarding Israel
and its future.
http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/92nd Y_10 June
2015_Shavit.pdf
June 10. 17, 24, July 1 - Wednesdays, 6:30 PM. Film and
discussion at the Unity Church of Practical
Christianity.
Picnic tables for bring-your-own supper 5 - 6:15 PM
(optional.) 9228 Walnut Grove, Cordova.
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening/unity-midweek-film-festival
Wednesday, June 10th "What on Earth? Inside the crop circle mystery"
Wednesday, June 17th "Thomas Berry - The Great Story"
Wednesday, June 24th "The Shaman's Apprentice"
The search for knowledge in the Amazon Rain
Forest.
Wednesday, July 1st "The Primacy of Consciousness"
Lecture by Physicist Peter Russell
June 10 and second Wednesdays until May, 10- 10:45.
MIFA (Metropolitan Interfaith Association): Personal
Finance
I'm impressed by the variety of topics to be covered in this. Look
at http://www.mifa.org/assets/2161/cadence_classes.pdf
"Beginning June 10, Cadence
Bank will offer a
series of FREE informative classes on a range of important
financial topics here at MIFA. Classes will be held on the second
Wednesday of each month from 10 to 10:45 a.m., and light
refreshments will be provided.
Click
http://www.mifa.org/assets/2161/cadence_classes.pdf for more information and a full listing
of dates and topics."
June 13 Saturday 9 PM - Temple Israel. Meet two new senior
staff members. Enjoy
desserts and Havdalah with Temple's own Abbie and Rabbi Feivel
Strauss. http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Havdalah
and Dessert.jpg
June 15. (Third Tuesdays)
6:30 PM - Writer's Group at Holy Communion
Episcopal Church. I really enjoy attending
this and recommend it highly. Anyone is invited; if
you wish bring a bit of writing to read (maximum six
minutes). The monthly topic changes. I'll try to get a
list to put here. I gather there is also a
poetry group, first Tuesdays at 11 am. http://www.holycommunion.org/events
The topic for June 15: Walking in Memphis - Found
texts.
July 21: Being Southern August 18:
Summertime. contact cmodisett@holycommunion.org
June 16, July 19.
Theology by the River. Discussion Group at Paulette's
Restaurant, Father Sandy Webb of Holy Communion Church. Cost
is $36, including everything except wine. Space is limited, so
call the church to make a reservation, 901-767-6987.
June 16 - Dinner and lecture sponsored by the Turkish
community ("Atlantic Institute") "Understanding
Ramadan and Fasting". talk by
Imam Anwar Arafat of Masjid Ar Rahman
(Memphis) Diner and reception 6:30 PM, talk and
Q&A at 7:15 PM
At Homewood Suites By Hilton, (Next to Marriott Hotel East),
5811 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119
Free but please RSVP so they can plan - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-lecture-understanding-ramadan-and-fasting-tickets-17264324058
The Atlantic Institute |
901-2138242| memphis@turkishhouse.org | Website
June 17, Wednesday, 7 PM. Jewish Community Partners -
Joint meeting of Jewish Federation and Jewish Foundation (major
Jewish charitable groups in Memphis) at the Memphis Jewish Community
Center. "Leading our Jewish Future." More details.
June 19, Friday. 4-8 PM Celebrate Juneteenth,
Workers Interfaith Network is having a Barbeque
When: Friday, June 19 at from 4-8 pm
Where: East Parkway Pavillion in Overton Park, 389 E. Parkway N.
They provide barbeque, bring a side dish to share.
"Juneteenth has been celebrated since 1865, two and a half years
after President Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation, when news that
all slaves were free reached the western-most U.S. territories. We
will honor this day to further cultivate our efforts towards
justice, liberation and democracy."
June 20. Volunteer to help build a playground.
Operation Crosstown, an initiative of the Church Health Center,
invites volunteers to activate the Crosstown Fitness Park at N.
Cleveland & Overton Park Ave. by constructing and installing
games and fitness equipment as well as to help our muralist paint
the mural at Midtown Crossing Grille (394 N. Watkins). This
community event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday,
June 20. All ages welcomed. Please contact Dylan Sandifer at
901-701-2150 with any questions. Followed on June27: Crosstown
Block Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday,
June 27 at the corner of N. Cleveland St. and Overton
Park Ave. The Midtown Crossing Grill Mural will be dedicated and the
Crosstown Fitness Park activated. Come out for food, games, music,
art, and fitness! Please contact Dylan Sandifer at 901-701-2150 with
any questions.
June 20 12:30 PM - Honorary Street Naming.
HAve you ever been a puzzled as I have by the "honorary street
names" here and there around town? Here's a rare chance to watch it
happen. All are invited to gather at St Mary's Cathedral
(Episcopal), 700 Poplar (which has a nice parking lot) as part of
Poplar is named to honor Georgia King, "Mother" King. https://www.facebook.com/events/474135172746277/
1:00PM CEREMONY NEAR ORLEANS AND POPLAR BY MORRIS PARK (Across from
church)
June 20, 2 pm ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING of the Indian Cultural Center
and Temple.
June 21, Summer Solstice Party at Unity Church of Practical
Christianity. 8 PM.
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening
Sunday June 21st, 2015 at 6 PM
the 9th Annual Interfaith Iftar dinner.
one of the city's premier interfaith events.
The
speakers this year will be Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi, Dr. G.
Scott Morris and Rabbi Ilan Glazer.
Please register online at Registration
If
you have any questions please call
(901)
878-2047 and leave a voicemail with your name and
contact information.
As in
previous years, The Memphis Interfaith Dinner continues to
be a free event but all attendees must have
their tickets for attendance. Once all required information
is received, tickets, if available, will be emailed to you
and your guests.
This year's theme is
based on health and is titled "Purifying the Body and Soul".
We will continue to focus our efforts to benefit The
Mid-South Food Bank and the Metropolitan InterFaith
Association (MIFA). Please consider bringing in donations
for these charities in the form of canned goods or financial
contributions. There will be envelopes
from each of these organizations at each table.
Please bring your check books.
For
more information on this event and other announcements,
please visit www.memphisinterfaith.org. We
look forward to seeing you and your guests this year.
The Annual visit of The Israeli Scouts (Boy and
Girl Scouts) will be this week - usually theer are multiple events.
They will perform at the Memphis Jewish Community Center on June24.
June 23-25. Facing History Seminar for Teachers: Teaching "To
Kill a Mockingbird." Info and registration at
https://www.facinghistory.org/events/s2015mem1-new-approach-teaching-kill-mockingbird
This is one of several such events for teachers this summer. I
urge teachers to get on Facing History's e-mail list.
http://info.facinghistory.org/mem-meet-the-winners-and-learn-with-us-this-summer
Other events this summer are listed at
https://www.facinghistory.org/get-to-know-us/calendar?field_event_region_value=Tennessee
June 24 and Wednesdays to October 28 - Farmers Market at the Memphis
Botanic Garden. 2-6 PM
June 27, Saturday. 3rd Annual Healthy Memphis 5K run, 1 mile
walk. 8 AM Health fair, kid's stuff, etc.
http://healthyshelby5k.racesonline.com/
June 28. Potluck Cookout after the Sunday service, Unity
Church of Practical Christianity,
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening
May 27 to 31.
Celebrations of the anniversary of the Memphis
Temple of the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple.
Ceremonies May 29, 9 am and 6 pm; May 30 7 am, 8 am,
noon; May 31 7 am and 11 am.
June 1 6:30 PM Indian
Cultural Center and Temple Sri
Chakra Navavarna Archana
May 28 - June 1 Five-day retreat,
celebrating Buddha's Birthday, at
the Quan Am Monastery, 3500 S. Goodlett Street,
Memphis, TN. Led by visiting monk Tulku Yeshi
Rinpoche, a Tibetan Buddhist Master, Poet, Artist
and Author. Full day program Saturday.
Suggested donation $20 other days, $40 Saturday.
Scholarships available.
Thursday, May 28 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Chenrezig (Compassion) Empowerment
Friday, May 29 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Chenrezig (Compassion) Teaching and Meditation
Saturday, May 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“Day Retreat” featuring Medicine Buddha Empowerment
with Medicine Buddha
Teaching and Meditation (Heal Body & Mind.
Awaken your inner healing wisdom.)
Sunday, May 31 from 10 to 11 a.m.
The Nature of Mind (Learn about the continuity of
“Consciousness.”)
Sunday, May 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Buddha’s Birthday Ceremony in the Temple. All are
invited to participate.
Everyone is welcome.
Sunday, May 31 from 12:30 to 2 p.m.
Veggie Lunch and Food Fair Fundraiser to benefit
Monastery. Kid friendly. Bring Family.
Sunday, May 31 from 2 to 3 p.m.
“Taking Refuge” Ceremony to “Become Buddhist,” for
those who desire to do so.
Monday, June 1 from 6 to 8 p.m.
The Four Noble Truths (Basics of Buddhism)
May 30, noon - 5 PM. Graduation Picnic at the
Memphis Islamic Center. Food bazaar, tour of
building construction, kid's games including Pinewood
Derby. Info info@memphisislamiccenter.org or
call (901) 231-9340. (Postponed due to weather, will
be re-announced)
(was held on June 6)
Tuesday June 2, 7 PM. Choice of three movies
at Temple Israel.
http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Movie
Cineplex June 2015.pdf
June 2, 6:30 PM Pot luck supper,
Catholic Gays and Lesbians (and
people who'd enjoy meeting them or joining
their discussions.)
Immaculate Conception Cathedral, 1695
Central. "We are honored to have as our guest
speaker, Rev. Lisa Anderson, pastor of
Colonial Cumberland Presbyterian Church in
Memphis and leader of the General Assembly of
Cumberland Presbyterian Church which has over
75,000 members. She will be speaking
about Room in the Inn, an ecumenical program
of outreach to the homeless in our community
for which she serves as acting director in
Memphis. Room in the Inn offers
hospitality and shelter to those who have no
other options from November thru March.
The church hosting offers two meals (dinner
and breakfast) fellowship and a safe warm
place to sleep on the night they host.
Several churches in Memphis have been
participating in this ministry and IC is
evaluating the possibility of becoming a host
location this fall. Our ministry hopes
to learn how we can assist in this venture and
show our hospitality in welcoming those in
need to IC. This is an ideal
opportunity to come together and give a
friendly smile and kindness to the homeless."
June
3. Wednesday
7 PM. Concert: The acclaimed and
beloved ragtime pianist Bob Milne will
return to Neshoba . Childcare will be provided for
children 7 and younger; older children will
probably enjoy the concert. ...Neshoba
Church (Unitarian-Universalist) 7350 Raleigh-Lagrange Rd. / Cordova,
TN 38018 / P: 901-266-2626
June 5, Concert, 7:30 PM St. John's Episcopal
Church, - Masterworks Recital: A
spectacular evening of Handel, Mendelssohn, and classic
Jazz tunes. 3245 Central Ave. The
Memphis BoyChoir, GirlChoir, and Chamber Choir will
perform their annual spring recital with members of the
Memphis Symphony Orchestra.
June 7, Israel festival.
8th Annual Memphis Israel Festival
Date: Sunday, June 7th @ 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Location: Audubon Park
Enjoy a FREE fun-filled, family friendly day at Memphis
Friends of Israel's Annual Israel Festival. More details.
May
2. Saturday 2-5 PM. Memphis
Inter-Religious Group Party / Open House at
the Ordmans
May 9, Saturday, 8 am. Bluff City 10K. A
run through Overton Square and a kids' dash/run to raise money for
Habitat for Humanity.
http://bluffcity10K.racesonline.com
or Shanda Wicker at 901-322-5504 for information.
May 9, 5:30 - 8:30 PM, Crawfish Frenzy at St. John's Episcopal
Church. 3245 CENTRAL AVENUE
PHONE (901) 323-8597
May 9, Lecture at Masjid As_Salaam, Caring for your Heart.
Dr Alim Khandakar, physician )and long-time
interfaith activist). A short prayer of about 10 minutes, guests
welcome or may stay out of the prayer room if they choose, then
about an hour of medical talk and questions, snacks will be
served. If others are sitting on the floor, feel free to ask
for a folding chair if you prefer. Mosque is at Stratford
Road, just south of McCrory (the foot of Covinton Pike.) A
great chance to see the mosque and meet local Muslims while
talking a subject of no theological problems to anyone.
May 10, MOTHERS DAY.
Among other events, there will be a Community Art Gallery opening
reception at 11:30 AM at the Unity Church of Practical
Christianity, 9228 Walnut Grove Rd Cordova, Tennessee
38018 901-753-1463
May 12, 11:30-1:30 Common Table Health Alliance. Annual
Meeting. $75.
Chris Owens Common Table Health
Alliance 901-684-6011 ext.
211 chris.owens@commontablehealth.org
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May 12, 6:30 PM. Pax Christi, the Roman Catholic Peace
Group.
Next gathering – May 12 at 6:30 PM, 3387 Walnut
Grove, Friends Meeting House
http://www.paxchristimemphis.org/
May 13. Want a trip to "The Holy Land?" I
know that quite a few synagogues and churches organize tours from
time to time. Church of the Holy Communion
(Episcopal) announces "Jerusalem in 2016
The Reverend Sandy Webb will lead an information session on Holy
Communion's trip to the Holy Land in 2016. Anyone interested in
the trip is welcome to attend, with no obligation to commit.
Meeting May 13. 901-767-6987
http://www.holycommunion.org
Friday, May 15. Monthly program at Masjid As-Salaam. Brief
prayers about 8 PM, then a lecture on "The History of the
Conquest of Spain." Refreshments - often
these monthly meetings amount to a nice dinner. These lectures are
doing histories of the countries in which our Muslim immigrants in
the United States have their roots. A chance for a Muslim
point of view when we've seen the history from another way. Note
that I have available for loan a Muslim-produced movie, "Cities of
Light", about Muslim Spain.
May 16. 5 PM. Siva Sahasra Kalasa Abhishekam, Indian
Cultural Center and Temple, Eads.
May 16, 6 PM "Good News Missionary Open House",
Gateway Baptist Church, 4070 Macon Rd. Probably a
"revival" type even, intended to convert?, which I don't usually
list, but the presence of young people (missionaries to the US)
from Soth Korea and Thailand, performances by them, and exotic
food, make this tempting!
May 17. "Jerusalem Day" Picnic and Concert at
Anshei Sphard - Beth El Emeth Congregation
(ASBEE, East Yates north of Walnut Grove. 4:30 PM - a talk on
"Israel's Unique Contribution to the National Security and
Economy." Since the event celebrates the 48th anniversary of
the Israeli conquest of East Jerusalem, some of this may not be to
everyone's taste. But you can hear that point of view if you like,
or come at 5 PM for the picnic. Bring you own (kosher) picnic or
purchase a kosher dinner on the site ($10 or less).
Children's games. Outdoors if weather allows, otherwise indoors.
What excites me is the CONCERT AT 6 PM - The Four Cantors, piano
and other music featuring Steve Katz, children's choirs, etc.
These concerts organized by Steve Katz (retired music professor at
State Tech) are always remarkable.
May 17 - 10 AM Calvary Episcopal Church, Parish Picnic at
the Ornamental Metal Museum (held at Calvary Church
downtown in the event of rain - check the church Facebook page
Sunday morning.)
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Tuesday May 19 6:30 PM (Third Tuesdays) - Writer's
Group at Holy Communion Episcopal Church. Two
months ago I really enjoyed attending this and recommend it
highly. Anyone is invited; if you wish bring a bit of writing to
read (maximum six minutes). The monthly topic changes - see the
church newsletter, I'll try to get a list to put here. I
gather there is also a poetry group, first Tuesdays at 11
am. http://www.holycommunion.org/events/words3-spirit-and-soul/
May
23 - Immigrants Rights Project Workshop - for
this and several other events of interest, see the Mid-South
Peace and Justive Newsletter at http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=a7cd8088-e24b-49a5-bdb4-465c219e9e73&c=173feb40-28c9-11e4-a118-d4ae528eaba9&ch=193cf3c0-28c9-11e4-a16e-d4ae528eaba9
May 24 - Pentecost, the "fifty days" after Easter, in the
(Western) Christian calendar. Shavuot, the
"Feast of Weeks", seven weeks after Passover in the Jewish
Calendar, is from Sunset May 23 to sunset May 25 -
in other words, this is one of the years they coincide.
Special services at most churches and all synagogues. In the
Jewish Calendar, it celebrates the giving of the Law at Mt.
Sinai. In the Christian tradition, the Holy Spirit descended
on the disciples of Jesus when they gathered for this Jewish
holiday.
May 28 Thursday 5-6:30
PM. Princeton Prize in Race Relations. Ceremony
at Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, 1900 Union Avenue.
Awards to four local high school students for contributions to
race relations.
RSVP to
Angela Richards at The Community Foundation at
angela.richards@cfgm.org or 722-0019 by May 26, 2015
May 30, 10:30 AM. Ordination of several deacons at St.
Mary's Cathedral (Episcopal), 700 Poplar. Among them
is Andrew Moore of Calvary Episcopal Church.
May
30, 7 PM. Community dinner at Masjid As-Salaam (foot of
Covington Pike). Free dinner and lecture about Bangla Desh.
May 30, Saturday, 1:30 - 10 PM. Casting call
for performers and crew for a Muslim Comedy Video. "A comedy
Web Series".
Masjid Ar-Rahman, 7906 Lowrance Rd. Info 801-839-5117.
Variety of ages, sexes, ethnicities are needed.
May 30 - June . Estate Sale prmoted by
the Unity Church of Practical Christianity. detail at
https://www.facebook.com/UnityChurchofPracticalChristianity/photos/pcb.963975103635032/963973886968487/?type=1&theater
May 31,
Sunday, 2 PM. Lecture, Kreplach and Dim Sum: The Jews of
China. Annual meeting of the Jewish Historical
Society of the Mid-South, at the Jewish Community Center.
Free, open to all. While I think this will be a
broad survey of ancient and modern Jews in China, I have a
special interest in two periods: The Jews of Kaifeng, from
the 900's to the 1900's, a topic I have written
about at http://www.csmonitor.com/2003/0522/p22s02-hfes.html,
and the Shanghai ghetto of the Second World War, possibly
the last place that would admit Jews fleeing Europe, where
several of my close friends spent the war.
April 18-26. Faith in
Action Memphis Cleanup. Volunteer
- or better, get your group to volunteer!
http://www.faithinactionmemphis.com/
April 22, 7 PM. Israeli
Independence Day celebration,
at ASBEE (Anshei Sfard- Beth El Emeth
Synagogue).
April 23 Thursday, 7 PM. Rhodes College,
Lecture. John Guillory (NYU):
"Monuments and Documents: On the Object
of Study in the Humanities" (
Blount, ask directions at the entry gate to
campus, University Avenue.)
April 25, 7 PM, Prizm Ensemble
Concert, "Quilt Magic" at St.
George's Episcopal Church, 2425 S.
Germantown Rd, 38138, Free admission,
donations accepted. Concert in connection
with the Memphis Cotton Patchers Quilt
Guild. http://prizmensemble.com
April 26, 6:45 PM. Dinner &
lecture "Compassion in the Muslim
Society" by Sh. Mohammed
Elkadi and Imam Anwar Arafat at Masjid
Al-Noor, (3529 Mynders Ave, Memphis TN
38111). Free, open to all. If you
have not visited the mosque adjacent to the
U of M campus, this is a good chance to do
so. This mosque uses the parkin g lot oif
the adjacent St. Lukes Methodist Church and
has joint events with them (e.g.
Thanksgiving dinners.)
April 27. Naturalization ceremonies
at the Cannon Center. ""Once again,
the United States District Court and in
cooperation with the Memphis Bar
Association will conduct the Law Week
Naturalization Ceremony on Monday,
April 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at
the Cannon Center for the Performing
Arts. Several hundred people are
expected to become naturalized at this
event. Local school students will be
among the audience. Also the program
includes the Memphis Police Department
Color Guard, Memphis Peacemakers and
Elected Officials.
...we look
forward to seeing you and the members of the League of Women
Voters. As usual, a table will be reserved in the foyer
for registration. "
April 29. - Moved to April 30 (Thursday) I note
this with some hesitation, as it is definitely not an "interfaith"
event. But some readers will want to know about it, and others
might want to attend just to see what some people are saying and
thinking. AIPAC (The American-Israeli Public Affairs Committee, a
strongly pro-Israeli government lobbying group that supports
US military aid to Israel,) will have a program at 7 PM at Baron
Hirsch Congregation, 400 South Yates Rd. Free (there is an
expensive fundraiser earlier in the day) but registration required
at
www.aipac.org/BaronHirsch2015.
April 29 to May 3, Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads.
Satarudreeya Maha Yagham.
"There will be Vedic chants by 130 priests starting at 7am daily
followed by the fire ceremony. Then a discourse in English and
vegetarian lunch daily. It's repeated in the afternoon from 4 to 7pm
followed by discourse and dinner. There will be a classical dance
ballet on Wednesday 7 pm. "
May 1, Friday. 5:30-7:30. Workers Interfaith
Network, May Day Party
(International Labor Day), Reopening of the Worker Center at
1000 S. Cooper. Food and drink on the north deck. Bring a side
or dessert to share. Facebook "winmemphis"
May 2. Saturday 2-5 PM. Memphis Inter-Religious
Group Party / Open House at the Ordmans.
Come meet other readers
of this website / newsletter, members of other religions, other
interesting people.
The occasion, by the way, is Eunice
Ordman's 91st birthday. RSVP
appreciated at edward@ordman.net
to give us a rough notion of numbers.
Directions at http://ordman.net/MapToOrdmans.html
May 3-5, Festival of the Sacred Arts, Church of the Holy
Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove (Between Perkins).
Strands on Visual Arts, Writing, Music. Guest
Artists Suan Palo Cherwien, Bill Roberts, Mel Ahlborn.
First info at http://www.holycommunion.org/news/alleluia-be-our-measure-sacred-arts-festival-planned-for-may-2015/
A flier with details, schedule, registration, is now available
from the church. 767-6987.
April
1 - 5:
The week before Easter is "Holy Week" on many Christian
calendars.
To give one example, St. John's
Episcopal Church, 3245 Central, will have services
Weds April 1, and Thurs April 2, at 7 PM; Friday at 8:30 am
and 12:10 PM, and
Sunday (Easter)
5:30am Easter Vigil Sunrise Service
7:00am Light Breakfast
8:30am Festival Eucharist Rite II, with
music, childcare available
9:30am Easter Egg Hunt
10:30am Festival Eucharist Rite II, with
music, childcare available
5:30pm Holy Eucharist Rite II
Calvary Episcopal downtown: Labyrinth open 8:30-4:30,
Monday to Friday.
March 27, 10AM: procession to City Hall
with pipes and drums.
Weds 7 PM Stations of the Cross;
Thurs 7 pm; Friday 12 and 7 PM;
Saturday 7 PM with Paschal
Party; Sunday 7:30, 9, 11 AM
Holy Communion Episcopal (Walnut Grove) Easter Egg hunt will
be April 3 10:15 am
- bring a basket and a dozen candy
or prize-filled eggs, The rest of their schedule is at
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=4f266468-5a98-41e2-9290-21a842decd9a&c=f9c0c330-deb6-11e2-8ecf-d4ae5292c973&ch=f9c35b40-deb6-11e2-8ecf-d4ae5292c973
April 1-2-3-4 at the Indian
Cultural Center and Temple:
Sri Venkateswara
Abhishekam (For Stapana Vigraha) daily at 9 am,
Teppotsavam
(Sri Venkateswara Swamy Nauka Viharam) at 6 PM April
3.
On April 4: 10:30 a.m. - Sri
Venkateshwara Suprabhatam, 11:00 a.m. - Sri
Venkateshwara Abhishekam
The Temple opens late
(10:30 AM) on April 4 due to the lunar eclipse.
April 3rd (Friday) is the start of the Jewish holiday
of Passover as well as Good Friday for Christians.
There will be multiple celebrations of both (and of Easter on
Sunday) and I can only list a small sample. I can't resist
noting that I like to speak on the Intertestamental Period (what
happened between the end of teh Old and the start of the New
Testament? Between Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar?
Why were Roman Soldiers in Jerusalem at the time of Jesus
and why were the Temple Priests in cahoots with them?)
April 3, Friday, Noon. Good Friday
"Some of the members of Pax Christi Memphis will
participate in the Way of the Cross in downtown Memphis with
St. Patrick Church. We will visit the site of Dr. King's
assassination and the statue of the other king, Elvis, as well as
march down Beale Street, stopping at a historical marker for
Ida B. Wells (who crusaded against lynching). The time is April
3 at noon. (Fr. Bruce Nieli, Paulist, will accompany us with his
guitar.)
April 3, Friday, Noon, The Seven Last Words on Social
Justice. Seven outstanding local
ministers at a program sponsored by our good friends at the
Memphis School of Servant Leadership. Freedom's Chapel, 961
Getwell Rd. Poster at http://memphisirg.org/4_3_2015SevenLastWords.jpg
www.servantleadership-memphis.org
April
3, 2 PM. University of Memphis, The Martin
Luther King Civil Rights Award,
University Center Room 300 (The River Room)
April 3, Friday, First Passover Seder. A
very traditional (orthodox)seder at 7 PM at Chabad. RSVP by March
27, only 100 seats, $40 adult, $18 child.
https://jewishmemphiscom.clhosting.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1478930/jewish/Seder-RSVP/lang/en
April 3, 8:45 PM, Jehovah's Witnesses program.
I don't normally list "revivals" or events designed to convert or
save people, but we see so few invitations from the Jehovah's
Witnesses that I'll mention this Good Friday service,
Berclair Congregation, Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 400
North Cleveland St, Memphis, TN 38104.
http://JW.org
April 4th, 11:30 AM. Workers
Interfaith Network. (tentative)
protest re unpaid wages.
"We
are meeting at La Shish Café (4205 Hacks
Cross Rd. Memphis, TN 38125) on Saturday,
April 4th at 11:30 AM. If we receive payment
from the owner before Saturday, we will
cancel the event and notify everyone. While
there, we will peacefully ask for the
payment of the wages owed, and gather to
highlight this unacceptable theft in our
community. Wear a red t-shirt!"
https://www.facebook.com/winmemphis
April 5 (Easter Sunday). In
addition to some of the events mentioned
above -
The Unity Church of
Practical Christianity will
have a
potluck supper and Easter Egg hunt at
11:30 AM, following their 10:30 AM
service. At 6:30 PM they will show the R-rated
movie, The Last Temptation of Christ,
1988
film adaptation of the 1953 novel by
Nikops Kazantzakis.
9228
Walnut Grove Rd. Cordova
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/whats-happening/2015-holy-week-activities
April 7, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. The Roman
Catholic "Gay, Lesbian, etc."
group
has a monthly pot luck
supper in Marian Hall, downstairs from the
sanctuary at Immaculate Conception Cathedral,
1695 Central. "Campus
Outreach- Updates from our local colleges in
town regarding LGBT organizations". All
are welcome. If you can't easily bring a
dish to share, please come anyway, there is
plenty of food.
April 7, Lecture, 7 PM “The
Industrial Giants of Modern Healthcare
Whose Time is Past”, Christian
Brothers University, University Theater. Dr. Jim
Bailey
is a local physician who teaches at the UT Med
School and has recently written a novel "The End of Healing"
viewed as critical of the US medical industry. A
book review can be found at
http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/jim-bailey-signs-the-end-of-healing/Content?oid=3749264
and event info for CBU can be found at https://newsletter.cbu.edu/blog/2015/02/upcoming-events-40/
April 7 - volunteers
needed for MIFA + 1.
On Tuesday, April 7, Memphis Light, Gas &
Water (MLGW), MIFA, and Channel 3 are putting on
an all-day telethon to encourage people to donate
to Plus-1, our program which provides utility
assistance for individuals and families in
financial crises. Details:
http://www.mifa.org/telethon
Join Hands for Change Gala:
Empowering ● Supporting ● Celebrating ● African American
Men
April 9, 2015, The Columns,
One Commerce Square, Memphis, TN .
Fundraiser
The Hooks Institute
will honor inspiring and empowered African American men between
the ages of 18 and 40 who have made significant contributions to
communities in the Memphis and Mid-South area at our annual
Gala. The evening will unfold with reflections from
honorees, entertainment, food, and dancing.
Please contact Tim Rose,
Hooks programs manager, at 678-4654, for information on
purchasing sponsorship packages or tables.
http://www.memphis.edu/benhooks/
April 8, and generally Wednesdays at 7:30 PM.
Yasir Qadhi lectures at the Memphis Islamic Center
on the lives of the Companions of the Prophet. As always lectures will
be broadcast LIVE online at
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org
For more information please call 901-231-9340 or email
info@memphisislamiccenter.org
April 9-12. Together with the
International Parish Nurse Resource Center, the
Church Health Center will host the Westberg Symposium from April
9-12 at the Peabody Memphis Hotel, 149 Union Ave. Participants
will build on current knowledge of Faith Community Nursing
practice through opportunities to interact in panel discussions
and information-sharing forums and by learning from many experts
in pre-conferences, workshops, and poster sessions. To register,
log on to http://churchhealthcenter.org/westberg2015.
Note: We are very excited about the Parish Nurse
Program. The idea is that a house of worship or other
organization has available a nurse (this may be a retired nurse,
for example) available to answer questions from members, or
sometimes to visit them in their homes. It is remarkably
helpful to health to have a nurse available to listen to
symptoms and say "wait a day" or "go to the emergency room now"
or "call your doctor and say he needs to see you tomorrow because...".
A few countries, and a few insurance companies, provide this
service, but it is much less common in the US than it should be.
If your organization is even potentially interested,
contact the Church Health Center!
April 10-11 The Annual Gandhi-King
Conference. A Major Memphis annual Event! http://www.gandhikingconference.org/
You can indicate intention to come at https://www.facebook.com/events/1544602395806373/
Speakers on peace, civil rights,
community service, interfaith, etc. "An annual
two-day conference bringing together modern visionaries of
nonviolence and social change with community leaders, activists,
academics and organizers to train, learn, plan and organize to
create a culture of liberation and justice for all. Our goal is to
create a stimulating environment where scholars, activists,
educators, practitioners, artists and students can build community
and explore interconnections...."
This meets this year at LeMoyne-Owen College.
An e-mail with many more details is online at
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=ddfdb18a-27b4-4c56-9aa5-e15db09a8b16&c=173feb40-28c9-11e4-a118-d4ae528eaba9&ch=193cf3c0-28c9-11e4-a16e-d4ae528eaba9
Janice Vanderhaar writes
"I am particularly encouraging everyone
to come hear an outstanding speaker Mary King at 5:30
on Friday evening."
April 10-May 10 opening reception
Friday April 10th: The Dual Show Experience featuring
drawings and paintings by Carl Moore. http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=d4cb6f0b5e40e0a0ecdab7980&id=ed9ab66457&e=6d07ef5921
Masonic Temple, 825 Union Avenue. http://masoniccontemporary.org/
April 11. Walking as One, the Church
Health Center’s annual community event celebrating wellness in
action in Memphis! Walking as One will be held at 9 a.m. on April
11 at Church Health Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. Registration is
free, but fundraising opportunities are available by calling
901-272-7170 or visiting WalkingasOne.org
. I understand that a donor has pledged $25 for each
person walking. This is not a race.
Sunday,
April 12th from 12:00-5:00pm at Hilton Memphis.
The 2nd Annual Multicultural Career Expo
Free. A jobs fair that has made a major effort
to reach out to various minorities. "Over 40 companies seeking out
multicultural talent"
April 12, Sunday, 2:30 PM, Jehovah's Witnesses
program. I don't normally list "revivals" or
events designed to convert or save people, but we see so few
invitations from the Jehovah's Witnesses that I'll mention
this lecture also. "A Promise of Perfect Family
Happiness." Berclair
Congregation, Assembly Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 4431
Tutweiler Ave., Memphis, TN 38122. http://JW.org
April 12, 4:30 PM. A Grand Carnatic Music Concert,
Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads.
Dr. Subhashini Parthasarathy.
accompanied by Vidwan Prasad Mantraratnam on Violin & Memphis M.
Lakshman on Mrudangam. An outstanding chance to visit
Memphis's beautiful Hindu Temple complex and hear some outstanding
Indian music.
https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/concert_apr15
April 13, 2015. 7:30 PM Prizm Ensemble
Concert. At Playhouse on the Square, in connection
with Opera Memphis' Spring Opera Festival. $20 / $10. Half price for
alumni of the Prizm educational programs for young people and their
families. http://prizmensemble.com.
April 13, National Civil Rights Museum. Film and discussion.
Free. "Love and Solidarity", an excellent film
about Rev James Lawson, who was a major figure in the garbage
workers strike in Memphis (death of M L King, Jr) and later active
in the labor movement in Los Angeles.
"Through interviews with Rev. James Lawson and his
colleagues, “Love and Solidarity” sets the stage for the current
fight against prejudice and violence, and championing for human
rights, peace and economic justice." The filmmaker did
an outstanding presentation on this 38 minute film at the
Gandhi-King Conference on April 11. The film is not yet
readily available, but if you have a group that might enjoy seeing
it we can put you in touch with the filmmaker.
National Civil Rights Museum, 450 Mulberry St. downtown.
April 14, Tuesday, Better Together Day. The
Interfaith Youth Core is asking everyone to make a special effort to
interact with someone of another faith or background (they mention
"atheists" as among the possibilities) on this day. Details at
http://view.email.ifyc.org/?j=fec315717c6d037c&m=fe9912727d66057d76&ls=fe5011747c6d0d7f751d&l=ff69107174&s=fe5e15787164047b701d&jb=ffcb10&ju=fe661570716605747215&r=0
April 14. Tamil New Year. Services at the Indian
Cultural Center and Temple, 10 AM and 6 PM.
April 14. Pax Christi, the Roman Catholic Peace group. "Our next meeting will be Tuesday, April 14 at the Memphis
Friends Meeting, 3387 Walnut Grove. 6:30 social time, 7PM start.
Please join us as we take time for prayerful discernment of the
gifts of our members and where those talents can be used in the
service of Pax Christi Memphis. We will also discuss the new
mission statement for PC USA (Vision Statement at http://paxchristiusa.org/about/our-vision/)."
April 15, Wednesday, 9 AM. Protest by the Workers
Interfaith Network. They are seeking higher pay
for low-paid workers, asking for $15 an hour. The rally and march
will be outside the University Center, U of Memphis. They are also
organizing a trip to Ferguson, Missouri. http://april15.org/
https://www.facebook.com/winmemphis
April 15, 10-noon. PreCertification workshop for small
business wanting City of Memphis contracts. Poster at
http://us9.campaign-archive2.com/?u=bfff04f1ac39df238dbaefae8&id=8f4187e815&e=fbe7bf3555
April 16, 7 PM, Vanderhaar Symposium.
Sister Simone Campbell, sss, will speak. University Theatre,
Christian Brothers University. Executive Director of NETWORK, a
Catholic Social Justice lobby in Washington. Concern with
peace-building, immigration reforem, healthcare, economic
justice. One of the major events of the year for the
interfaith community. Lots more at http://www.gvanderhaar.org
Poster at http://memphisirg.org/2015
VanderhaarH.jpg
April 16. 5:30-7:30 PM. $50 Fundraiser for the
Hospitality Hub (resource center for the homeless) .
Wine Tasting at Jack Robinson Gallery, 44 Huling Ave. at South
Front.
April 18 (corrected!) Saturday, 7:30 PM
Balmoral Chamber Orchestra. Goodbye Concert. Zachary
McCoy, the organizer and conductor of this group, is graduating
U of Memphis, hoping to go to Medical School elsewhere. Unless
someone else of his energy appears, that will likely be the end
of this concert series. Please come to congratulate and thank
him! Balmoral Presbyterian Church. An
excellent all-volunteer orchestra, free. A basket available
for contributions to a local charity. This will be an
exceptionally fine concert.
April 18, Saturday. The first-ever Family
Fun Day at Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union
Ave., will be held 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April
18. Activities include family art, dance, nutrition, photo
booth, food trucks, games, giveaways, live DJ & more! This event
is free and open to the community. For more information, call 901-701-2239.
April 18, 7 PM - Community Dinner at Masjid As-Salaam,
foot of Covington Pike. Brief prayers about 7 PM, then a talk
about the founding of the Memphis Muslim community organization, and
then a dinner with international cuisine. Free. A wonderful chance
to meet Muslim neighbors.
April 18-26. Faith in Action Memphis Cleanup. Volunteer
- or better, get your group to volunteer!
http://www.faithinactionmemphis.com/
April 18, 4:30-7:00 PM. The
Life of the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him).
A program of the Muslim Student Association of the University of
Memphis (Bluff Room, University Center.) If you've never been
to a Muslim event, this introduction on "neutral ground" is a
wonderful p[lace to start. If you have more experience, meeting
Muslim students and seeing their point of view is also
worthwhile!
Poster at http://memphisirg.org/2015_4_MSU_UofM.pdf
April 19, Rajun Cajun Crawfish Festival (Benefits
Porter-Leath) Fundraiser. Over 15,000
pounds of crawfish will invade Wagner Place and Riverside
Drive between Union and Beale from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m.
along with the hottest live Zydeco and local bands!
https://www.facebook.com/events/1536845136590788/
April 19, Sunday, Art Sale/Fundraiser, Memphis Jewish Home and
Rehab. 2-5 PM. "Home is where the art is"
36 Bazeberry Road, Cordova, TN 38018.
Event is free. Info jashner@memphisjewishhome.org
Wearable art and jewelry, international and local art foir sale
and for donation.
February 15, Sunday, 2:30 PM. Start
of a 14-week program, "Essential Islam for Young Adults,
13 and over". Memphis Islamic Center.
For more
information contact Br Malik Shaw: 731-644-1966 or
email malikvshaw@yahoo.com
February 18, Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent, the
"forty days" leading up to Easter. Traditionally
a time of fasting or abstinence for Christians. Many
churches will have special programs on Feb 18, and many
have at least weekly speakers or other events during this
period. In Memphis, the most significant feature is
the excellent speaker series at Calvary Episcopal
Church downtown, speaker (free) between 12 at 12:45
PM, breakfast or lunch (charge) downstairs in the Waffle
Shop, often with excellent informal discussions.
February 19 To March 27 - The Calvary Lenten
Lecture Series. Tuesday through
Friday, 12:05-12:40 pm
The Waffle Shop is open 11 am - 1:30 pm
full list of speakers
http://www.calvarymemphis.org/lentenpreaching
Its the last week of this. If you haven't managed yet this
year, go now!
Micah Greenstein (Rabbi of Temple Israel) on March 24 and
25, and Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM
Dr. Mitzi Minor (of Memphis Theological Seminary) March 26
and 27.
Both are outstanding and popular speakers!
March 1 and following: "My Episcopal Life" is
a class at Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove,
intended mainly for adults and teens seeking confirmation in
the Episcopal Church but would be happy to have others come
(an interest in comparing church polity, anyone?). Sunday,
March 1; Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
in Cheney Parish Hall
Starting
March 5 -
In collaboration and hosted by the
Church Health Center (1115 Union
Ave.), the Seafood Nutrition
Partnership presents Eating Heart
Healthy all March long on
Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
These seafood cooking classes
are free and open to the public.
Chefs include Ben Smith of Tsunami
and Ayanna Johnson of Chef Du
Jour, as well as Carolyn Nichols
from the Church Health Center. For
more information, call
901-259-4673.
Starting March 10, Tuesday evenings
at Masjid Ar-Rahman, Imam Anwar Arafat is teaching a
course "Quran word by word". Imam Arafat is new
to Memphis and a very clear and interesting teacher.
Open to ages 14 and up, either sex. Between Maghrib and Isha
prayers, presently 7:15 and 8:45 PM.
7906 Lowrance Rd Memphis 38125. For
class material & for more information, please email:
info@masjid-arrahman.org http://masjid-arrahman.org/
Many Masjid Ar-Rahman events are now on YouTube.
Video recordings of Friday khutbahs (sermons), other
main programs & events at Masjid Ar-Rahman are now
posted and will be uploaded to Masjid Ar-Rahman YouTube
channel on regular basis inshallah (God willing). To
view/Subscribe, Click here
Wednesdays. 8 PM. The evening lectures on Muslim
History by Yasir Qadhi at the Memphis Islamic
Center continue.
As always lectures will be broadcast LIVE online at
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org
For more information please call 901-231-9340 or email
info@memphisislamiccenter.org
March 13-July 22.Museum Exhibit: What I kept. Art
Museum of the University of Memphis.
International women from Memphis and Jackson, TN share
stories of the objects they brought from countries of
origin. Also, a film documentary. Communucation and Fine
Arts building, 9 AM - 5 PM Mon-Saturday. Park at meters in
the Central lot and visitors lot at Central; and Patterson
or pay to park in the Garage on Deloach.
March 23, 7:30 PM. (Date Corrected!) Concert, Baron
Hirsch Congregation. The Artists Ascending
Series. The University of Memphis Orchestra. Conductor Pu-Qi
Jiang. Cello soloist Weipeng Lin. Concert honoring Honey and
Rudi Scheidt and Dr. Pu-Qi Jiang. Free.
Tuesday, March 24, 2015. 5:00 - 7:00 pm panel
discussion "Brown, Garner and Martin: Police and
Social Justice"
University of Memphis University Center Theatre
(UC 145). Reception to immediately follow panel
discussion
March 24, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Interfaith Seder,
Hillel of University of Memphis. One of
the major interfaith events for college students and their
fans. This is a "demonstration" seder, as the real
holiday starts April 3rd. Students of all faiths are
invited. Free but reserve by March 19. The leaders
this year will be the two rabbis of Beth Shalom
Congregation, Mr. and Mrs. Ilan. RSVP to 452-2453 or hillelofmemphis@bellsouth.net
March 24, 7PM, pre-Passover event at Chabad,
2570 Kirby Parkway. Free. Beyond the Matzoh: Passover
Perspectives. Rabbi Berel Wein, widely known Orthodox Jewish
Educator and historian. (We have several of the historical
DVDs he has produced available to loan. Would you
enjoy Leonard Nimoy playing Rabbi Moses ben Maimon?)
March 25, Musical program for senior adults,
$5, Memphis Jewish Community Center. Reserve by March 22,
761-0810. Vocalist Deborah Swiney accompanied by Jon
Felix.
March 26, Thursday Marcus Orr series lecture, Danielle
McGuire (Wayne State University,"To
Gain Title to Our Bodies: Black Women and the Long Civil
Rights Movement" 5:30pm reception, 6:00pm
talk. University Center Theater
March 26, Lecture, 7:00 PM Lecture "Faith and our
food system", Christian Brothers University.
Details at http://www.cbu.edu/cbu-news/posts/dr-jennifer-ayres
March 28, Saturday,
9-3:30 Annual Day of
Reflection, "Hope Changes Everything"
A day of retreat, invitation from the Catholic Gay &
Lesbian group, all are invited. The day includes quiet time,
spiritual reflection, Mass, lunch, speakers and group
discussion, all taking place at the beautiful Queen of
Peace Retreat Center, located in Dancyville about 30
minutes from the Wolfchase area.
$25 or pay-what-you-can. For more information or to
make your reservation contact: Beth Trouy,
btrouy@yahoo.com
March 28. Porter-Leath Healthcare Eggstravaganza (early
notice of date.) seems to have gone away? No details found./
March 28, 2-6 PM. Memphis Arts Festival, Gaisman
Park (Berclair - on Macon Rd between Graham and Perkins)
Free. Prizes. Kids stuff,
bouncers, food trucks, etc. Celebrating the diversity
and culture of Memphis. Presented by the Muslim
Intercultural Network.
March 28. Youth United Yard Sale. 7 AM-
Noon. Donate or shop to help Youth United raise funds
for their 2015 build at Habitat for Humanity.
Details should appear at http://memphishabitat.com/
or at https://www.facebook.com/memphisyouthunitedyardsale
but seem to be slow.
I am quite sure is 7 am - noon at the parking lot of the
Habitat store,
http://www.memphisrestore.com/
7130 Winchester Road Memphis, TN 38125
901.RESTORE (737.8673)
Some of the churches involved in Habitat builds recently:
Germantown Presbyterian, Idlewild Presbyterian, St. Luke
Lutheran, with other help from Christ the King Lutheran,
Faith Christian, Lindenwood Christian. THANKS!
March 28, Saturday, On-Line event. The General Women's
Conference of the Church of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon
Church) in Salt Lake City will be broadcast live by BYUtv
(Brigham Young University Television) for the BYUtv apps for
tablets and cell phones and, I presume, also on line on the
internet.
http://www.byutv.org/
This network has a remarkable variety of educational and
arts programs - see the piece about Handel's Messiah April 5
-
http://www.byutv.org/show/7e7b26be-527b-4113-af3c-04402eddae90/handels-messiah
March 28 - 29 at the Hindu Temple (Indian Cultural
Center and Temple): Sri Rama Navami Celebrations.
Services at 9:30 am and 6:30 PM on Saturday, 10 AM Sunday.
Substantial refreshments will be served after the Saturday
evening and Sunday morning services, an excellent
opportunity to meet the people and learn more about our
Indian community.
March 29, Sunday (corrected!). 4:45-6:45
PM Lecture, Dealing with Radical Islam.
Memphis' own internationally renowned Muslim
Scholar Yasir Qadhi will lecture at the Great
Hall, Germantown Performing Arts Center (this is the
entry at the southwest corner of the building)
Doors open at 4 PM, come and socialize. I'd put
this on the "must - do list; how often do
people say "do the Muslims denounce Muslim radicals? The
answer of course is "yes, but the press never covers
that." Come and see for yourself.
The event is FREE but you must preregister:
http://www.muslimsinmemphis.org Poster
at http://memphisirg.org/3_29_2015_QadhiH.jpg
March 30, 8 AM - 3 PM. FACING HISTORY
PROGRAM. Stax Music and Memphis History.
"What is the role music
can play in shaping the way we see ourselves and others?
What can we learn about the past by focusing on music?
This workshop explores these questions and others, as well
as the relationship between music and social change
through five classic soul songs during their recording at
Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee, during the civil
rights movement. The stories of the artists, the music,
and the lyrics provide a window into the ways that music
can inspire social change. "
This is a program intended primarily for 6-12th grade music,
English language arts, and social studies educators
but it may also be of great interest to religious school
educators and church musicians.
https://www.facinghistory.org/events/wq2015mem1-using-music-explore-history-stax-records-story?utm_content=003i000000ZRmd6AAD&utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=&utm_campaign=Celebrate%20Black%20History%20Month%20with%20Facing%20Historycontent
(if you would enjoy a much smaller sample of Facing History
materials, the page at
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/1439135/7520da6de4/545373579/b16e3fa1cf/
under "Congressman John Lewis" also has a link to a
two-minute video about the Freedom Rides.)
March 31, Tuesday. Turkish Dinner and
Lecture. "Beyond Tibet: Buddhism in Modern Siberia
nd Mongolia". 6:30 PM dinner,
7:10 PM lecture. Free, put on mby the Memphis Turkish
community. They have had outstanding lecturers in the past -
highly recommended. Talk by Dr Lubov Abaeva. Professor of
Philosophy at the Institute of Mongolian, Buddhist, and
Tibetan Studies (Russia). Takjes place at Homewood Suites
(Hilton), 5811 Poplar Ave, Memphis 38119.
March 13, Streamed event.
Facing History will be having a major program at the
Harvard Graduate School of Education, which will be available on the
internet. "Thought, Judgement, Action: Choosing to Participate"
https://www.facinghistory.org/
March 13, 2015. The Shen Yun dancers.
An extraordinary dance troupe, doing Chinese-style dances
infused with an unusual form of Chinese Christianity (Falun Gong) -
see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shen_Yun_Performing_Arts.
They will be performing at the Cannon Center this year. Tickets are
already on sale
http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1B004D25E965491A/?wt.mc_id=EML_NTF380276_4[1354996/e/1B004D25E965491A
(day and address corrected:)
FRIDAY March 13, at 7 pm. Otter
Creek Duo will perform traditional folk music along
with original award winning music promoting Social
Justice.“Superb musicianship underpinned by stunning technique”.
Suggested Donation $10 Neshoba Unitarian
Universalist Church, 7350 Raleigh Lagrange Rd. Cordova, 266-2626
or
http://www.neshobachurch.org.
Event: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=811475208947303
(the address on Facebook appears wrong - it is seventy-three fifty
Raleigh Lagrange Rd. near the NE corner of Shelby Farms.
March 13 (not public, included for information): Tennessee
Council for the Social Studies, Conference. Social Studies teachers
grades 9-12.
Bluma Zuckerbrot-Finkelstein will present a workshop, "Teaching the
Arab-Israeli Conflict."
March 13 and 14, William Henry, "The Light Body Effect, The
Divine Human" Unity Church of Practical
Christianity, Poster
is at http://MemphisIRG.org/HenryMarch2015.jpg
March 13-15. Workshop: Training for Social Action Trainers.
http://www.trainingforchange.org/workshop/training-social-action-trainers-tsat
March 14, Saturday, 6 PM. Dinner and lecture at
Masjid As-Salaam, Stratford and McCrory. The subject
is "The History of Islam inYemen" - probably history and travelogue,
by an immigrant from Yemen, rather than a talk on current politics,
but we'll see when it happens. These are very welcoming people and
it is an excellent chance to visit a mosque and meet them on their
own ground.
Probable schedule - prayers 6-6:10, lecture 6:10-7:10, prayers
7:10-7:20, then the Yemenite supper. (Free). Men and women are
in separate rooms for the prayers and while the members stay
separate-sex for meals, they are not at all offended if visitors eat
with the men (e.g. visiting couples can stay together.) If you
don't like sitting on the floor for prayers / lecture, they happily
provide a chair.
March 15, Sunday Morning, Anshei Sfard-Beth El
Emeth Synagogue. Speaker: Dr Dan Bahat, former chief
archeologist of Jerusalem, "King David, Jerusalem, and the
Jewish People." Morning service at 8 AM, complimentary
breakfast, talk at 9:30 AM.
March 16 Monday2:30-7 p - Islamic Heritage Night with the
Grizzlies - an interfaith event.
Pregane events 2:30-4, tyhen game against the Denver Nuggets.
Tickets $10 - $50 or inquire
http://muslimsinmemphis.org/events/islamic-heritage-night-with-grizzlies/
ORDER BY MARCH 2
March 17, Tuesday, 5:39-7:30 PM Lecture at Holy Communion Church
The Reverend Gary D. Jones, rector, St. Stephen's
in Richmond, Va.; former rector, Church of the Holy
Communion.
March 19-21, The Beale Street Symposium. Rhodes
College Campus and Beale Street. Book launch, panel on the
history of Beale Street; music; walking tour. (general
events list:) http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
March 19 at 6:00 PM will be a major lecture at Rhodes College to
start this. This event:
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/28919.asp
March 21, 6:30-8:40 pm. The Kosher and Halal Comedy Show. University
of Memphis, Room 255 University Center. A Jewish and a Muslim
comedian working together.
http://muslimsinmemphis.org/events/kosher-halal-comedy-show/
Charge (about $10?) Advance ticketing required.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kosher-and-halal-comedy-night-tickets-15493297871
March 5, Thursday. 6
PM Rhodes College Communities in Conversation.
Lecture, Brian Greene, The Cosmos: From the Big Bang to
the End of Time. McCallum
Ballroom, Brian Campus Life Center (you can get
directions from the gate agent at the campus entrance on
University Ave.) http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
Johnathan Judaken will interview the speaker on his radio
program, Thursday Feb 26, 7:30 PM. WKNO-FM 91.1 FM (or
online, http://wknofm.org/)
March 5, 2015 Purimspiel at Temple Israel. 7:30
PM but arrive early for good seats. Free. A
remarkable Musical Comedy presentation of the story of the Book
of Esther. One of Memphis's major theatrical and musical
traditions. Not a typical "church drama", this recognizes
that Esther is something of a sexy superspy and some parts may
bewilder children, but are usually child-safe rather than
offensive (Ian Fleming said that James Bond was based on Esther,
although in the Bible the racing around before the final
massacre of the bad guys has to be done on horseback rather than
in sports cars, and M's full name is given.)
March 5, "Purim in New York City" at Chabad Memphis,
2570 Kirby Parkway. $22 adult, $12 child 3-12.
Reading of the Book of Esther (in Hebrew, I assume) 5 PM, New
York Deli and Full Buffet Dinner 5:30, Klezmer Band, street
entertainment, face painting, Caricature street art, much more,
RSVP by March 5.
http://www.JewishMemphis.com/PurimNY
or call 901-754-0404
March 5, Purim celebrations at Baron Hirsch
Congregation. Children's Games,
food, carnival. Special Women' service at 11 AM, reading of the Book
of Esther.
March 5, 7 PM. Violin Concert, Benedict Goodfried, Church
of the Holy Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove.
March 5 7:00pm Lenten Choral Evensong:
Memphis ChamberChoir
"Join the Memphis ChamberChoir on Thursday, March 5 for an evening
of prayer and song at Saint John's as we mark the season of Lent. " http://www.stjohnsmemphis.org/
March 7, 6 to 9 PM, Muslims in
Memphis, A Major Annual Interfaith Event. Germantown
Performing Arts Center. Free. http://muslimsinmemphis.org/
An Open Invitation
We live in a time where many of the images we see
about Islam are ugly: terrorism, poverty, intolerance,
fear, war. These are all common practices we see linked to a
faith of Islam and to the Muslims. Very rarely we see Islam
connected with something beautiful or being recognized as a
beautiful faith itself.
Details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-open-invitation-to-understand-islam-and-muslims-part-of-13th-annual-muslims-in-memphis-tickets-5690269750?ref=enivtefor001&invite=NzUyODgwOS9lZHdhcmRAb3JkbWFuLm5ldC8w&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=invitenew&utm_term=eventimage&ref=enivtefor001
Strongly Recommended!!!
An important outreach by our local Muslims to connect
with the larger community. Come, socialize with Muslims, ask
questions. RSVP will help
in planning -
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-open-invitation-to-understand-islam-and-muslims-part-of-13th-annual-muslims-in-memphis-tickets-5690269750?ref=enivtefor001&invite=NzUyODgwOS9lZHdhcmRAb3JkbWFuLm5ldC8w&utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=inviteformalv2&ref=enivtefor001&utm_term=attend
March 7, 8 PM Memphis
Repertory Orchestra, Free Concert
Buckman Performing
Arts Center 60 Perkins Extd., Memphis, TN
38117
Evening of Prokofiev : Violin Concerto No. 2
in g minor
(Visit this link to see Luna Nova's study guide.)
Guest Artist – Luna Nova Music
violinist Gregory Maytan
Peter and the Wolf
Narrator – WKNO’s Kacky Walton
March 8, Sunday, 4-6 PM. Free concert, Memphis Symphony
Orchestra, "Symphony Soul Project." Metropolitan
Baptist Church, 767 Walker Avenue.
http://www.memphissymphony.org/default.aspx?p=42167&evtid=253511:3/8/2015
"Maestro Makino conducts this free community concert in
Soulsville. Opera Memphis, Stax, and Lemoyne-Owen's
joint Artist-in-Residence, Lenora Green, will also be featured.
"
March 8. 9:30 - 11 AM. Memphis Jewish Community Center. "The
opposite of spoiled". RSVP
requested. What's the toughest question your child has asked you
about money? Are you a parent or grandparent of a child age
3-16? Bring your questions and stories of your own efforts to
raise grounded young kids who know how to save, splurge and give
in the most meaningful ways to hear Ron Lieber, "Your Money"
columnist for the New York Times and author of the recently
published book, "The Opposite of Spoiled." Some more
detail in the last entry on
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=8635321a-828f-4265-91ca-bce31fd55141&c=449fb2e0-d2e4-11e3-acd1-d4ae5292c3f3&ch=452fe4f0-d2e4-11e3-ad4f-d4ae5292c3f3
March 8, 2-3:30 PM. Concert, "Katz and
Friends", to benefit
Alzheimer's Day Services of Memphis (generous donation
requested). Performers include Diane Cohen (asst principal
first violin, Memphis Symphony Orchestra) and the Three
Cantors (Julian, Kampf, Samberg). Always a large variety of
musical styles and performers at these concerts. at Amro
Music, 2918 Poplar Ave.
March 10, Tuesday, 12:30 PM. Concert at Memphis Jewish
Community Center, for children
and seniors. Music of Lea Jackson (mandolin, guitar,
fiddle). Admission: minimum two canned goods for the
Food Bank. All seniors invited. Old tunes. sing-along.
March 10, Tuesday, 7 PM. program on "The Church and the
Environment". Rita Harris, a senior
organizing representative of the Sierra Club, will be a
speaker. Sponsored by the Catholic peace group Pax
Christi, and taking place at the Quaker Friendship House, 3387
Walnut Grove. Interesting people, interesting place,
interesting program...
The flier is at http://memphisirg.org/3_19_2015_pax%20christi_environment_web.jpg
March 11, Wed, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Regular Monthly meeting, Mid-South Peace and Justice Center.
3573 Southern Ave, Memphis, TN 38111 (across the tracks from U
of Memphis).
"Join us for a potluck at our office on the second Wednesday
of every month at 6pm."
March 12, 11:30 (program at noon). YWCA Greater Memphis
Fundraising Luncheon, $100. Hilton Memphis, 939
Ridge Lake Blvd. Dewan Smith-Williams, former NFL wife,
speaking from her personal experience on domestic violence.
We have a personal interest in this program - Eunice Ordman
worked for several years as a volunteer in the local YWCA hideout
for abused women. RSVP 901-320-6002.
March
3, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. The Roman
Catholic "Gay, Lesbian, etc." group
has a monthly pot luck
supper in Marian Hall, downstairs from the
sanctuary at Immaculate Conception Cathedral,
1695 Central, followed by a "Stations of the
Cross." If you are not familiar with this
liturgical practice, it
is a friendly group to
observe it with. All
are welcome. If you can't easily bring a
dish to share, please come anyway, there is
plenty of food.
Donations
are requested for Manna
House, especially NEW mens'
underwear in all
sizes.
March
4, Purim celebration - Temple
Israel. Reading
of the Megillah (Book of Esther) (as
skits?) and dinner. Free for
members if reserved early, otherwise $8
adult, $4 child.
https://timemphis.wufoo.com/forms/purim-family-dinner-march-4-2015/
February 14, Saturday, 8-9 PM, Art
Exhibit Opening, Scottish Rite Temple, 825 Union.
"Investigations", Jeff Mickey and Jean
Flint. Exhibit open Feb 14- March 10. RSVP
not required, but info is at
Ash Wednesday services
(small sample) Balmoral Presbyterian, 7 - 7:30
PM, Feb 18.
Church of the Holy Communion
(Walnut Grove between Perkins: Feb
18
7 a.m. Ashes and Eucharist in Quilling Chapel.
12:15 p.m. Ashes and Eucharist, with hymns, in nave.
5:30 p.m. Light dinner of soup and salad.
6:30 p.m. Ashes and Eucharist, with choir, in nave.
February 18 - March 1. Fogelman International Jewish Film
Festival. Typical admission $7 per film,
$5 members.
Program and trailers at http://www.jccmemphis.org/index.php?src=gendocs&ref=film_festival&category=Culture
The Green Prince Feb 18 7:15 PM at Malco Ridgeway
4; others at Memphis Jewish Community Center.
Run Boy Run Feb 19, 7:30 PM and Feb 22, 3 PM
Hunting Elephants, Feb 21 7:30 PM
Above and Beyond, Feb 22 at 11 AM, Feb 25 at 7:30 PM
Short Films, Feb 26 at 7:30 PM
For a Woman, Feb 28, 7:30 PM
Double feature March 1, 2PM, Havana Curveball, (20 min
intermission), I Shall Not Be Silent.
February 23, Monday, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m /
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis, 1900 Union Avenue.
A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ABOUT SEXUAL ASSAULT
You are invited to join a conversation with women leaders and the
Memphis Sexual Assault Kit Task Force. This is a special opportunity
to hear about our community’s effort to find and inform victims of
sexual assault and to investigate and prosecute rapists. We will
update the task force efforts on behalf of the community and ways
you can help communicate about the impact of rape. Be among the
first to hear about upcoming new projects to reset our community’s
attitudes and help prevent violence against women – and how you and
your organization can strengthen these efforts
Parking is adjacent at rear of building.
Seating is limited. Please confirm your attendance at
rsvp@memphistn.gov by Feb. 20.
If you have questions, please contact Deborah Clubb at
dclubb@memphiswomen.org.
February 24, 5:30 - 7:30 PM Hooks Institute
Program. The Hooks Institute will host a
special release event for its Mapping Civil Rights History and
Tent City websites. The Mapping Civil Rights History website will
allow users to explore pivotal civil rights locations in the
Mid-South through photos and history on the interactive map. The
Tent City website chronicles the struggles as well as the
victories of Civil Rights Era activists in Fayette County,
Tennessee.
The website release
event will be held at the University of Memphis, University
Center River Room (UC 300). This event is free and open to
the public.
http://www.memphis.edu/benhooks/
February 24, 6 PM. Special prayers at the Indian
Cultural Center and Temple in Eads.
Shashti Abhishekam - Subramanya
Abhishekam
Feb 26, Thursday (Jackson, TN). Art
Exhibit "What I kept", artifacts kept by
immigrants to the US, U of Memphis Lambuth Campus,
Jones-Varnell Hall. Opening reception, Feb 26 5 - 7 PM.
Exhibit Feb 26-May 8. Flier at http://www.memphis.edu/amum/lambuthwebversion.jpg
February 26, 7 PM. Civil Rights
Photographer speaks at the Brooks Museum. Matt
Herron, Civil Rights photographer and exhibition
curator of This Light of Ours, will lecture this
Thursday, February 26 at 7 o’clock in Hohenberg
Auditorium. "The photographs that he took during
that time, and those of eight of his colleagues,
make up This Light of Ours: Activist Photographers
of the Civil Rights Movement. Join us for a
fascinating talk about the exhibition from one of
the key photographers in the movement."
Feb 26, 7:30 PM - interview with a Rhodes
College speaker, WKNO-FM, see March 5 for more info.
Feb 28 6-8 PM Saturday - Lecture on the
Crimea, sponsored by the Memphis Turkish community
(Rainbow House). A wonderful opportunity
to meet these people if you havenot already done so,
an interesting topic if you have. Free Turkish
dinner 6 PM, Lecture 6:45, Q&A 7:25.
"Crimea Annexation: Secession, Nationalism, and
Muslim Minority" by Dr. Andrei Znamenski.
Professor of History, The University of
Memphis.
Hampton Inn & Suites 962 S Shady Grove Rd,
Memphis, TN 38120
RSVP
requested
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-lecture-crimea-annexation-secession-nationalism-and-muslim-minority-tickets-15739187333
March 1,
Sunday, 1-5 PM. Pack meals for the hungry (international,
interfaith). http://www.memphisinterfaith.org/
http://muslimsinmemphis.org/
"A Volunteering event for the whole family."
"Memphis Interfaith" is a major interfaith activity started with
Muslim sponsorship and well deserving of attention. Last year's food
packing event was very successful and allowed a great many people of
different religions to work together and interact, and was very much
enjoyed by all. It is a highlight of the interfaith year. It
will take place again at Pleasant View School, the Muslim day
school, providing a chance to visit that and meet many of the older
students - last year there were also groups from church-related
secondary schools in Memphis participating. Sign-up is at
http://www.memphisinterfaith.org/event/stop-hunger-now-meal-packaging-event/
There is also a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/1516201265314972/
March 1, Kid's Purim events at Temple Israel. Show
at 11 AM (free), picnic and games 11:30-2 (charges for food and some
games). "March Madness Purim Carnival at ASBEE synagogue, 11
AM-3PM. Lunch available, children's games, Lifeblood Blood Donor van
on site.
March 1, 3 pm. St John's Episcopal Church. An
Afternoon of Jazz with the Memphis BoyChoir & Memphis
GirlChoir. http://www.stjohnsmemphis.org/
This recital will feature the Tony Thomas Trio and the Memphis
BoyChoir and GirlChoir. The repertoire will include broadway show
tunes and jazz standards. The Recital will be about one hour in
length.
February 14-19, Maha Siva
Ratri Celebrations at Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Schedule at https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/event_mahasivaratri2015
If you are not
Hindu, dress conservatively (no blue jeans) and feel free to
visit to see this remarkable temple and to socialize or
ask questions. Note especially refreshments served
Saturday noon, Tuesday evening.
Thursday Feb 19, Marcus Orr Lecture, U of Memphis
University Center (Bluff Room). U of M Professor will talk on his
high-wire literary thriller Descent. Rexeption %;30, talk
and book signing at 6. Generally an excellent lecture series.
Open to public, free. Parking (charge) Zach Curlin street parking
garage,
Thursday, Feb 19, 5:30-7 PM. Church of the Holy Communion,(At
lunch today, Rev Mathews said this would be mainly a social time
rather than a lecture.). The
Reverend Dr. Dan Matthews, rector emeritus,
Trinity Wall Street; former associate rector,
Church of the Holy Communion.
Often the evening lectures by Calvary's noon
speakers allow a longer experience and
discussion than is possible in the short
noon-time talks at Calvary. Dan Matthews is a
long-time favorite.
Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove
between Perkins.
February 21 - 2nd Anniversary Celebration,
The Kroc Center (Salvation Army
Center at the Mid-South Fairgrounds) 9
AM - 2 PM. Free. Live Band, Kid's games,
sports competition, $2 Cafe' specials,
Membership $22 instead of $50. http://www.krocmemphis.org/calendar/share-the-love/
February 21 - People's Conference on Juvenile Justice
- LeMoyne-Owen College. Midsouth Peace and Justice Center advance
notice.
February 21, Saturday , 6PM. Dinner and Lecture at
Masjid As-Salaam (Stratford Rd., Foot of Covington
Pike.) Our good friend and interfaith activist Dr. Mohammad
Moinuddin will speak on "India, Land of Diversity and Fascination",
talk 6 to 7 PM followed by an Indian cuisine dinner. Free. A
wonderful chance to meet our Muslim neighbors.
February 18, Wednesday, (6 PM)
Rhodes College Communities in Conversation.
Lecture, Neil Painter, "The History of White
People". http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
McCullum
Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center, (Get directions
at the campus entry kiosk on University Ave north of North
Parkway.)
February 18 - many churches have Ash Wednesday programs,
but some have been cancelled due to the weather. Call or
check on the web to be sure, especially if you are going any
great distance.
February 18 - The Workers Interfaith Network
is calling for a Fast From Fast Food (in support of a living
wage and benefits for workers) in Lent (Feb 18-Easter). They
also have a number of other events, including a 6 PM Meeting
on Feb 18 at First Congregational Church on issues about the
operation of school buses.
https://www.facebook.com/winmemphis
February 19, 3-4 PM. Web seminar on teaching
civil rights, by Teaching Tolerance and the
Library of Congress.
https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&eventid=934435&sessionid=1&key=A825A31069D8494978C01503E28206C4&sourcepage=register
TEACHING HISTORY AND OURSELVES:
In addition to some programs and courses listed below, this
organization often has free teaching materials available. For
example:
Download Teaching Mockingbird for
free! |
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Our new study guide, Teaching
Mockingbird, is now available as a free PDF.
Grounded in historical context of Southern life in the
Depression Era and informed by Facing History's
pedagogical approach, the guide offers educators
thoughtful strategies for teaching Harper Lee's classic
novel in a new way. |
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Yasir Qadhi has completed his lecture series on "The Life of
the Prophet". Many of his talks may be found online through
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/
posted Feb 9, 2015:
Rabbi Joel Finkelstein of Memphis synagogue Anshei
Sfard-Beth El Emeth has an unusual collection of videos on
Youtube, at
https://www.youtube.com/user/ASBEEMemphis/videos
Prof. Shaul Bar is the author of a recently published
book, "Daily Life of the Patriarchs, The Way It Was."
Travel possibility: Professors Stephen Haynes
and Jonathan Judaken of Rhodes College and Prof Daniel
Unofsky of the University of Memphis will lead a Holocaust
Travel Seminar May 17-30, open both to college
students and to lifelong learners. Cost estimate $4400.
Numerous places in Germany and Poland, at least.
This will be an exceptional inter-generational experience
with remarkable interfaith leadership.
Register, or at least indicate interest, as soon as
possible (target is Feb 15 for initial information).
Contact Prof Haynes at 901-843-3583 or email haynes@rhodes.edu.
The Movie SELMA is an important piece of American History
and deserves to be seen. If you need further background,
or especially if you are a teacher wanting material about
the period, there is quite a bit of useful material on the
website of the nationally noted "Teaching Tolerance" program,
at http://www.tolerance.org/voting-rights-web-package
This website has a number of important teaching packages
(including videos) which are free for teachers, and are
also often extremely valuable for Sunday School and Adult
Education programs. (MIRG has an example or two on hand if
you'd like to look.)
Obviously, the trauma facing the Jewish Community in
France following the events related to the "Charlie
Hebdo" attack are in many ways mild compared toi the
traumas of Syria, Lebanon, Afghanistan, and so on. But I
thought people might be interested in some of the ways
responses in France are being organized. There is an
interesting report circulated through the Memphis Jewish
Community Center, on line at https://files.ctctcdn.com/7c3c2e9b001/871c0511-e5df-4fa1-990e-054b5e973e99.pdf
There is a particularly good essay on making the Jewish
community inclusive of people with disabilities,
that will also be of interest to other faiths and other
organizations, at
http://ejewishphilanthropy.com/a-primer-on-making-the-jewish-community-inclusive/\
posted earlier:
Lichterman Nature Center is normally closed
Sundays. It is inviting churches in need of a place to
meet on Sundays to arrange to use its facilities,
Indoor spaces available in sizes 50 to 200, outdoor spaces
also. Parking, kitchen, etc.
"For more
information, call 901.636.2213
or visit our website: www.memphismuseums.org"
A midtown Jewish group
is starting a variety of activities - e.g. a children's
Hebrew School in the Central Gardens area Monday
afternoons, a monthly family program on first Sunday
afternoons, possibly a youth group and other
activities. If interested contact Sarah at newstok@mac.com
There is much too much to be said about "Charlie
Hebdo" to say it here. So I've put it at
http://MemphisIRG.org/Charlie.html
Rhodes College has announced its Spring 2015 schedule for the
"Communities in Conversation" series. I'll insert these
below.
The list of events is at http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
with some additional discussion of events at https://www.facebook.com/communities.in.conversation
Loyalty rebate programs, anyone. How common are deals between
houses of worship or other nonprofits and local businesses, to
give contributions to the charity based on purchases? I know
such deals are common on Amazon, where you can pick a charity at http://smile.amazon.com.
Temple Israel seems to be multiplying its arrangements, but I
don't know how common they are. http://www.timemphis.org/about-temple/loyalty-rebate-programs
The
Memphis School of Servant Leadership ( http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/)
is beginning its Spring 2015 Activities.
The schedule book is at
http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/brochure_WS2015.pdf
and there are a great many things of interest to
those seeking ways of having a good impact on
the community.
There is still a "World Zionist Congress"
every five years. People interested in
learning about what is being argued about are
welcome to look in on some of the arguments,
party platforms, and the like. Go to https://www.myvoteourisrael.com/
for links to the party platforms. One can get
some idea of the range by comparing the
"Hatikvah" (very liberal) platform with that of
the Zionist Organization of America (the last
one listed) which is, shall we say,
anti-Palestinian.
"Washington, DC | www.adc.org
| January 3, 2015 – The Department of
Homeland Security (DHS) has formally
announced that the Secretary of Homeland
Security, Jeh Johnson, has approved a
request made by the American-Arab
Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) to
extend and redesignate Temporary
Protective Status (TPS) for Syrian
nationals currently in the United States.
....Secretary Johnson is extending the
designation of the Temporary Protective Status (TPS)
for Syrian Nationals for 18 months, from April 1, 2015
through September 30, 2016. The redesignation of Syria
allows additional individuals who have been
continuously residing in the U.S. since January 5,
2015 to obtain TPS. The DHS
announcement will be published in the Federal
Register on Monday January 5, 2015. The redesignation
allows current TPS beneficiaries to re-register for
TPS during the 60-day re-registration period. It
also allows Syrian nationals who have been in the
United States on or before January 5, 2015 to apply
for Employment Authorization Documents (EAD)."
The movie Jerusalem 3D is still running
at the Pink Palace in January.
If you bring your Christmas Tree to be recycled
at "The Yard", 1735 Thomas Rd (off Covington
Pike and Pleasant View Road) and mention the
Memphis Botanic Garden, you get rid of the tree
free and the Botanic Garden gets $2.
A great deal of new information is online about the
"Memphis Friendship Foundation", including plans for a
world-class park between Heartsong Church and the Memphis
Islamic Center. See http://fazizq.wix.com/friendshippark
Germantown Presbyterian Church is getting ready to
start a new Grief Recovery Support Group.
This is a support activity for those who have recently
lost a family member or close friend; you may bring a
friend to it (if you or the friend are hesitant to come
alone.) It meets for six weeks, they start a new session
about every three months. The only on-line
description I have found is on page 11 of
http://www.germantownpres.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Ministries-Directory-2014-electronic-version1.pdf
They have exceptionally excellent printed materials for
this program which may be of interest to individuals or
other groups.
The church office is at 901-754-5195
February 2015
January 27-Feb 11. Rhodes College, Tournees
French Film Festival. (Subtitles in
English). Jan 27: In the House. Jan 28: The Gatekeepers. Feb 4:
Grigris. Feb 4: Augustine. Feb 10: The Missing Picture. Feb 11:
The Lovely Month of May. Films at 7 PM. On Jan 27 and Feb
11, receptions at 6:30 PM. Blount Auditorium, Buckman
Hall. (you can get directions
from the gate agent at the campus entrance on University
Ave.)
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
February 10, 9:40-10:40 AM, program on campus sexual
violence, University Center, U of Memphis, room
347 (Shelby Room)..
http://www.memphis.edu/acss/pdfs/sexualviolence_feb2015.pdf
February 10, Tuesday 6:30 PM. Pax Christi,
the Roman Catholic Peace organization, meets at 3387
Walnut Grove, Friends Meeting House
http://www.paxchristimemphis.org
(Regular meeting, second Tuesday of the month)
Our guest speaker will be Paul Garner,
Organizing Coordinator for the MSPJC. His talk will be on:
-A brief history of how the
Memphis United Coalition formed and how their work has shifted
to addressing systemic and institutional racism within our
criminal justice system.
-Their work to reform the Civilian Law
Enforcement Review Board to provide greater transparency
and oversight of MPD's complaint process.
There will be time for Q & A so come and learn about the
important work the MSPJC is doing in our community.
"Join the Women's Action Coalition of the
Mid-south (WAC) in conjunction with Memphis United as we take a
look at masculinity in American culture. "Tough Guise 2 stands
to empower a new generation of..."
February 11, 7:30 PM. Lecture, ASBEE (Anshei Sfard -
Beth El Emeth synagogue). First annual memorial
lecture for Rabbi Efraim Greenblatt z"l. His
son Rabbi Menachem Greenblatt, of St. Louis, will lecture on
"Lessons Learned from Exodus, The Sequel."
February 12, 12-1:30 PM, Hooks Institute
Lecture. Daniel Matlin, Lecturer, History, at King's
College London, and co-winner of the Hooks Institute
National Book Award will speak on his winning book On the
Corner: African American Intellectuals and the Urban
Crisis (Harvard Univ. Press) The lunch and
lecture will be held at the University of Memphis,
University Center Bluff Room (UC 308). Lunch,
courtesy of the Hooks Institute, will begin at 12
pm. This event is free and open to the public.
http://www.memphis.edu/benhooks/
February 12-14, Planned Parenthood. Events at
Circuit Playhouse, 51 S. Cooper. Thurs and Friday
doors open at 6, show at 7:30.
Saturday matinee - doors open 12:30, show at 2 PM.
"A NEW V-Day Production:
“A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant, and A Prayer”... Do you
want to celebrate the diverse stories told by women of
Memphis? Do you want to see an end to violence against
women?" $20, less for students, seniors, groups.
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-memphis-tennessee
February 12, Thursday, 6:30 PM (dinner at 7). Memphis
Theological Seminary, Fund-Raising Dinner, $100. The
Annual Dr. Henry Logan Starks Scholarship Dinner. Contact
Ms. Raegan Cook, 901-331-5801
February 12: Facing History, start of on-line courses:These
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February 12, 10 - 12 noon, Small Business Workshop. Free.
City of Memphis Pre-Certification Workshop for Small
Women-owned, Minority, and Disadvantaged Small Business
Enterprises. Upcoming procurement opportunities. Memphis
Urban League. 413 N. Cleveland Ave. RSVP 636-6210.
February 13. 12-2 PM. Porter-Leath Brunch for Mothers-To-Be,
"Parents as Teachers". Free food and gifts
for expectant mothers.
https://www.facebook.com/events/591489140996937/
Ed
Rice Community Center 2907 N Watkins St, Memphis,
Tennessee 38127
February 13, 2:30 - 3:45 PM. Lecture on Asian-American
Filmmaking, U of Memphis. Dr. Kent Ono, Univ of
Utah.
314 Arts and Communications Building (formerly the Law School
Building, on Central just west of the Theatre building.)
"In Eric Byler's 2002 film, Charlotte Sometimes, time
crucially affects narrative storytelling. Asian American
independent filmmakers have recently considered and worked to create
an aesthetic definitive of Asian
American filmmaking...."
February 14 - Get Covered! February is
a major deadline for health insurance coverage. On February 14
at 10 AM, the organization Get Covered Tennessee https://www.facebook.com/GetCoveredTN
will have a program at
In-person assistance available to help you
get covered and stay covered with affordable healthcare.
Walk-ins welcome, but save time and beat the lines by
booking your appointment online at http://www.getcoveredtenn.org/
February 14, Saturday, 9-11 AM. Beth
Shalom. Tu B'Shevat program for young children
Tu B'Shevat Family Celebration
with PJ Library
Date: Saturday,
February 14th @ 9:00-11:00 am
Location:
Beth Sholom
PJ
Library of Memphis and Beth Sholom Synagogue are teaming
up for a Tu B'Shevat Family Celebration on Shabbat
morning. The program, which is open to the community, will
feature a Tu B'Shevat sedar, special PJ Library story and
activity. To RSVP or for more information please contact
swagerman@memjfed.org or call (901)
767-7100.
Sunday February 15, 2 PM. Jewish
Historical Society Lecture, "The History of the Third Temple,"
Dr. Dan Bahat, former chief archeologist of Jerusalem, Jewish
Community Center. Free. http://jhsmem.org/
Feb 17, 5:30 PM Pre-Lenten Celebration (pancake dinner
with kids games), Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut
Grove between Perkins. $5. [Cancelled due to icy conditions on
roads.]
January 2015
2015
January 1. 10 AM to 8 PM. New Years Celebration,
Indian Cultural Center and Temple. A variety of
prayers and ceremonies, interesting refreshments, and a wonderful
day for visitors to find people who will wxplain to them what is
going on, what things mean. Highly recommended.
January 3, Saturday, Church of the Holy Communion (Walnut
Grove and Perkins). Ordination of Hester Mathes.
January 4. Rabbi Micah Greenstein will be a guest at Sunday
School at Calvary Episcopal Church downtown. Text
is chapters 12-16 of 1 Kings. After the 10 am service, about
11:15. http://calvarymemphis.org/adults#Formation
January 6,
Tuesday, 6:30 PM. The Roman Catholic "Gay,
Lesbian, etc." group has
a monthly pot luck supper in Marian Hall, downstairs
from the sanctuary at Immaculate Conception Cathedral,
1695 Central. Rabbi
Micah Greenstein of Temple Israel will speak
on the History of Jewish People’s Reception to
the LGBT Community.
All are welcome, it is a chance to meet an interesting
group of people and an outstanding speaker. If
you can't easily bring a dish to share, please
come anyway, there is plenty of food
Ongoing:
art exhibit, Temple Israel Museum.
Exhibit Jan 5 - Feb 6. Women's Foundation for
a Greater Memphis 2014 Legends Award Art Exhibit. http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Voice_January_2015%201.pdf
Art exhibits, Ross Gallery,
Christian Brothers University (Lower level of Plough
Library). Jan 9 - Feb 2, (1) A tribute to Jan Singer
(pottery). (2) Exhibit from The Metal Museum: Forge, Cast,
Fabricate.
http://www.cbu.edu/gallery
January
7, 13,20
(Weds-Tues-Tues),
7-8:30 PM Jewish
Mysticism. Rabbi
Micah Greenstein of
Temple Israel, offers an
introduction to
Kabbalah. RSVP
requested early:
https://timemphis.wufoo.com/forms/jewish-mysticism
(have you noticed he's
scheduled a busy week?)
January
13, Tuesday, 8:30-11:30 AM. Common Table Health
Alliance: 4th Annual Summit: Health Activity and
Nutrition Goals. Talks
by major community experts. Linked
as "Change Summit" at http://commontablehealth.org/
January 15, Thursday, 6 PM Rhodes College Communities in
Conversation. Lecture, Scott Samuelson, "Suffering and
Soul-Making: On the Deep Value of the Liberal Arts", Evergreen
Presbyterian Church, University Ave, just north of North Parkway.
(His book is called"The Deepest Human Life")
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
January 17-19, Martin Luther King. Jr., Weekend.
Various projects at MIFA. http://bethedreammemphis.com/The
Youth Empowerment Symposium will be held Saturday, January 17 from
12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Cook Convention Center in Downtown
Memphis. Click here to register a youth participant.
January 18 and following. Masjid Al-Noor, 3529
Mynders (near the U of M campus) is trying a somewhat unusual series
of "Sunday School" topoics, if that is the right word. Jan 18 and
27, 3:15-5:15, Basic Auto Maintenance ($10 fee).
Coming in February: four sessions on phone app development.
For more information, please email: info@masjid-alnoor.org
January 18 and 25. Sunday, 11 AM. Civil
Rights Sermons. While we don't normally list speakers
at rehgular weekly religious services here, it seems worthwhile to
break the rule occasionally. On Martin Luther King Sunday, January
18, and the following Sunday, January 25, Rev Beth at Neshoba Church
in Cordova will be doing a two-part sermon series on the civil
rights movement of the 1960s. These sermons grew out of her 2006
experience on the southern civil rights tour led by Gordon and Judy
Gibson – a life-affecting experience for her.
Neshoba Church, a Unitarian Universalist Congregation. 7350
Raleigh-Lagrange Rd. / Cordova, TN 38018 / P: 901-266-2626 or
901-270-4244
http://neshobachurch.org/
January 18, Sunday, 3 - 5:30 PM. World Religion
Day. First Congregational Church, celebrating
guest artist Vinodini Jayaraman and her wonderful world religious
paintings. Guest musicians: Julie Christen and Chris Cuminotti
Opening Speaker: John M. Gilmore, Minister/Spiritual Director,
Open Heart Spiritual Center and Co-Founder (World Religion Day
Memphis). Organized initially by members of the
Baha'i faith, this is a widespread (international) idea and a good
chance to meet people from some of the big variety of
religious groups in Memphis. An excellent program, please
come! https://www.facebook.com/events/1744683592424208/
Contact: 201 759 8617 or wrdmemphis@yahoo.com, please contact
promptly if your group wants a table or other visibility.
January 19, Monday, 9-10:30 AM. Martin Luther King Jr
commemoration. Mason
Temple (930 Mason Street), where MIFA will be honored with the
2015 Community Leadership Award; this event is open to the
public. Other events include the Be the Dream MLK Legacy Awards,
a youth empowerment symposium, and various service projects
across the city, including delivering MIFA Meals on Wheels.
MIFA looks forward to participating in this citywide event and
hope you will join us! To learn more, visit
the Be the Dream site.
January 19, 2 PM. Caritas Village,
An expression of grief will take place on Monday,
January 19, 2 PM, at Caritas Village, Merton and Harvard in
Binghampton with the reading of names of those killed by
violence during 2014.
January 20, 6-7:30 PM. School of Servant
Leadership. Go and B: Luke's Beatitudes.
Second Baptist Church, 4680 Walnut Grove
Start of a class discussing being poor, hungry, mourning, and
hated. Work with MIFA, H.O.P.E., prison ministry, etc.
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5542c0dfe2962d87bc439cedf&id=dd41780d67&e=0e23e2b694
January 20, Tuesday, 7 PM. Lecture, Rhodes College.
Gavin Wright (Stanford University) "Sharing the Prize:
The Economics of the Civil Rights Revolution in the American
South" ( Hardie auditorium, ask directions at the campus gate
from University Avenue.)
January 20, 2015 7:30 PM Prizm
Ensemble Concert, "Summer Music." At First
Congregational Church. $10 -
$5 http://prizmensemble.com
Music to help you forget the cold.
January 21, 10-11:30 AM. School of Servant Leadership, Writing
Circle, at the Commons, 259 N. Merton.
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5542c0dfe2962d87bc439cedf&id=dd41780d67&e=0e23e2b694
January 23, School of Servant Leadership, Listening for
God. A group with readings from a long
variety of important figures (Martin Luther, ML King Jr.,
Bonhoeffer, Harry Emerson Fosdick, Sojourner Truth,...)
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5542c0dfe2962d87bc439cedf&id=dd41780d67&e=0e23e2b694
January 25, Tour of National Civil Rights Museum, with
the Jewish Historical Society. 2:40 PM gather for a 3
PM Tour.
January 26, "Sun Procession", Indian Cultural Center and Temple,
Eads, Prayers and Procession, 10:30 AM.
"Ratha Sapthami or Magha Saptami is a
festival that falls on the seventh day (Saptami) in the bright half
(Shukla Paksha) of the month Maagha. It marks the seventh day
following the Sun’s northerly movement (Uttarayana) of vernal
equinox starting from Capricorn (Makara). It is symbolically
represented in the form of the Sun God Surya turning his Ratha
(Chariot) drawn by seven horses (representing seven colours) towards
the northern hemisphere, in a north-easterly direction. It also
marks the birth of Surya and hence celebrated as Surya Jayanti (the
Sun-god’s birthday). Ratha Saptami is symbolic of the change of
season to spring and the start of the harvesting season
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January 27, 5:30-7:00 PM. Training for the annual "Point in
Time" Count of the Homeless,
the count will be January 28-30. Info at http://www.midsouthpeace.org/node/755
January 27, Tuesday. Facing History and Ourselves. Workshop,
mainly for 6th-12 grade history teachers: Reconstruction Era and
the Fragility of Democracy. https://www.facinghistory.org/events/wq2015mem3-reconstruction-era-and-fragility-democracy
January 27-Feb 11. Rhodes College, Tournees French Film
Festival. (Subtitles in English). Jan 27: In
the House. Jan 28: The Gatekeepers. Feb 4: Grigris. Feb 4:
Augustine. Feb 10: The Missing Picture. Feb 11: The Lovely Month of
May. Films at 7 PM. On Jan 27 and Feb 11, receptions at 6:30
PM. Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall.
(you can get directions from the gate agent at the campus
entrance on University Ave.)
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2015/
January 28, 6 PM, on-line event. Program on "Suffragettes and
Civics" at the Newseum (a museum in Washington, DC.)
Introducing educational material at
http://www.newseumdigitalclassroom.org/digital-classroom/modules/womens-suffrage/default.aspx
Online event is at https://plus.google.com/events/cs7djc5i9m78h91p4hdl9v0s95g
January 28, 6 PM, Forum to discuss future of the Mid-South
Fairgrounds (The city has proposed tearing down
the Colosseum)
Meeting at Circuit Playhouse, 51 S. Cooper. https://www.facebook.com/events/346349262218759/
January 29, Thursday, 6:30 PM School of Servant Leadership,
Faith and Film group.
at MGLCC, 892 S. Cooper.
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5542c0dfe2962d87bc439cedf&id=dd41780d67&e=0e23e2b694
January 29 - Privilege and Oppression Awareness workshop -
Midsouth Peace and Justice Center. -
https://www.facebook.com/events/622103627911803/
January 30 - 2 to 7 PM. Winter clothing for Syrian Refugees (as
well as blankets, toys, medical supplies, etc.) is
being collected at the Memphis Islamic Center and at Masjid
Ar-Rahman. Further info: please contact Sr. Emanne Knefati at
901-857-7296 or email emakne@gmail.org.
January 31, 9:30 Am and 10:30 AM. Prizm Ensemble, "Animal Jamz"
at GPAC. $8 admission includes 1 child and up
to two adults. Animal-inspired music for children. (Prizm Ensemble
frequently performs at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church)
http://prizmensemble.com
January 31, Saturday, 6:30 PM. "Holy Communion Variety
Show" and Chili cook-off,
Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove between
Perkins.
February 1, blood drive at Calvary Episcopal, downtown. 8:45 am
to 12:30 PM.
Walk in or reserve a time at 901-312-5205.
February 1, 10 AM to 1 PM, "Health for Humanity", "Sun
Salutation Day". Yogathon at Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Lunch will be served after the Yoga. Bring your
Yoga mat!
phone 647-9469 or rsvp memphishss@gmail.com,
walk-ins are welcome.
February 1, 5:30 PM, Choral Evensong, Motet Choir, reception
follows.
Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove between
Perkins.
February 1, Sunday, "Gong Workshop and Sonic Massage".
Unity Church of Practical Christianity, 9228 Walnut Grove,
Cordova. 753-1463. Suggested donation $20.
http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/special-events/february-1st-faye-henry-gong-workshop-returns-to-unity
February 3, Tuesday, 11 AM - 1 PM. Legal Introduction for
Religious leaders and laypersons
Tennessee Faith and Justice Alliance, at Christ United Methodist
Church.
"Often, people in need seek help from their
religious leaders. Sometimes, their problems are legal in
nature. As a religious leader, are you able to identify legal
issues, and do you know what resources are available to help
those who come to you? If not, this gathering is for you. In two
hours, experts will inform, prepare and empower you to aid those
with legal needs who are seeking your help."
Information at http://memphisirg.org/LegalIntro.pdf
February 3,
Tuesday, 6:30 PM. The
Roman Catholic "Gay, Lesbian,
etc." group
has
a monthly pot luck supper in Marian Hall,
downstairs from the sanctuary at Immaculate
Conception Cathedral, 1695 Central.
All are welcome. If you
can't easily bring a dish to share, please
come anyway, there is plenty of food.
A VERY SPECIAL MEETING. The Pope is holding a Bishop's meeting
this Fall on Marriage and Family issues. The
local Bishop in Memphis has asked for comments on questions
including
1. How
can we respond better to people of same-sex attraction and
their families?
2. How
can we help all people see that no-one is beyond God’s mercy?
3. How
can we respond compassionately to people in irregular unions
while remaining faithful to the teaching of Christ and the
Church?
4. Do
we need to shape a new language in the area of marriage and
the family? If so, how?
5. What
needs to be done to equip ordained ministers and others to
work effectively in the area of marriage and the family?
6. What
is being done to help families cope in the midst of great
social changes? What more could be done, especially in helping
them to understand those changes?
7. What
is being done to help families in trouble? How might troubles
be prevented? How effectively is pastoral care being offered
to families “on the periphery”?
It should be a fascinating
discussion. There will be ways of submitting individual
comments.
For a
link to access all 30 questions, please email
Beth at: btrouy@yahoo.com. Personal stories and answers
should also be sent to the same email address
February 3 is "Tu b'Shevat", the "New
Year for Trees", in the Jewish calendar.
February 4, Wednesday, 7 PM. Author Maggie Anton speaks at
Temple Israel about her recent books.
$10 for WRJ Sisterhood or Haddassah members, $18 others.
Refreshments.
Details at http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Author%20Maggie%20Anton%202015.pdf
February 5, Thursday evening, fundraising dinner at Calvary
Episcopal Church to support the Lenten Lecture
Series.
Mardi Gras theme. $50, RSVP now to Lynda Gayle Deacon,
ldeacon@calvarymemphis.org or 901-312-5208.
February 5. Circuit Playhouse is presently showing a
comedy,, "Bad Jews". The performance of February 5 will be a
fundraiser for the Memphis Jewish Community Center.
$25. http://www.jccmemphis.org/badjews
or 761-0810
February 6, Friday, 7 PM: Acoustic Eidolon,
World Music for the Soul. (donations
accepted). Balmoral Presbyterian Church.
"Acoustic Eidolon, featuring Joe Scott on double neck guitar and
Hannah Alkire on cello are from Colorado and have graced stages
throughout the US, Europe, Australia and Canada. With eleven
CDs and a DVD to their credit... blending Celtic, Folk,
World and Latin music influences..."
February 6 and 7 - Anshei Sfard-Beth El Emeth synagogue has
Rabbi Menachem Nissel as visiting scholar. speaking at a
5:15 Friday evening service and several talks on Saturday. Dinner
following the Friday service ($30 adults). Info and reservations
682-1611.
Feb 8, 8:30 - 1 PM. Blood drive at Temple Israel. E-mail Julie Klein, call
901.335.9981, or go online
to schedule a time.
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old- Query - is this still going? No word
recently... Second Tuesday, 11:15 AM- Noon at the Memphis
Theological Seminary. Brown bag lunch (that is.
you may bring something to eat during it if you wish: some
do, some don't) and speaker , 168 East
Parkway South, Room F-201 (Founders Hall,) A
chance to see the Seminary, if you haven't visited it. Or if you
can't go, look at the live feed on the Seminary website, http://www.memphisseminary.edu/
Look online at http://www.memphisseminary.edu/Brown-Bag-Lecture-Series/
(old) Rhodes
College, Communities in Conversation,
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/26846.asp
already has its schedule up for Spring 2014 as well as
Fall 2013
Jerusalem 3D - From April 19 through December of 2014, the Pink
Palace will be showing “Jerusalem 3D” in its IMAX theater.
This is a travelogue about the Old City of Jerusalem, prepared by
the National Geographic, with references to the ancient history of
the city from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim viewpoints and using
narrators of all three faiths. It has been very well received
by local religious leaders of all three faiths. It does not consider
modern problems or controversies, but does allow you to see the
insides of holy places not normally available to tourists because of
the modern problems. I found the 3D effects attractive even
though I have very poor vision in one eye.
There is a Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/jerusalemthemovie
Further information on the Pink Palace including movies and exhibits
is at
http://www.memphismuseums.org/
and the movie schedule is at
http://www.memphismuseums.org/cti_3d-show_schedule/
We are nearing the end of the run of "Jerusalem 3D" at the Pink
Palace IMAX. Leaders of all the Abrahamic faiths have
expressed enthusiasm about this historical/travelogue film.
9/2014 Masjid Ar-Rahman has a website at
http://masjid-arrahman.org/ with things like the prayer
schedule.
The week of 9/8-9/15 they have an imam candidate
visiting. The flier describing the several talks he will give, at
quite a few locations (including St Lukes Methodist!) is at
http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102207134857-316/Imam+Nicholas+Pelletier+Flyer+Sep.pdf
9/2014 Those who wonder what moderate Muslims are saying about
Muslim extremism may enjoy this essay by Imam Feisal Raul, who
lectured in Memphis in the Calvary Lenten Lecture Series a couple
of years ago:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/imam-feisal-abdul-rauf/rebranding-the-islamic-state_b_5772562.html
People might also enjoy a Washington Post article about Muslims
working for the allied cause (and particularly against the
maltreatment of Jews) in World War II:
http://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2014/09/08/meet-the-muslims-who-sacrificed-themselves-to-save-jews-and-fight-nazis-in-world-war-ii/
Balmoral Presbyterian Church: Interfaith
activity in Memphis has another piece of national
publicity, albeit denominational in nature - the
Presbyterian nationalwomen's magazine "Horizons" has an
article about the arrangement at Balmoral Presbyterian
Church, sharing the building between Balmoral, the
Circle of Faith (African-American), and the Grace
(Korean-American) Church. The church's
delegation has also returned from water-system work in
Central America.
The Balmoral fall Family Camp will be at Nacome,
September 24-26. If you've never been to a church camp
as a family, give it a try!
People sometimes ask about the unusual travel Eunice and
Edward Ordman have done. An example of a trip now
available (we won't go on it, alas) is
a trip being organized
by American Jewish World Service to meet with
leaders of charitable groups getting started
in India. The trip is Nov 2 to 9 and the
description is at
http://ajws.org/what_we_do/service_and_travel_opportunities/study_tours/india_study_tour.html?autologin=true&utm_source=engagement&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20140812-E-IndiaST_Tablet
(American Jewish World Service does not have financial
resources as large as, for example, Church World
Service. It often works with smaller charities or with
groups just starting out in developing countries,
helping them get the program started and the their
program plans and financial systems in order so that
they can then apply to organizations that can make
larger financial grants. By bringing supporters
along on a "tour", the expenses of the AJWS staff are
paid as "tour leaders" - and you get to meet the people
of the country and learn of their problems in a way
completely impossible on a commercial tour. We've
traveled with them in Cambodia and Thailand and had
remarkable experiences. No, you don't have to be Jewish
to join the tour.)
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December 2014
Kwanzaa is Dec 26 through Jan 1.
December 27, Saturday, 6 PM.
Indian Cultural Center and Temple. "Sri Ayyappa
Special Pooja" (special prayers)
Many
houses of worship at this time of year collect "gift" items,
ranging from gently used coats for the homeless to
mittens, scarves, toys, and so on. I won't try to list
individual churches here but I will mention the relevant
page at MIFA, the Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association,
which has a variety of requests (including, e.g., meals-on-wheels
drivers to substitute for regulars who are away at
this time of year.) http://www.mifa.org/holidaysatmifa
This is of course not just a Christian thing: The Youth
Group at the Memphis Islamic Center will have its big
delivery push of treats, clothing, blankets, etc. for
poor families at noon on Nov 26.
There is a volunteer program called the Episcopal Service
Corps, "a faith-based alternative to other service
organizations such as the Peace Corps and AmeriCorps". They
are seeking interns to work at BRIDGES, the Emmanuel Center,
MIFA, St. Columba Episcopal Conference & Retreat Center,
and the Shelby County Public Defender. I gather these
positions start August 1. David Waters wrote about
them at http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/local-news/memphis-parishes-launch-new-service-program_43739876.
You can get further information from Grace-St. Luke’s
Episcopal Church or the Church of the Holy Communion or from
http://episcopalservicecorps.org/
Porter-Leath, http://porter-leath.org,
a major local charity for children, the main contractor for
Head Start and Early Head Start, is gathering
children's toys for Christmas. Drop off your
gifts to Porter-Leath, anytime now through Dec 19th to
Porter-Leath's main offices at 868 N. Manassas St., Memphis,
TN 38107, Monday - Friday from 8:00am until
4:30pm. They will have trucks to gather toys December
15 -19, 2014 at Bud
Davis Cadillac at 5433 Poplar Ave and at WMC
Action News 5! at 1960 Union Avenue!
For group donations contact contact Angela Meekins at
(901) 577-2500 x 1119
There is an
interesting blog post on the issue of hunger
at
http://ifyc.org/content/ending-hunger-interfaithful-response
There is a
film of the recent Ganesh Festival at the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple
at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2oz9hTwUS0
December 2, Lunch at
Paulettes. The
topic: Are there moral absolutes? Fr. Sandy of Holy
Communion Episcopal teaches and leads discussion in
between courses. Join us for lively discussion and a
delicious meal. Contact Mary Beth Darrow to make a
reservation, 767-6987.
50
Harbor Town Square, Memphis, TN 38103
December
2, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. The Roman Catholic
"Gay, Lesbian, etc." group has
a monthly pot luck supper in Marian Hall,
downstairs from the sanctuary at Immaculate
Conception Cathedral, 1695 Central.
Beryl Wight will speak about The Child Advocacy
Center. All are
welcome. If you can't easily bring a dish to
share, please come anyway, there is plenty of
food.
December 2, 6-8 PM. School of Servant Leadership. Open
House, food-music-giving, at
258 N. Merton (Binghampton area). This group does study
and training courses for people to discern their
mission. They have been a big help to us in many
ways! This is a good chance to come meet them,
They also have a holiday banquet Dec 12 6:30 PM
and a Mourning Vigil on Dec 18 7-8:15 PM.
http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/services.html
December 4, 4:05 PM. "Black Lives Matter" protest at
the Civil Rights Museum. (invitation via
Mid-South Peace and Justice Center).
December 4, 6:30 PM, Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Dattatreya Jayanti is celebrated to commemorate the birth day of Sri
Dattatreya (Datta), a combined form of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.
December
4, Thursday 7 PM. Temple Israel.
Live Video Presentation.
Join
Dalia Rabin, the former Israeli Deputy Minister of Defense
and current chair of the Yitzhak Rabin Center, and
Ambassador Dennis Ross, who played a leading role in
shaping U.S. involvement in the Middle East peace process,
for an enlightening discussion
live via satellite as part of the Live from New York’s
92nd Street Y speaker series, moderated by Ethan Bronner,
on the future of Israel.
December 4 to 7, Exhibit and sale of
Israeli Art at Baron Hirsch Congregation.
December 5, 6 PM, Indian Cultural Center and
Temple. Sri Chakra Navavarna Archana
December 7
bloodmobile at Temple Israel 8:30 AM - 1 PM and
Chanukah gift fair.
DEcember 7, Sunday, Jewish Historical Society. Lecture,
"Religion and Politics in the Arab Spring"
Beverly Tsacoyianis, who
teaches history at the University of Memphis and is
faculty advisor to the Muslim Student Association.
Memphis Jewish Community Center, 2 PM. http://www.jhsmem.org/images/December%202014%202.jpg
More about the Jewish Historical Society at http://www.jhsmem.org/
December 7, Beth Sholom Synagogue
Concert. "Acoustic Sunday Live." Rodney
Crowell, Eliza Gilkyson, Gretchen Peters. $39 at
synagogue,683-3591 $42 online. http://bsholom.org/acoustic_sunday_tickets.html
December 11, 7 PM.
Paradiso Cinema is playing the movie "Exodus Gods and
Kings". A group from
Temple Israel will attend.
https://timemphis.wufoo.com/forms/movie-night/
or call Sylvia Appleton 761.3130
December 13, Saturday. 7:30 PM Balmoral
Chamber Orchestra, Holiday Concert. Balmoral
Presbyterian Church. An excellent all-volunteer orchestra, free.
A basket available for contributions to a local charity.
(collaboration with Memphis Men's and Women's Chorales)
December 14, 3 PM. Informational meeting at Temple Israel for
those interested in participating in the annual Purim play (see
March 5 2015 below).
December 14, Sunday, Fran McKendree,
concert at Holy
Communion Church, Walnut Grove between Perkins.
Evening service at 5:30 PM, then chocolate, cider, and cookies,
then the concert at 7 PM.
December 16, First Night of Chanukah,
Memphis Jewish Community Center, $10 prepaid, $15
at door. 6560 Poplar. Music, Latkes (potato pancakes) and
doughnuts. 754-0404 or http://www.JewishMemphis.com/concert.
For some notes on Chanukah, see our Home Page
Dec. 16th, 6pm - 8pm at the Mid-South Peace and Justice
Center Office
Lady Justice : Removing the Blindfold
Join us
for a lecture and discussion led by Ace Madjlesi, Briana
Perry, and Meaghan Ybos. Lady Justice will expose
elements of the criminal justice system that violate the
constitutional rights of women who are incarcerated and uses
punitive measures in lieu of treatment. Meaghan,
Briana, and Ace will lead an informative discussion about
rape kit backlog crises, recent TN criminalization of
pregnancy legislation, and incarcerated women who are forced
to give birth while shackled.
December 16, 6:30 PM, meeting of the (new) monthly writers
group at Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut
Grove between Perkins; Room 307. The theme for December is
"blues". (CHC is also doing reruns of "Downton Abbey"
Wednesdays at 6:30, Carrick Room. as well as many other
activities. Poetry group is first Tuesdays at 5:45, Carrick
Room.) Phone 767-6987. http://www.holycommunion.org
December 17 to January 14 is the Hindu month of
Dhanurmasa. "Lord Krishna declares in the
Bhagavad Gita: "I manifest the most in the month of
Margashira (also known as Dhanurmasa) among the months of a
year". For this reason, sages have set apart this month to
be completely focused on devotional activities. According to
tradition, the Gods wake up early in the morning during the
month of Dhanurmasa. They perform special prayers to Sri
Maha Vishnu during the auspicious period of Brahma Muhurta.
It is said that worshiping Lord Vishnu on a single day
during this auspicious period is equal to worshiping Lord
Vishnu with devotion for 1000 years." The main
special prayers for this period at the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple, Eads, are at 6:00, 6:30, and 7:30 AM.
December 17, The National Civil Rights Museum will show
The Hooks Institute's documentary, The Civil Rights
Movement: A Cultural Revolution, during its
December Lunch and Learn session.
http://civilrightsmuseum.org/ncrmevents/
December 17, 5:30 PM, Chanukah Dinner
at Baron Hirsch Congregation. Charge. RSVP to
synagogue office.
December 18. 6 to 9 PM Mid-South Peace and Justice
Center. Please join the Staff and Board of the
MSPJC for our annual holiday party on December 18th, 6pm to 9pm,
at our offices (3573 Southern Ave)
December 19. Chanukah Dinner at Temple Israel. 7:30 PM
December 19, 7:30 PM A
Beale Canto Christmas Concert.,
Calvary Episcopal Church downtown.
$10 donation hoped for.
December 20 after 5 PM Prayers. Program at Masjid
Ar-Rahman. Our Youth: Academic/Tarbiyah Challenges
& Potential Solutions
7906 Lowrance Rd, Memphis, TN 38125. Pizza will be provided.
December 20. Saturday 6:30-8:30 PM. Holiday
Party for PRIZM, the music performing and
education group associated with Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.
Donations of PRIZM educational programs accepted. Private
home. RSVP carina@prizmensemble.com or 596-9105.
Sunday December 21. 5 PM. Grand Menorah Lighting
at Chabad Center for Jewish Life, 2570 Kirby
Parkway. Prizes, raffles, food and drink, Free, 5 PM
http://www.jewishmemphis.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/101727/jewish/Grand-Menorah-Lighting.htm
Sunday December 21 5:30-7 PM Candlelight Vigil for victims
of Terrorism, Germantown Municipal Park (next to the
library, 1925 Exeter Rd, Germantown. This is being
advertised by the Muslim community, especially in view of the
recent deaths of 132 children in a school bombing in
Pakistan. I hope there will be a large interfaith
turnout. If you have ever heard people say "The Muslims
don't speak out", you may well be aware that the Muslims do
regularly speak out against terrorism - but the press gives it
little attention. (One man in Palestine said to my wife, "The
network interviewed me, but said they couldn't use it - I'm
too moderate, so I'm not sexy enough for them.") This is a
chance to see if the press will notice anti-terrorist Muslims,
and a chance to meet and talk with Muslims concerned about
terrorism.
Sunday Dec 21, 7 PM. Winter Solstice Celebration
at the Unity Church of Practical Christianity. 9228
Walnut Grove, Cordova.
Like many other churches, they have a busy calendar this
season. http://www.unitychurchofpracticalchristianity.org/
They have a nice reading list on their website. I recall
enjoying their "Course on Miracles" (Wednesdays or Saturdays,
9:30 AM, call 901-753-1463 for info and location) as an
introduction to other ways of looking at the world, back in
about 1976.
December 24, 10:30 PM Calvary Episcopal Church.
The Calvary Choir and some members of the Boys and Girls Choir
will present a large choral work, Gloria by Antonio Vivaldi, at
10:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve with a chamber orchestra including
strings, trumpet and oboe.
December 25 is Christmas. Temple Israel;
recruits volunteers to help run the Starry Nights exhibits on
December 24 and the Zoo Lights exhibits on December 25. (Kids
over 14 with a parent along may help out at the zoo.) Contact 333-6654
October 31, 8 PM - 1 AM. Memphis Masquerade
Charity Ball. $150+. Proceeds support MIFA. Church
Health Center, Girls Inc. http://memphismasquerade.com/
.
November 2. Workers Interfaith Network particippate in Day
of The Dead celebration, offering to honor workers who
died on the job in Tennessee in 2013. Join us at El
Mercadito de Memphis, located at 3766 Ridgeway Rd., Memphis
38115 on November 1 and 2 from 1-6 in the afternoon.
November 2, Sunday, All Saints: Choral Evensong at
Holy Communion Church, 5:30-6:30 PM Walnut Grove
between Perkins. Free service, but there is a $25
charge for the shrimp dinner afterwards. Tickets sales
benefit youth programs and pilgrimages. I think you
need advance tickets for the dinner, 767-6987
November 2, Choral Evensong at Calvary Episcopal
Church, 2nd St. Downtown. 6:30 PM.
November 2, Sunday, Indian Cultural Center and
Temple. Kathakali, a participatory dance program. Admissioin
by donation. 12-4PM, optional makeup and demonstration
sessions. 2-3 PM, "Raza and the Taste of Theatre", Dr
David Mason, Rhodes College. 3-3:30. Percussion
performance. 3:30- 4, Narration. 4-5:30, Kathakali
performance.
November 4, Tuesday. Election. Congress,
State, Municipal. Important state constitutional
amendments.
November 4 and 6. Considering enrolling in an Affordable
Care Act (ACA) health insurance plan during the
next Open Enrollment Period? The Church Health Center is pleased
to partner with the Community Development Council to offer free
Affordable Care Act Marketplace Basics Classes to the community
at Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave. The first
session is 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4. A second
session is 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 6. Please
call 901-259-4673 for full information.
November 5-11. "Sri Viswamjee is coming to
Memphis from Nov. 5-11th. " Unity
Church of Practical Christianity. 9224 Walnut Grove, Cordova.
Nov 9 3:30-5:30 PM will host and Interfaith Labyrinth Walk for
Peace and Service. Service project and other activities
expected. (Poster link to go here)
Thursday Nov 6 Marcus Orr Lecture Series, University of
Memphis. "Smugglers. Pirates, and States". Alan Karras, U.
Calif (Berkeley). 5:30 PM Reception, 6 PM
lecture. River Room, 3rd floor, University Center.
Nov 7 - 9 Antiques Arcade, St. George's
Episcopal Church, Germantown, to benefit MIFA
Preview Party Nov 6. Details at http://stgchurch1000.cloudaccess.net/aahome.html
November 8, 6K run and walk to benefit "The Way", a
recovery program of Church Health Center. http://heroes6k.com
November 9, Lecture, Jewish Historical Society. "How
the Danes saved their Jews from the Nazis in 1943." Ralph
Nurnberger, Professor of International Relations at
Georgetown University. 1:30 PM at the Memphis Jewish Community
Center. http://www.jhsmem.org
November 9, 3:30-5:30 PM Interfaith Labyrinth Walk for
Peace and Service, Unity Church of Practical
Christianity, 9228 Walnut Grove, Cordova. (with the Sri
Viswayogi Foundation; these events have has a good and
interesting turnout in the past.)
November 9, The 27th
Annual Outdoors Inc. Cyclocross Championship will kick
off at 8 a.m. on November 9 on the banks of the Mississippi
River. This is the longest-running and most-prestigious
cyclocross event in the U.S.A., and proceeds benefit the
Church Health Center. Log on to http://outdoorsinc.com/pages/cyclocross
to register.
The Election is Tuesday Nov 4 (2014)
[Early voting was October 15 to October 30 for the Nov 4
election.] A brief summary of hours and some of the issues and
races from the Tri-State Defender is at
http://tsdmemphis.com/greater-metro/21253-early-voting-underway-in-tennessee
There are four state constitutional amendments. I'm afraid I
can't summarize the issues without being opinionated. Sorry
about that.
(1) Should the state legislature be allowed to prohibit
abortion, even in cases of rape, incest, danger to life of the
mother? Of course, the US constitution and courts presently
prevent such a law. But passage would encourage the legislature
to make abortions much more difficult for the poor to obtain.
(Those better off can simply go to where they are performed
easily.)
(2) Should we preserve the present system of judges
appointed after the recommendation of a bar committee?
There would still be periodic votes in which judges could
be removed, as at present. Defeating the amendment would stop
this practice and judges would be elected in contested, probably
partisan, elections.
(3) Should the state constitution prohibit a state income
tax? Such an amendment would make it far more difficult to
change Tennessee's extremely regressive tax system.
(4) Should a wider set of non-profits, such as Veterans
organizations, be allowed to raise money by the occasional
gambling events (e.g. raffles) which religious organizations are
now permitted to hold?
There will also be some
municipal votes, mainly on whether sale of wine should be
allowed in grocery stores. Memphis has a vote on making the
civil service arrangements more flexible. A "yes" vote, say the
proponents, will make it easier for the city to reward better
workers and deal with those who do not perform well. The
opponents fear it will allow more arbitrary treatment of
employees.
Be aware of the very late polling place change for election day,
GER-06.
October 30 - Nov 23, Jewish Literary and Cultural Festival,
Memphis Jewish Community Center.
events with authors and musicians (charges typically
$13) Oct 30, Nov 8, Nov 12, Nov 23;
Free events all day Nov 16, limited space, must preregister at
901-761-0810 http://jccmemphis.org/culture
November 6 and 13. The Church Health Center is pleased to
present its Fall Culinary Series from 6 p.m. to 7:30
p.m. each Thursday through November 13 at 1115 Union. This fall’s
series features cooking demonstrations and wine tastings with Chef
Brown Burch, Chef Melissa Petersen, Chef Gary Williams, Chef Felicia
Suzanne Willett, Chef Mac Edwards, and Chef Jennifer McCullough.
Each class costs $45. Purchase tickets at
churchhealthcenter.org/fall-culinary-series.
November 12, 6:30 PM. Holocaust survivor speaks at Holy
Communion Episcopal Church, Walnut Grove between Perkins. Educator
Leah Kaufman, who lost her entire family to the Holocaust at the age
of nine and has told the story in a book, "Live! Remember! Tell the
World!" She will give a talk at 6:30.
Links: "Live!
Remember! Tell the World!" To read more about
Ms. Kaufman, go to our
Booking It blog for links to interviews and
background.
November 13, Thursday, 6-8 PM.
Facing History: Community Conversations. A
chance to address the issues that Facing History
discusses, for those of us who are not school
students. Conversation led by John Amaechi and
Facing History students. White Station High
School. RSVP requested 452-1776 ext 223
November 15 "Distracted Drivers Walk",
Rhodes College. (notice from
Tri-State Defender)
http://us6.campaign-archive1.com/?u=9c1c78d2b069d346fac3fab56&id=59cc80eee7&e=6bd085df80
November 16. Gallery in the Grove. A Holiday
Art Show at Unity Church of Practical
Christianity, 9228 Walnut Grove,
Cordova. I'm not sure how ling the exhibit
is up, but the Public Reception is 11:30-1:30 PM
on Sunday. Acrylics, Oils, and Photography.
phone 753-1463
November 16-20, Israeli Artist
Market, Memphis Jewish Community Center.
November
18, 7 PM. Temple Israel. Rabbi Micah Greenstein
discusses the issues facing Israel.
RSVP requested, https://timemphis.wufoo.com/forms/deepen-your-understanding-of-israel/
or 761.3130
November
19, Wednesday, National Civil Rights Museum Lunch and
Learn. Benjamin
Hooks Institute Director, Daphene McFerren, will be
featured as a panelist at the National Civil Rights
Museum's Lunch and Learn Panel, Voting Rights and the
Twenty-fourth Amendment. Free, bring your own lunch.
"Freedom’s Front Line: The Voting Rights Struggle in
Fayette County, TN"
http://civilrightsmuseum.org/ncrmevents/
Nov 20, Thanksgiving Dinner, Joint between
Memphis Islamic Center and Heartsong Church. One
of the great interfaith relationships in the city; come
and celebrate! 6:00 PM at Heartsong Church. $5 per person,
age 3 and up. Babysitting available, Halal Food. Bring a
dessert to share. RSVP 754-0370 or email info@memphisislamiccenter.org
November 21. The Episcopal Diocesan Convention will
take place at Calvary Episcopal Church.
(This is here more as a news item than as
something to attend. I think they do want volunteers
to help and it may be possible to attend the evening
dinner at the Rendezvous if tickets are still
available. $40, e-mail
ldeacon@calvarymemphis.org to ask if there is room.)
November 21-22, Friday and Saturday. Baron Hirsch
Synagogue "Shabbaton", a major educational
program associated with prayer services. Visiting
scholars. Example: 4:35 PM Friday, "Kiddush: Taking
initiative in Avodat Hashem" (very loose translation: ..in
serving the Lord") 8 PM: David's Rise to Kingship
(light refreshments), Saturday 10:30 AM: "The personality
and contribution of our father Isaac." 11:30
"Brotherhood in Bereshit" (Genesis). 3:45 "The
interplay between the letter and spirit of Halacha"
(Jewish Law). 4:45 PM "Our Father Jacob's Spiritual
Odyssey."
November 22, 10:30 AM to Noon. Indian Cultural
Center and Temple. "Divine Power", A discourse in
English by H H Swami Chidatmananda, Regional Head,
Chinmaya Mission, Andhra Pradesh. The description
begins " Swami Chidatmananda is a spiritual teacher whose
core teaching emphasizes the oneness (non-duality) of all
beings. Swamiji travels across the globe delivering rich
and profound lectures yet simple even for a novice.
Swamiji's humility and pleasant demeanor makes him very
approachable to people from all walks of life seeking
relief from ordinary issues to the deeply held
misperceptions on life that cause immense stress and
suffering."
November 22, "Chopped Night", $36 / person, fundraiser at
Memphis Jewish Community Center.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?ca=b66fd8e6-17a7-4626-9881-e69c0250bd34&c=449fb2e0-d2e4-11e3-acd1-d4ae5292c3f3&ch=452fe4f0-d2e4-11e3-ad4f-d4ae5292c3f3
"The story of Alina Spaulding is a miracle story in
which we each share a part. The dollars raised by
Federations like ours, have allowed Alina and her family
to be part of the American Jewish community. Although
Alina loves to bake Rugalach and makes a mean challah, she
will be sharing her personal story of life in Russia, a
heroic rescue, and the hope of a new life. Be prepared to
be inspired."
The Shen Yun dancers
will be in Memphis March 13, 2015, but tickets are now on
sale. See March 13 for details.
November
25, Tuesday. 7 PM. Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving
Service. Emmanuel United Methodist Church.
2404 Kirby Road. Reception after the service. A
longstanding Memphis tradition with at least Methodist,
Presbyterian, Jewish, Muslim, Roman Catholic,
participation and often others.
November 27, Thanksgiving.
November 27,Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Subramanya Shashti, services
at 9 am and 6 pm.
http://www.itslife.in/festivals/subramanya-shashti
Sept 24-Oct 3. Indian Cultural
Center and Temple. Brahmotsavan and Navaratri. Daily,
multiple times.
Details https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/node
Sept 29 - Oct 1, but reserve by Sept 15. A conference at
Western Kentucky University (Bowling Green, not
prohibitively far away, so I mention it.) "A symposium on Peace,
Islam, and Counter-Terrorism. This conference brings together
academics, practitioners, policy influencers, and Muslim thought
leaders to discuss the potential strategic role of the Islam in
American security policy and initiatives." Info at
http://www.wku.edu/eps/counter-narrative/index.php
Sept 30 (Telephone Group Event), 3 PM. Archbishop
Elias Chacour will speak. "Prophetic and
practical, grounded and regal, Israeli and Palestinian, Abuna
(Father) Chacour's vision and work for peace and authentic
reconciliation resonates with all people who want to see and be
a part of communities that want to move forward together for a
better future for all.
"A three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Elias
Chacour recently retired after serving since 2006 as the
Archbishop of the Melkite Catholic Church for Akko, Haifa,
Nazareth, and all Galilee."
We have been very impressed by his
efforts for peace and reconciliation, and we have available some
earlier talks on disk.
Or look for him on Youtube!
For this talk: Dial-in number 646-307-1300, access code 693031
October 1, Wednesday, Vote No on 1: The Clergy
Perspective. 11 AM - Noon at Evergreen
Presbyterian Church, 613 University St. (Just north of North
Parkway at Rhodes College.) Rabbi Micah Greenstein, Rev.
Dr. Steve Montgomery, Rev. Dr. Rosalyn Nichols, Rev. Earle J.
Fischer, Rev Walt Tennyson. "Clergy from many faith traditions
speak out against Amendment 1 as a matter of conscience."
October 2, Thursday, Marcus Orr Lecture,
"Churchill's War Horse": Children's Literature and the Pleasures
of War." University of Memphis, University Center
Theater. Free. Food at 5:30 PM, lecture at 6 PM.
October 2 (Nashville event) The Tennessee
Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition is having a Community
Forum at in Nashville, at Casa Azafran, 2195
Nolansville Pike, "Meet and Greet" 5 PM, forum 5:30-7 PM.
"Educating Children, Deporting Parents, and Investing in
Integration. What's on the horizon for state and local
policy?" (Notice received from the League of Women
Voters.)
October 4, Yom Kippur. Temple Israel events are open
to all without reservations. The most solemn
Jewish holiday. The Friday evening services, at 6:15 pm
repeated 8:45 PM, will be jammed. So will the Saturday
morning service at 10 AM. They will be live online at
http://timemphis.org/ if you wonder what they look and
sound like. If you are a non-Jew and you'd like to go
meet people, you might enjoy the discussion groups and
shorter smaller services going on all day (12, 1, 1:45,
3:15, 4:15, 5, 6) ending at about 6:30 PM followed by light
refreshments.
October 4, Eid Ul-Adha, the major
festival of the Muslim pilgrimage season. Services at the
Cook Convention Center. 9:30 AM.
October 4, Saturday 4 PM, Overton "Bark", "Blessing of the
Pets", Calvary Episcopal Church
October 5, 11 AM - 5 PM Eid Ul_Adha carnival,
Location: Incredible Pizza Company
1245 North Germantown Pkwy, Cordova, TN 38016
(The entire place is reserved for our community)
Admission Fee: $5
Include $5 Game Card (Ages 3-16yrs)
2 Major Attractions
Games, Fun, Attractions [Laser tag, Go-Kart
Racers...], & Much more
HALAL Food (Pizza, Pasta, Chicken, Tacos, Salad bar,
Dessert, & more)
October 5, "World Communion Sunday" will
probably have a host of interesting church events. One I know of is
at Balmoral Presbyterian Church, where the 11 AM Service will be a
joint service of Balmoral Presbyterian (mainly white), Circle of
Faith (mainly Black), and Grace Korean Presbyterian Church (mainly
Korean-speaking.) Following the service there will be a brief
session (about 12 - 12:20) painting prayer scarves to decorate the
church, all welcome, supplies provided.
October 5, 7 PM, Ori Naftali Band Live at the Levitt
Shell.
http://levittshell.org/event/ori-naftaly
October 7 - usual monthly evening potluck of the Catholic Ministry
with Gay and Lesbian Persons, at the Immaculate Conception
Cathedral. Info cmglp@ic.cdom.org
October 7 - Facing History Webinar, 2-3 PM Central time. "
Join us for a conversation with Joshua Rubenstein,
author of the new Facing History and Ourselves eBook Shot by
Shot: The Holocaust in German-Occupied Soviet Territory, and
renowned Holocaust scholar Michael Berenbaum about the impact of
recent scholarship on our understanding of the open-air massacres on
the Eastern Front, a dimension that challenges to our understanding
of the Holocaust and human behavior." Intended for educators
(broadly defined.) RSVP and download materials,
https://www.facinghistory.org/for-educators/educator-resources/resources/shot-shot-holocaust-german-occupied-soviet-territory
October 9, 4 PM. Lecture at Rhodes College, "The Long
Shadow of American Slavery". 110 Buckman
October 9 Benjamin Hooks Institute Open House
Reception 4:30 pm; Program 5 pm Michael D. Rose
Theatre, University of Memphis
This is the organization at the
University of Memphis devoted to the local history and academic
study of desegregation and related topics.
October 9, 5:30 PM LGBTQ Sexual Health
Working Group - First Meeting!
at CHOICES,
1726 Poplar Ave., Memphis, Tennessee 38104
October 9, Planned Parenthood fundraiser - the
James Award. 6Pm-8PM at the Dixon Gallery (Hughes
Pavilion). $100 per person. The award is being given this year
to Beverly Marrero, who has held polutical offices in Memphis and
has long been an active member of local organizations. Presented by
Congressman Steve Cohen.
October 10,
http://www.1communitycenter.org/namastedayfestival.html
October 10, 5:30-7:30 PM, Art opening: Sue S. Miller,
Creative Fire. Ross Gallery, lower level of Plough
Library, Christian Brothers University. Exhibit is until December
4. Also: Art of Bernard Freiden,
first floor of the library, reception for the artist Oct
12, 2-4 PM.
October 11, 11 AM. Memphis Islamic Center. "Islam 101: the
basics of Islam" An informal workshop to answer
questions about Islam. No, they do not assume you are in the process
of converting, not that they would object! But if you've
wanted a time and place to go to ask friendly questions, this is
available.
October 11, Saturday, 7:30 PM. Concert, Balmoral
Chamber Orchestra, at Balmoral Presbyterian Church.
Free, donations accepted for the Prizm Ensemble educational
programs.
PREREGISTRATION:
Registration
is OPEN for Gandhi-King Youth Conference
Friday,
Oct. 17th at BRIDGES, 8am -
4pm
If you are interested in your
student(s) attending the Gandhi-King Youth Conference, click here for the registration form.
October 12, Interfaith Potluck 4-6 PM (hosted by
Catholic Ministry with Gay and Lesbian Persons) at Immaculate
Conception Cathedral. A wonderful opportunity to meet with and
learn about the roles of these groups in other churches.
Friday, Oct. 17th at BRIDGES, 8am -
4pm YOUTH CONFERENCE
If you are interested in your
student(s) attending the Gandhi-King Youth Conference, click
here for the registration form.
October 16, Church Health Center Conference.
The 13th Annual Conference for Clergy and
Congregational Leaders will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30
p.m. on Thursday, October 16 at 1115 Union Ave. This year’s
conference will focus on pastors and congregations on the front
line of mental health and features keynote speaker Michael A.
Torres, MD. To register for this free event, please log on to
churchhealthcenter.org/faithhealthseries or call 901-261-8833.
(Their definition of "clergy" is fluid enough to allow
representatives of other interested organizations)
October 18. Early voting event. This event has
good interfaith sponsorship, on the side of "vote no on Amendment 1"
"Voice Your Vote is a family friendly early voting
event hosted by Healthy
and Free Tennessee. Come learn about potential consequences
of Amendment 1, enjoy free food and entertainment for the whole
family, and join our parades to the Election Commission across the
street to go vote! (Don't forget your photo i.d.!)"
https://www.facebook.com/events/1553044281583260/
11:00am - 2:00pm at First Presbyterian
Church 166 Poplar Ave.
October 19, Jewish Historical Society Lecture: "The Making
of Modernism: The Jewish World, Art and Culture." 2
PM, Memphis Jewish Community Center. http://www.jhsmem.org
http://www.jhsmem.org/images/October%202014%20Baila%20Miller.jpg
October 20, 7 PM. Temple Israel. An AIPAC program,
"The African-American Community and Israel." I can't really
think of events of the America-Israel Public Affairs
Committee, a lobbying group devoted to supporting arms for Israel,
as a comfortable place for interfaith people. But the speakers
include Rabbi Micah Greenstein of Temple Israel, who is generally
remarkably balanced, and Reverend Dr. DeeDee Coleman, Pastor,
Russell Street Missionary Baptist Church, so I guess I have to call
it an "interfaith" event. The third speaker is Brian Shankman,
AIPAC Director of Regional Affairs and Development. For additional
information contact Todd Young at 678-254-2627 or tyoung@aipac.org.
Weds Oct 22, Italian Kosher Dinner at Nosh-a-Rye,
the kosher restaurant at the Memphis Jewish Home, 36 Bazeberry,
Cordova. Charge. 901.756.3250
October 23, 6 PM Lecture, Rhodes College Communities in
Conversation Series.
"Why Liberal Education Matters." I
haven't seen the exact location announced yet, but the gate man
at the
University Avenue entrance will know and give directions.
October 25, 6:30-8:00
PM Ebola Infection: What you need to know. Dr
Manoj Jain and Dr Ghalib Mannan present. Masjid
Ar-Rahman, 7906 Lowrance Rd., Memphis 38125.
October 25, 7:30 PM, Piano concert, Baron Hirsch
Synagogue. Free. The
Artists Ascending Series invites important young
performers "on their way up." Some have later become
extremely famous.
October 26 after church (around 12:15 PM). Potluck
Lunch and Learn:
The Care and Management of Medications.
Balmoral Presbyterian Church.
October 26, Sunday, 2 PM Daniel Pearl Harmony for Humanity
Concert.
University Center Theatre, U of Memphis. Volunteer local
musicians.
http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102630273991-1750/Daniel+Pearl+Concert+2014.pdf
Awards will be given to Rachel Shankman (Facing History) and
Beverly Robertson (Civil Rights Museum)
RSVP requested so they can get a sense of audience size - hillelofmemphis@bellsouth.net
October 26, 3-5 PM. "Trunk or Treat" at Holy Communion
Church, Walnut Grove between Perkins.
Kids activities, trick-or-treating, best decorated car contest.
October 27, Monday, 6:30 PM. League of Women Voters at
the Benjamin Hooks Central Library (the corridor to the left as
you enter.) Subject: Constitutional amendments
on November 4 ballot – No and Yes defined
October 27, 6-9 PM Facing History, annual benefit
dinner. One of the best events of the year,
excellent speakers, but expensive - $250 a seat.
Hilton Hotel, 939 Ridge Lake Blvd, Memphis https://www.facinghistory.org/outreach/memphisdinner
October 28, Tuesday, 7:30 PM. Prizm Ensemble Concert, "No
Strings Attached." The excellent group of artists
frequently perform at Shady Grove Presbyterian and other
churches and promote music education and experience for young
people. This concert at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church, 5530
Shady Grove Rd (At Yates). $10 - $5 http://prizmensemble.com
Includes Mozart Piano Quintet and American Premiere of local
musician Kamran Ince's "It's a Nasreddin" for pino and wind
quartet, Paul Basler "Bagatelles for horn, bassoon, and piano."
October 30, Thursday, Hooks Institute Lecture. Reception 5 PM,
lecture 6 PM, U. of Memphis University Center room 300. Ruth
Feldstein, Co-Winner of the Hooks Institute National Book
Award
For How It Feels to be Free: Black Women Entertainers and
the Civil Rights Movement
We have a request to sign an Interfaith Petition to Address
Climate Change, http://www.faithclimatepetition.org/
This month (and given the
operation of lunar calendars, posssibly for another couple of
years) the Jewish month of Tishri and the Muslim month of Dhul
Hijaah coincide - bringing together principal holidays of both
faiths. Yom Kippur, the Jewish "day of Atonement", a fast
day for repentance for sins, is October 4. And Eid Ul-Adha, the
great Muslim holiday, is also October 4. Both religions attach
special values to prayers and have special prayer customs for
the ten days leading up to the holiday. Expect major parking
problems around the synagogues on the evening of October 3
until after sunset October 4. The mosques recognize that
they can't fit in everyone who wants to come the morning of
October 4, and will have a major service in the southwest hall
of the Memphis Cook Convention Center (9:30 AM). They will
also have an Eid carnival Sunday Oct 5, 11 AM - 5 PM at
Incredible Pizza in Germantown.
Actually, the theological connections
are much closer between Rosh Hashanah (Sept 24-25) and Eid
Ul_Adha. The principal reading from the Jewish Bible for Rosh
Hashanah is the willingness of Abraham to offer his son (Isaac)
as a sacrifice. The principal Qur'an reading for Eid
Ul-Adha is the willingness of Abraham to offer his son (Ishmael)
as a sacrifice.
Rabbi Arthur Waskow adds: And even more! October 4 is for
Catholics and many other Christians the day for remembering
and honoring St. Francis of Assisi. The present
Pope chose to affirm Francis not
only in naming himself but in living simply and preaching
compassionately. St. Francis went to Cairo to study with
Muslims how they prayed, in order to deepen his own
prayer. He committed a holy act of both heresy and
treason by opposing the Crusades. And
he was deeply in touch with the more-than-human life
of all the Earth.
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After a long search, Masjid Ar-Rahman has appointed a new
Imam, Anwar Arafat. We expect that he will be
a meaningful addition to the group of clergy of all faiths in the
city. He will preside at the city-wide Eid Ul_Adha prayers
October 4.
Memphis has a number of new Halal restaurants (Muslim equivalent
of kosher.)
Tannoor Grill
is located on 830 N. Germantown Pkwy Cordova, TN 38018
901-443-5222.
Barakat Middle Eastern
Restaurant is located at 5800 Raleigh Lagrange Rd
Bartlett, TN 901-674-1666
Sharks Fish &
Chicken has three locations in the Memphis area -
Midtown, Hickory Hill and Summer Avenue.www.sharksmemphis.com
The Burger Joint
is located at 5844 Poplar Ave Memphis, TN 38119.901-537-3533.
(I think this means we now have more Halal restaurants than
Kosher restaurants. Of course the Halal rules are somewhat
simpler.)
September 1. The Worker's Interfaith Network Picnic. ($10
adult, $5 child, max $30 family). This turns out a number of
interesting groups. Pax Christi (the Roman Catholic peace group)
have had a table here for years. Usually Rep. Steve Cohen speaks,
usually there are American Indian dances and performances by various
immigrant groups. Highly recommended! "September 1 from 11-2 in the
afternoon at Trinity United Methodist Church at 1738 Galloway in
Memphis. The picnic brings together workers, WIN mem
bers, and community supporters to enjoy games, food, and live
entertainment while remembering the labor movement and the
contributions that workers have made to our country. To purchase
advance tickets, click
here. ". https://www.chi-cash-advance.com/sforms/appeal786/Contribute.aspx
"The Annual Faith and Labor Day Picnic is Monday,
September 1 from 11am-2pm and WIN needs volunteers!
There are many ways to be involved from keeping cool in the
dunk tank, setting up the area, serving food, and many more. If
you would like to be involved, please contact KC Warren, picnic
chair, at kcbundy@bellsouth.net.
If you cannot attend, but would still like to support the
event, you can find
sponsorship information here.
Advance, discounted tickets are still available online
until August 22,
or through one of our ticket sellers for
$10 for an adult ticket $5 for a
children's ticket and $30 for a
Family Ticket (two adults and children under 13)
You can also purchase full price tickets at the door."
Sept 4. 10:30 AM Start of Women's Bible study at Calvary
Episcopal (downtown). A weekly study of Geesis, with
Rev. Chris Girata. Info 525-6602 x138
Calvary's sermons are collected on-line at http://calvarymemphis.org/sermons
September 6 Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads . In
celebration of the upcoming festivities of Ganesh Chaturthi, ICCT is
delighted to announce that the Ganesh Nimmajan 2014 event will take
place Saturday, September 6th 2014 at the ICCT grounds. Please mark
your calendars and plan to join us for a fun filled day dedicated to
celebrating Lord Ganesha. This is a MAJOR event. 11:30 AM -7:30 PM -
sample of invitation -
Food Stalls - The food team
volunteers are meticulously planning for preparing some
delicious menu of food items to be offered on the event day.
Bazaar - Vendor registration is going
very well and we will have vendor booths offering Clothing,
Jewelry, paintings and other items for purchase.
Kids Zone - Get ready for some fun and
excitement. There will be cotton candy, snow cones, candy and
lemonade along with some fun games and
face-painting.
Cultural presentation - The cultural
presentations will include traditional dances by young kids,
Bhajans and Keertanas by upcoming local artists.
PROMOTIONAL VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT0CIMOoV80
Sept 6-7 A (LONG) Bike ride to raise money for Multiple
Sclerosis research. http://biketns.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=22797
Sept 7, Breakfast, A joint start-of-year breakfast
for Balmoral Presbyterian, Circle of Faith, Grace Korean
Presbyterian, At Balmoral Presbyterian. Info 901.767.7510
Sept 7, Season-opening lunch at Church of the Holy
Communion. The 10:30 service – including baptisms
– will be outdoors on the lawn (the 8:00 and 5:30 services will
be indoors as usual), and followed by the annual parish picnic.
Casual dress is encouraged; and while we will have chairs for
the service and tables for eating, you are welcome to bring lawn
chairs and blankets for that real picnic feel! Tickets are $5
per person/$15 for family of three or more. The church will
provide fried chicken, BBQ baked beans, slaw and banana pudding.
Families with last names A-G, please bring dessert, and last
names H-Z, side dish! Tickets can be purchased Sundays in Cheney
Parish Hall. You might think about inviting a friend or two as
well, as this is a great way to introduce people to life at Holy
Communion! Walnut Grove between Perkins.
Sept 7 Sunday School starts at Ar_Rahman Mosque,
our area's newest mosque, at 7906 Lowrance Rd,
Memphis, TN 38125.
This is a children's Sunday School program very similar to what
synagogues have - language study, scripture study, athletics, etc.
The flyer is at http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102207134857-310/Ar-Rahman+Sunday+school+Flyer+2014.pdf
September 7, Sunday,
Temple Israel is a sponsor of this Moshav Band concert
at Minglewood Hall. 5
PM. $15
Tickets at http://www.minglewoodhall.com/calendar/
Flier at http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Moshav
Concert 7 Sept 2014.jpg
Sept 10. 6:30 PM. The Fourth Annual Joint Dinner, Masjid
Al-Noor and St Lukes United Methodist Church
Free but RSVP by Sept. 5 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-joint-dinner-tickets-12795049337
Location: St. Luke Cafeteria (480 South Highland St Memphis, TN
38111) Info Telephone 901-432-0761
* Parking is available at St. Luke Church, Babysitting
provided
Sept 11, Thursday, 7 PM. Security briefing at the Memphis
Jewish Community Center. "Anti-Semitism in the US and
Abroad in the Wake of the Hamas-Israel Conflict." "The
Memphis Jewish Community Security Council invites you to a Community
Security Briefing. Keynote address by Mark Moskowitz, Southeast
Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation League. The program will
also feature a 9/11 memorial, a pre-High Holidays security briefing
and an update on new security initiatives in the Memphis Jewish
community. RSVP to knapier@memjfed.org." 767-7100
Sunday Sept 14. Joint Blood Drive, Heartsong Church and
Memphis Islamic Center. 9 AM- 4 PM.
Of course donations any time are welcome at LifeBlood!
1-888-LIFEBLOOD or
http://www.lifeblood.org.
Also at 11:30 AM, a talk by Yasir Qadhi for women only, "The Role
and Responsibilities of Muslim Women in the Modern World".
Note that you may bring children to this but there will be a room
for women with children (video feed of the talk) since the rules of
LifeBlood prohibit unsupervised children in the building with
the blood drive.
Sunday September 14, Jewish Historical Society, at Temple
Israel, 2 PM. Lecture. Ambassador Dennis Ross has
been special assistant to President Obama, special advisor to
Secretary of State Hilary Clinton, held a senior position with the
National Security Council. A major authority on the Middle
East. Free, open to all.
Monday Sept 15, Noon-1:30. MIFA Anniversary Luncheon (fundraiser,
$25). Celebrate the 46th anniversary of the founding of MIFA,
a major interfaith organization - one of the things Memphis is
really proud of. An incredible list of speakers - Rev Steve
Montgomery, Prof Nabil Bayakly, Rabbi Chana Glazer, Pastor
Batholomew Orr, Rev Dorothy Wells. Please reserve by
Sept 11 if possible. If you want vegetarian/kosher/hallal, let them
know.
https://donate.mifa.org/foundersday
or (901) 529-4523
Sept 15 - last day to register for a six-month "Quranic Arabic"
Course at Masjid As-Salaam. Meets Wednesdays starting 9/17. Charge.
Info 901-849-0440
Wednesday Sept 17, 8 PM, Fundraiser for Jewish Family
Service, Malco Paradiso Theater, $50 and up. Their
first fundraiser in over 5 years. New movie "This is Where I Leave
You and live performance by Michael "Ziggy" Danziger. Info c/o Barry
Chase, 901-767-8511.
SPECIAL MAJOR EVENTS THIS WEEK (starting Sept 19)
Following the unfortunate events of last
week in Memphis, we hope there will be an exceptionally
large turnout for the "Campaign Nonviolence Week of Action"
this week.
There is a website at http://cnvmemphis.org/index.html
which may have updates.
Friday Sept 19, 5 PM. "Enough is Enough"
Anti-violence March in North Memphis. March begins at
the Pillar of Jerusalem Church, 768 Pearce. Call
901-262-5013 for information. (North of N. Parkway,
north of Jackson, between Manassas and Ayers. If you've
worked on Habitat for Humanity projects, you may know the
area well.)
Saturday Sept 20. Retreat with Rev Charles McCarthy,
Church of the Holy Spirit, 8:30 - 4:30 PM.
For forty years Rev. McCarthy has
been a major religious voice for peace. Among other things,
he was the founding director of the Center for the Study and
Practice of Nonviolent Conflict Resolution at the University
of Notre Dame.
Sunday Sept 21. International Day of
Peace. Meet at the corner of 4th and Beale 4 -7 PM.
Sing a song or two for peace. Bring an instrument or a story
to tell.
Monday Sept 22. The Campaign for NonViolence planning
committee meets each Monday at 6:30 PM at the Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center. All are welcome. http://www.midsouthpeace.org/
Thursday Sept 25, 7-9 PM. Community forum on gun
violence, First Congregational Church, 1000 Cooper
St. https://www.firstcongo.com/
Sept 19-20. Workshop on family communication (fee) Memphis
Islamic Center.
Saturday September 20. BookIt5K.
http://bookit5k.racesonline.com Benefits
Shelby County Books from Birth and the Emmanuel Center
http://eecmemphis.org/
We are big fans of the Emmanuel Center, a service organization for
inner-city youth. Starts and ends at Church of the Holy
Communion.
Saturday Sept 20 5 - 7 PM. Concert at Balmoral Presbyterian
Church. Free
Music
Director of Circle of Faith -WINSTON STEWART
CD Release w/Live Performance - "The Heart of the
Matter"
Sunday Sept 21, 8:30 am -12 noon. Special Prayers at
Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
http://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/SAGNS_Mandala
Sunday Sept 21, 4-6 PM opening
reception for Superman: The Jewish Roots of America’s Super
Hero, the newest exhibit in the Temple
Israel Museum. Description at http://www.timemphis.org/about-temple/museum
Sept Sept 21. Piano Concert, Beethoven Club,
free. http://www.beethovenclubmemphis.org/RobakProgram9-21.pdf
The concert is at the Beethoven Club, 263. S.
McLean, at the corner of Peabody and S. McLean.
Admission is free and a reception will follow the
concert.
Sept 24-25. Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Synagogues
will mainly be crowded to overflowing. Temple Israel does
welcome guests and does not require tickets. Weds 24th at 6:15 PM
repeated at 8:45 PM; Thurs 25th at 10 AM. This begins the "ten days
of repentance" culminating with Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement,
Oct 3 at 6:15 pm repeated at 8:45 PM, Oct 4 services at 10 AM and
4:30 PM with many programs in between on Oct 4.
Sept 24, 7:15 PM. Miko Peled speaks at the Memphis Islamic
Center . see the next item (he is giving two talks,
one on the 24th and one on the 25th. A Muslim spokesman has
remarked to the Jewish community that he is extremely puzzled
that Peled chose these nights to speak. )
Sept 24, 7 PM, First Congregational Church, sponsored
by the Catholic Peace group PAX CHRISTI:
Sister Jeannine Grammick and Will Batts present "Violence
Against the LGBT Community, and What Can We Do"
Thursday, Sept 25, 5:45 PM and later. Talk about Gaza/Israel at
the Germantown Performing Arts Center.
"Former Israeli Defense Forces soldier turned Palestinian rights
activist, Miko Peled, speaks at MIC about the current situation in
Gaza and how to achieve peace to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict."
5:45 book signing, 6 PM talk, 7 PM Q&A, 7:45 more book
signing. Sandwiches will be served. Preregistration is required.
Free. Register at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-sense-of-the-israeli-palestinian-conflict-with-gen-miko-peled-tickets-12986279311
or
email MikoPeledEvent@gmail.com
I've hesitated to list many of the
Gaza-related events since they are often so one-sided. I hope this
will not be, since Peled is from such a prominent Israeli family.
His father was an Israeli General in the 1967 war and served as
military governor of the Gaza Strip, and became known as an advocate
for Israeli-Palestinian reconciliation. I also want to note
here that there has been recent increased willingness on both sides
to see some of the complexities of the situation, ranging from
Muslim condemnations of the apparent deliberate tactics of some Gaza
fanatics to attract attacks likely to kill civilians to comments by
outgoing US Defense Intelligence Agency head Lt. General Michael
Flynn (which I've seen reported more prominently in the Jewish press
than in the mainstream US press) that the radical wing of
Hamas is rather small compared to other radical groups in Gaza such
as the Pal;estinian Islamic Jihad, Al-Quds Brigade, Popular
Resistance Committee, and several others. See for example
http://www.jta.org/2014/08/15/news-opinion/israel-middle-east/worse-than-hamas-gazas-other-terror-groups-
Sept 25, Thursday, 7 PM. Church of the Holy Communion. Speaker:
Ross Douthat, NY Time Op-Ed Columnist. "Bad Religion: How we became
a nation of heretics."
Sept 26, 11 AM, Rhodes College Panel Discussion, "Sacred and
Secular Texts." Blount Hall (directions available at
campus gate houses). In association with a conference on "Core Texts
and Courses."
Sept 26. 8 PM Indian Cultural Center and Temple. Garba-Ras
Night, celebrating the Goddess Durga, Mother of the
Universe. (My impression is that this includes dances and
other things, not just prayers.)
Sept 27, 5K Run "Fight Childhood and Family
Obesity" Also Kids/family fun run. Benefits Common Table Health
Alliance. Info and Registration at http://millioncalorieburn.racesonline.com/
Sept 27, Mid-South Pride Day Parade (LGBT etc.),
Starts 5:30 PM at Robert Church Park, 4th and Beale. Several
religious groups will march supporting rights for LGBT persons. http://midsouthpride.org/
Jerusalem 3D - From April 19 through December of 2014, the Pink
Palace will be showing “Jerusalem 3D” in its IMAX theater.
This is a travelogue about the Old City of Jerusalem, prepared by
the National Geographic, with references to the ancient history of
the city from Christian, Jewish, and Muslim viewpoints and using
narrators of all three faiths. It has been very well received
by local religious leaders of all three faiths. It does not consider
modern problems or controversies, but does allow you to see the
insides of holy places not normally available to tourists because of
the modern problems. I found the 3D effects attractive even
though I have very poor vision in one eye.
There is a Facebook page at
https://www.facebook.com/jerusalemthemovie
Further information on the Pink Palace including movies and exhibits
is at
http://www.memphismuseums.org/
and the movie schedule is at
http://www.memphismuseums.org/cti_3d-show_schedule/
SOUP KITCHEN: Every Tuesday at 3:30 PM
the Muslim Student Association at the University of Memphis
recruits volunteers for the Soup Kitchen sponsored by Rhodes
College which takes place at St. John's United Methodist Church,
1207 Peabody Ave., Memphis 38104. All are welcome to come help
it you'd enjoy meeting these young people. Even better, if you are
out way east, meet with some of them at the Memphis Islamic Center
(near Walnut Grove and Houston Levee - see our address page) at 2:45
and the carpools leave at 3 PM. For info contact Br. Shehroz
Kazmi at 901-216-1022.
Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, who spoke a year or so ago at Calvary
Episcopal, has an essay on the treatment of women in Nigeria,
at http://www.huffingtonpost.com/imam-feisal-abdul-rauf/protecting-islam-by-telli_b_5310399.html
August 1. 7:30 - 9 PM
"Conscious realization of our unity with the spirit is the goal of
life, and, consciously or unconsciously, every person is trying to
advance towards this end. When we realize unity with the universal
Self — our own spiritual existence — we become one with the
universe." More on the web site.
August 4 and 5. Books4Cause is collecting books to ship to
Africa, at Univ. of Memphis. (September Shipment to
Lesotho).
Click Here To
Donate - From Your Home or Office
Three Ways to Donate:
- Fill
out our online
form
- Reply to this email
- Call
800-570-3698
We
provide boxes and do the heavy lifting.
We accept most books, cds, dvds, and electronics in good
condition. We don’t accept journals,
periodicals, custom course manuals, magazines or ancient
encyclopedia sets. We reserve the right to refuse books at
time of pickup. More information is found on our
website.
Please view the recent video of our
trip to Botswana.
August 7, Thursday. Election, mainly State
primaries and County General Elections
Obviously, the war in Gaza has caused major concern in many
places in Memphis. Numerous places have been collecting both
money and materials (food, clothing, books, etc.) to help civilian
populations on all sides, and their have been quite a few
meetings. It is a deep regret of mine that most of these
meetings tend to be oriented to one side or the other, and I have
not been able to confidently say "this is an appropriate
interfaith gathering."
Fall activities are starting now. Just to give a few
examples, rather arbitrarily -
Memphis Islamic Center:
- MOTHER'S
DAY OUT: Pre-school
program focusing on age-appropriate English, Arabic
alphabet, math and Islamic studies. Ages 2-5 Mondays and
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Begins August 18, 2014.
- ALKITAB
PROGRAM: Quran
reading and recitation using the Qaeeda Nooraniyah system.
Ages 5-12. Fridays and Sundays 5:30pm - 7:00pm. Begins Friday,
August 22, 2014
- WEEKEND SCHOOL: Now held on SUNDAYS. Quran recitation and memorization,
Arabic, practical Islamic studies, Outdoor activities, etc.
Sundays 10:00AM - 2:00PM. Starts Sunday, August 24,
2014
Indian Cultural Center and Temple:
Dear Devotees,
On the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, ICCT
is giving away FREE clay idols of Lord Ganesha.
Every family is entitled to one free idol, which you can
take home and offer prayers to on Ganesh Chaturthi. These
eco-friendly idols are made entirely of clay and can be
brought back to the temple for immersion on Saturday,
6th September.
Free Idols will be
available at the Temple from August 16th
onwards.
We are also organizing Idol-Making Workshops
at the temple, where you have the opportunity to make your
own idol and color it too!
Workshop Sessions |
Dates: |
Saturday, 16th
August
Sunday, 17th
August
Saturday, 23rd
August
Sunday, 24th
August
|
Timings: |
1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
|
Where: |
ICCT Premises |
(I know less than I'd like to about
immersion of these symbolic images. On one of our trips, Eunice
and I were in Bhutan on the occasion of the annual celebration
they described to us as the day of "the God of Machinery" when
elaborately painted clay statues holding things like cars and
tractors in their hands were thrown into the river.)
Church of the Holy Communion (Walnut
Grove at Perkins) has its "State of the Parish" forum at 9:15
AM, Sunday, August 24 - reflections on the past year and
visions for the future. Sunday Sept 7 they will have a 9:25
report from their youth returning from Germany, 10:30 AM
outdoor service including baptisms, and then a picnic on the
lawn. Picnic is $5, $15 per family of three or more, you may
bring a dessert or side dish to share.
The Memphis Jewish
Federation is
undertaking a major survey of the Jewish population to see what
its needs and interests are. Their are public meeting, and an
online survey athttps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Memphis_Jewish_POP_Needs_Assessment_Survey
Monday evenings 6 PM starting July
28, Hindu Temple. July 28 begins the
Hindu month of Shravan, "Shravan month is dedicated to Lord
Shiva. The whole month is considered auspicious to seek the
blessing of Lord Shiva. Shiva Abhishekam is being performed
with a variety of objects like flowers, curd, sugarcane
juice, milk, coconut water, honey, belpatra, etc. This kind
of Abhishekam gives prosperity, achievement of all desires,
eliminates negative forces, getting rid away from negative
karma and will give you the joy and success in life. All are
welcome to participate and receive the blessings of Lord
Shiva." Indian Cultural Center and Temple, programs at
6 PM on July 28th, August 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th.
August 22, 7 PM, LeMoyne-Owen College, 5K Run for
the UNCF (United Negro College Fund.)
August 23rd, UNCF Gala Concert,
Cannon Center. Info, LeMOyne-Owen College, http://loc.edu, 901-435-1000
August 23rd, 10:30 AM Indian Cultural Center and
Temple (Hindu). Organizing meeting seeking 100
volunteers for a major prayer program to last one year starting
Sept. 13. An incomplete excerpt from the call...
Sadhana takes place every Saturday from
10:30 AM to 12:00 Noon in the Meditation Hall.
Registration fee is $108 for the
duration of the Sadhana (1 Year).
All Sadhakas must attend regularly
except in case of extraordinary circumstances.
Vegetarian meals, abstinence from drugs,
alcohol and gambling is a MUST for Sadhakas.
Women should stop Sadhana during their
menstrual cycles for 5 days.
All Sadhakas must continue Sadhana daily
at home.
Sadhakas must wear clean traditional
clothing.
August 24. A Guide to being Muslim in College. Memphis
Islamic Center. 6:45 PM. But on the the Muslim Student
Organization, U of Memphis. You can contact them at 901-216-1022
August 24, 26th Annual Kosher Barbeque Competition,
Anshei Sfard-Beth El Emeth. http://www.asbeekosherbbq.org.
A wonderful out-door event, all welcome, interfaith and other group
competition. All will enjoy visiting this.
August 24, 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, Anshei
Sfard-Beth El Emeth. All ages, male and female.
901-682-1611 or http://www.asbeekosherbbq.org.
August 28, 7 PM, Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
"Haritalika Teej is celebrated during Shukla Paksha Tritiya of
Bhadrapada month. Devotees offer special Puja for Lord Shiva and
Devi Parvathi."
On August 19 Beth Shalom
started a five-week program (Tuesdays 6:45 PM) on conflict
resolution and reconciliation in relationships.
Led by Rabbi Chana Glazer. Info 683-3591.
August 22-Sept 14 at the Circuit Playhouse: Best of
Enemies. The true story of an unlikely pair fighting
together for school desegregation in Durham, North
Carolina in 1971. Bill Riddick, a black
activist determined to desegregate North Carolina,
nominated Klansman C.P. Ellis and Civil Rights
Activist Ann Atwater to co-chair a charrette, a
meeting to discuss the conflicting opinions in an
to attempt to resolve conflicts.
Sunday, August 31. 1:30 PM. Midtown Torah Study group.
Rabbi Aaron, formerly of Beth Shalom, will be
visiting. A relatively small group. If interested, contact
(e-mail) jeannie@me.com .
August 31, 5:30 PM Choral Evensong, Church of the
Holy Communion, Walnut Grove between Perkins.
The Motet Choir will sing a service of Choral Evensong with
Holy Eucharist on Sunday, August 31, at 5:30 p.m. This
lovely, historic Anglican "gem" will serve as the Service of
the Word, with the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist as the
second part of the service. Come and experience this evening
rite of Choral Evensong - beautiful choral music and the
sacrament received by candlelight.
July 2014 notes:
Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf, who spoke
in 2013 in the Calvary Lenten Lecture Series, has been
given a major award for "Faith in Action" by the
"International Center for Faith and Diplomacy". The
presentation speech is at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-b1Gkvk19Q&list=FLkN4dtHonIohqx_qr-pVG5A&feature=share
He has an interesting column on the "Islamic Law"
question, at
http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/06/30/Will-hudud-make-a-state-more-Islamic/
I am sorry to report the death of Rabbi Zalman
Shachter-Shalomi at age 89 at the start of July. A leader in
traditional or Chassidic Jewish outreach to young people, he
had considerable effect on me when I was a graduate student
in the 1960's.
http://www.jta.org/2014/07/03/news-opinion/united-states/rabbi-zalman-schachter-shalomi-father-of-jewish-renewal-dies
FYI - Along with other religious
organizations, Pax Christi USA signed this letter
supporting voting rights legislation
<http://jewishaction.us/news/86-religious-organizations-write-congress-support-voting-rights-legislation>
July 1. First Tuesday Potluck - setup at 6PM, eat
at 6:30 - Marian Hall, Cathedral of the Immaculate
Conception. Gays, Lesbians, and other concerned with
maintaining the active participation of minorities in
the church.
Thursday, July 3, 7:30 p.m. Levitt
Shell in Overton Park
Patriotic Pops is an annual concert
featuring an evening of American music performed on
the eve of the Fourth of July by the Second
Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir and Memphis Symphony
Orchestra. Sing-Along, 1812 Overture, and more.
http://www.holycommunion.org/sites/259/uploaded/files/eComm_June_24.pdf
July 5. A major push for Muslims to
be involved in MIFA's Meals on Wheels,
in connection with Ramadan. Memphis Islamic Center 10:30
am - 12.
Register by July 2 with irem.khan (at) gmail.com
July 7, 5:30 PM. Prayer service at the Jewish
Community Center for the deaths in Israel.
Israeli Deputy Consul General for the Southeast US will
attend.
Having a quiet few days? Listen to an on-line sermon or
class. Look at websites for Temple Israel. Memphis
Islamic Center, Calvary Episcopal. or others.
Examples http://calvarymemphis.org/sermons
http://timemphis.org/worship-services/sermons
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/multimedia/video/surat-al-kahf/#
July 9, 6:30 PM. Bingo and Ice Cream at Calvary
Episcopal. $5 adult, $3 children. I mention
this partly from my amusement at the connection between
Bingo and churches in the US. I've always felt
that we should do a swap, and let the colleges hold the
bingo games and let the churches have the football
teams. If you find a big halfback somewhere, it might be
easier to make an Episcopalian out of him than a
Bachelor of Arts.
July 10, Thursday, 7 :30 PM, Memphis
School of Servant Leadership will gather at the Levitt
Shell,
Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band,
http://levittshell.org/event/chubby-carrier-and-the-bayou-swamp-band2014
July 11, 6 PM, program at the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple. Guru Poornima
Celebrations.
July 12, 10:30 AM. Special prayers at the
Indian Cultural Center and Temple. The
occasion is Navagraha Shanthi (Homam). I gather this is
a astronomical celebration concerning the movement of
Jupiter and Saturn through the zodiac. (Vedic Astrology)
July 13 concert - see the concerts page.
July 13, The 8th Annual Ramadan Iftar
Dinner. One of the major interfaith events of the
year. RSVP by June
13. You may register using any of the
steps below:
· Register online at
www.memphisinterfaith.org or click on this link: Registration
· Email your information
to rsvp@memphisinterfaith.org
· Call (901) 878-2047 and
leave a voicemail with your name and contact
information.
The event is free, but you must register in advance - it
will fill up!
July 15. Joint Jewish-Muslim Fast for Peace. This
is a national activity that I feel I should draw
attention to. And we now do have a local focus - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=809588219059513&ref=70
JULY 15, 5 - 8:15 pm, corner of
Poplar and East Parkway.
Typical notices of it are from
a liberal Jewish group in Philadelphia, The Shalom
Center, https://theshalomcenter.org/civicrm/petition/sign?sid=15&reset=1
and the newspaper The American Muslim, http://theamericanmuslim.org/tam.php/features/articles/jewish-muslim-fast-for-peace/0020215
Facebook for the event https://www.facebook.com/events/1509760402593014/
These refer to the traditional Jewish fast day on this
date, the 17th of the Jewish month of Tammuz. In Jewish
folklore this is usually thought of as commemorating the
destruction of the Temple, but more detail is offered at
http://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/479885/jewish/About-the-17th-of-Tammuz.htm
of, of course, Wikipedia - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seventeenth_of_Tammuz
July 18, Friday, Fundraising Dinner for the Memphis
Islamic Center. Woodland Hill Club. The MIC
is starting a new building phase, starting what I
believe will be their main building. You can follow
their activities at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Memphis-Islamic-Center/83649822203?ref=hl
MIC 2014 Ramadan Fundraiser
"Breaking Ground"
Guest Speaker: Imam Suhaib
Webb
Friday, July 18, 2014 | Starts at 7:45 p.m at
Woodland Hills 10000
Woodland Hills Drive Cordova, TN 38018
$20 per person ages 12 & up $10
per child age 6-11 years Free for
children ages 5 & under
For more information, please email
tickets@memphisislamiccenter.org or log
on to http://tickets.memphisislamiccenter.org
July 18, 7 PM. A sampling of Opera. If you
(or your kids or grandkids) have never seen live opera,
go to the Clark Opera Center, Humphreys Blvd and Kirby,
for an evening of samples for only $5! Information
257-3100. https://www.facebook.com/operamemphis
July 19, Saturday, 9:30 AM- 12, Get Covered
Memphis: Volunteer Convention.
Invitation from Jacob Flowers, former director of
Mid-South Peace and Justice Center. "Interested in
making our community a better place? Help us ensure that
every Memphian has access to quality affordable
healthcare." At COWORK MEMPHIS, 902. S. Cooper
St., https://www.facebook.com/events/947023155323097/
July 19, Family evening on the lawn at Church of
the Holy Communion. Walnut Grove at
Perkins. 7 PM games, 8 PM movie "Despicable Me". My
grandchildren recommend it. Bring lawn chairs or
blankets.
RAMADAN started June 29.
As of this writing July 25), we are in the last ten days
of Ramadan, which are remarkably like the "ten days of
repentence" that the Jews observe between Rosh Hashanah
and Yom Kippur. (There are a lot of extra prayers, in some
sense good deeds count double, etc.)
June 29. Start of Ramadan,
one month of sunrise-to-sunset fasting for Muslims, special
prayers and programs in the mosque. During Memphis's loing
hot summers, this means daytime activities tend to be
minimized. Their large interfaith dinner is July 13.
By way of illustration, some of the youth events scheduled
at or by the Memphis Islamic Center include:
Saturday nights, 11:30 PM, basketball tournament
Sundays 3-4 PM "Deen for Teens" (What Christians would call
Sunday School, lessons from the Hadith, writings of the
earliest followers of Mohammad.)
Tuesdays 3:30-5 PM, volunteer at the soup kitchen
July 20, Serve Lunch at Ronald McDonald House
July 26, serve at the Masjid Mu'minim food pantry.
Allegro Music in Germantown prepares a
weekly guide to musical events in Memphis. They are clearly
finding out about some events (especially in churches) that I
don't. They have allowed me to reproduce their weekly
newsletter at
http://memphisirg.org/Allegro_Concerts_List.html
There is an excellent new on-line archive of
material about Jewish life in Poland (before the Second World War),
available on-line at http://polishjews.yivoarchives.org/
July 25 - Fundraiser for Porter-Leath children's
center. $75 to $125, a very fancy wine tasting party.
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/1492821/7f9832b495/547666629/5c0d9814f4/
July 25 - the late sunsets this time of year and
rules of Ramadan mean many Muslim events are late in the evening.
For example,
"Join us at Masjid Ar-Rahman Friday, July 25th for
Khatm-Ul-Quran, Dua'a & Community Update Presentation (Isha'a
Iqama 9:45PM).
** Refreshments & Sweets will be served after the program **"
July 26 - A night of prayer at Masjid As-Salaam.
"Muslim Society of Memphis would like to invite you to KHATMUL
QUR'AN on SATURDAY JULY 26TH 2014 at Masjid As-Salam,
in shaa Allah." My imprssion is that this is an all-night
Qur'an reading and prayer session, probably starting at dark (about
9 PM).
July 27 is the first of eight Sunday morning
meetings at Calvary Episcopal Church on "Model
for Healthy Living: Adults". The Model for Healthy Living was
developed on-site at Church Health Center Wellness,
as a way of aiding patients and clients to consider life as a whole.
Guests from The Church Health Center will guide Calvary parishioners
through eight Sunday morning sessions this summer as we seek to
develop greater balance in our own lives.
I mention it here on the thought that other houses of worship might
want to be in touch with the Church Health Center about either this
program or about their support for the Parish Nurse program,
in which houses of worship have a relationship with a nurse who is
available to answer health questions from members of the
organization.
July 29 or 30 - Approximate end of Ramadan. A
major Muslim holiday, Eid Al-Fitr
July 30, Indian Cultural Center and Temple invites
your family and friends for Tiruvadipur Sathamurai. Bhudevi
Abhishekam
Special prayers at 9 AM and 7:30 PM.
June 1. Calvary Episcopal Church, at the regular Sunday
service - premier of a new choral anthem written by
last year’s Interim Organist-Choirmaster, Timothy Hagy
June 1, 5 PM, Panel Discussion: "Fifty years after
the 1964 Civil Rights Act: An Appraisal. "
St. John Baptist Church, 640 Vance Ave. Rev R.
Meade Walker, Moderator.
June 1, Sunday, 2 PM - Lecture, Jewish
Historical Society, Memphis Jewish Community Center. Rabbi
Samuel Stahl, "The future of Jewish Religious Denominations in
North America." He will also speak at Temple Israel
the evening of June 3, 7 PM, on "Do Jews Still Consider
Themselves The Chosen People?"
June 2, start of a five week summer class of the
Memphis School for Servant Leadership.
"Summer 2014: Righteous Research: Prison Industrial Complex
Righteous Research starts Tuesday June 2, is a 5-week
summer offering, Tuesdays 6-8pm (6/2, 6/24, 7/8 7/15/ 7/22) by the
Memphis School of Servant Leadership that will allow participants
to explore the topic of the Prison Industrial Complex this summer
through reading books, interviews, film, and discussions where our
goal is to find out the impact of mass incarceration in Memphis
and ways we can impact those families and communities affected by
the Prison industrial complex in our city and world, through
knowledge, faith, and action."
The Memphis School of Servant Leadership now has a blog at http://memphisssl.tumblr.com/
and their home web site is http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/
June 3. Be aware of Church Health Center Events. The
Church Health Center’s next free Congregational Health Promoter
class, which helps people start or strengthen a health ministry in
their congregation, begins June 3 and meets for eight consecutive
Tuesdays from 6 to 8 PM. For information or to sign up, call
901-261-8833, or visit www.ChurchHealthCenter.org.
June 3, start of Shavuos. This evening is
the start of Shavuos (also called Shavuot), the third of the
three major Jewish pilgrimage/harvest festivals. It
commemorates the giving of the law at Sinai, and the Torah
reading includes the Ten Commandments.
Chabad
always has a very nice Ice Cream party on the occasion - 11 AM
June 4, 2570 Kirby Parkway, reading of the Ten Commandments (in
Hebrew) followed by the party. Also Cheesecake, Blintzes, etc.,
and children's entertainment. All welcome.
Temple
Israel will have its major service June 3. There
will be a 7:30 PM lecture by Rabbi Sam Stahl of San
Antonio, "Do the Jews Still Consider Themselves the
Chosen People?" Then a service at 8:45 PM followed by
"sweet dairy treats." (There will be a children's program
and dinner earlier in the evening.)
Beth Sholom
Congregation, Humphreys Blvd at the north end of Kirby,
will start its program at 7 PM. There will be a talk on
"Bullying:" It's Not Just Kids", by Rachel Shankman. Mrs.
Shankman is a major community leader in Memphis, longtime head
of the Memphis office of Facing History and Ourselves, and was
the first woman to be president of Beth Sholom. Services will
follow at 8:45 PM.
ASBEE (Anshei
Sphard-Beth El Emeth) will have on June 3 a 7:55 pm
service, followed by a dinner at 9 PM and then a late-night talk
on "Sinai - Did it Really Happen" by Rabbi Joel
Finkelstein. They will have (long) services
on June 4 and June 5 mornings at 8:30 am, followed by a cookout
after the June 5 service (free, everyone invited). RSVP 682-1611
Baron Hirsch Congregation
will have an all-night educational program starting at
midnight Tuesday evening June 3 with Rabbi Shai Finkelstein,
Rabbi Joel Finkelstein, Rabbi Gil Perl, and several others.
There will be other classes following the June 4 service and on
the afternoon of June 5.
June 6. Concert at the Levitt Shell (Overton Park). A
group from Holy Communion Episcopal Church plans
to meet at 6:30 PM for a picnic supper and stay for the 7:30 PM
concert by the Kopecky Family Band from Nashville. Visit http://levittshell.org for
more information. Bring your own supper or purchase food on
site. (Free concert)
June 7. Saturday. Feast of St. Columba (fundraiser, $75) 6
PM. One of Memphis's surprises is the St. Columba Episcopal
Conference & Retreat Center in Bartlett, at 4577 Billy
Maher Road. the website is http://www.saintcolumbamemphis.org/
June 7, 7 PM, Balmoral Chamber Orchestra at Balmoral
Presbyterian Church. An extremely
talented and creative group, mainly of local students, in a
small church with good enough acoustics that the Memphis
Symphony Chorus uses the space for practice. Always a wonderful
experience. I don't know the whole program, but they will be
premiering an original composition by Josh Spaulding. 6413
Quince Road (near Kirby and Quince, west of Kirby and near the
Kirby exit of Bill Morris Parkway) http://balmoralpc.com/
June 8 Sunday Starts 9 AM - Israel
Festival. Audubon Park.
5K Benefit race at 11 AM. http://MemphisFOI.org
Israeli & Jewish Music. Food, Petting zoo, camel rides.
June 8, a major event packaging meals for the hungry,
at Pleasant View School. http://memphisinterfaith.org/event/stop-hunger-now/
This is a major interfaith event. Starts at 2 PM, probably will go
on 2 to 3 hours. We are anxiuous top have a good interfaith turnout
for this, and it is a chance to see the Muslim parochial school if
you have not visited it yet. 1888 Bartlett Rd.
June 8, Benefit bike tour for organ and tissue
transplants. 25 miles in East Memphis. http://midsouthtransplantrfl.racesonline.com/
June 8. 5:30 PM, The Red Door band at the Sunday
evening service at Calvary Episcopal Church. The band, under the
coordination of David Lee, is made up of Memphis musicians with a
gospel and blues flare.
June 9, Church Health Center Event. A workshop
equipping at-home caregivers with the tools and support they need to
care for their patients as well as themselves will be held from 10
AM to noon on Monday, June 9th at Church Health Center Wellness,
1115 Union Ave. Light lunch will be served. This is a free event.
Please register by June 4th at http://caregiversrespite.org
or by calling 901-921-0923.
June 9-14. Prizm Ensemble workshops for
music students, Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.
June 9, 7-9 PM, Prizm Ensemble Faculty Concert,
Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.
I believe that there will also be worthwhile public student
performances
Other performances June 12,13,14. http://www.prizmensemble.com/index.php/events/events
MIFA wants participants and volunteers for
the COOL (College Offers Opportunities for Life) program.
Kids are to be from the 38126 zip code and/or attend Carver
or Booker T. Washington high schools, have at least a 2.0
GPA. Adult mentors who can put in two to five hours a month
are wanted. Details at http://www.mifa.org/cool?utm_source=Memphis%20Inter-Religious%20Group
Temple Israel sisterhood is preparing snacks for the
kick-off event for this, June 11, 5:30. Contact Jane at
901.239.7536.
June 10., Tuesday. The Memphis School
for Servant Leadership will join the crowd at the Levitt Shell,
http://memphisssl.tumblr.com/post/85158677154/were-going-to-be-a-part-of-this-memphis-school
"Intentionally Christian, Inevitably Human"
I'm guessing 7:30 PM but right now that is just a guess.
June 11. Calvary Episcopal goes to the Ball Park.
Meet at the church at 6 PM, walk to the baseball stadium, opponent
is the Tacoma Rainiers, Admission $16.
Calvary has its entire newsletter online. You can
find the current (and past) issues at
http://calvarymemphis.org/chroniclenewsletter?utm_source=Memphis
Inter-religious Group
June 11-15. Indian Cultural Center and Temple
(Hindu Temple), Eads. Major ceremonies, I believe involving
dedication of a new temple building?
There will be a major instrumental concert on Friday and a vocal
concert on Saturday. https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/sagnp
The whole schedule is at http://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/sagnp#schedule
If you have never listened to any talks at the Hindu Temple, they
will be streaming much of this. Information should appear at
https://www.facebook.com/pages/India-Cultural-Center-and-Temple/167110230002353
Also, there is a 13-minute introductory talk on YouTube you can see
any time. http://www.youtube.com/embed/IAIXCi1mgxM
Lunch and dinner served each day, dinner the 11th through lunch the
15th; different Indian regional cuisines for each meal.
Stormwater Master Plan for South Cypress Creek. I
gather this is a multi-million dollar flood preventiuon program
proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers. Think Chickasaw
Middle School and Mitchell High School areas - Mitchell, Holmes,
Elvis Presley, Highway 61.
I found some information on pp 17-18 of
http://www.mvm.usace.army.mil/Portals/51/docs/missions/projects/Projects%20By%20State/Tennessee.pdf
Public Meetings June 12, 16, 17 6-8 PM, addresses (and a
rather hard-to-read map of the affected area) at
http://us6.campaign-archive2.com/?u=9c1c78d2b069d346fac3fab56&id=d5d8b3ecff&e=6bd085df80
June 13 and 14, several concerts by the PRIZM program at
Shady Grove Presbyterian Church, see the bottom of the
concerts page.
The Saturday 7 PM program includes Beethoven's 6th and Klughart's
Oboe Concerto, and more.
June 13-14. Immigration Information Project, Masjid
As-Salaam. Preseentation about the immigration
process; free provate consultations with attorney Theresa
Napolitano. Friday, 5:30-6:30, short presentation;
consultations 6:15-8 PM. Saturday, presentation 10:30-11:30,
consultations noon-8 PM.
June 14-15, "Spirit Fest." A two-day "Metaphysical Fair".
- "There will be a variety of holistic
practitioners, artisans & merchandise. What to expect? Great
practitioners offering intuitive readings & sessions,
crystals, henna tattoos, art & crafts. Also there will be a
psychic gallery, a meditation, lectures both days free & much more, included with admission.
Admission is $5, and free for children under 10. It's going to
be a great and fun weekend. Save the date!! More details coming
up!" Event location: 2465 Whitten Road Suites # 105-107,
Memphis, TN.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1415330818732669/
June 14 - benefit for Church Health Center.
Outdoors Inc. will host its 33rd Annual Canoe and Kayak Race at 10
AM Saturday, June 14 on the Mississippi River. A portion of the
proceeds will benefit the Church Health Center. For more
information, visit http://outdoorsinc.com.
June 15, Signup Deadline for a week-long retreat / icon
workshop, July 13-18. Contact Church of the Holy
Communion, Mary Beth Darrow, 767-6987 x 11
June 16, 6 PM, The League of Women Voters
meeting will focus on the importance of judicial retention voting
and judicial candidate elections. This program will motivate
you to vote the entire ballot on August 7 – no more skipping that
mysterious judicial section. The vote on the Tennessee
constitutional amendment will be a later election, but this is a
good chance to understand what is at stake. Many of us want to
minimize the roles of partisan politics and political
contributions in judge selection. Benjamin L. Hooks
Central Library, 3030 Poplar Ave.
June 16-18. Programs by visiting group of Israeli
Scouts. Approximately 5 boys, 5 girls,
age typically 17-19.
This talented group will do song -and- dance shows,
free and open to the public, at a number of venues.
Some are
Memphis Jewish Community Center, Monday June 16, 7
PM.
Pink Palace Museum, Tuesday, June 17, 2 PM.
Levitt Shell, Wednesday, June 18, 7:30 PM
There will be other performances for
specific groups, churches, etc. E.g. I know of one performance
for participants in the Bridges Youth Program.
June 17, Tuesday, 5:00-7 PM. (hours
to be checked) The
Israeli Scouts will be at Masjid As-Salaam,
1065 Stratford Road. (Foot of Covington Pike.) This will not be
the usual song-and-dance, but will be a discussion, a chance for
different groups to get to know one another, presumably without
political discussion. We are extremely excited by this
first visit by this Israeli group to an American mosque, and we
very much hope there will be a nice turnout by the
interfaith community.
June 17 - 19. MIFA. Ombudsman Training Program. Be an
ombudsman for nursing homes or similar facilities.
http://www.mifa.org/ombudsman
June 19, Thursday. French evening of Elegance (Kosher
dinner) at the Memphis Jewish Home. $51.
914.582.8673. Last day to make reservations is Friday, June
13th.
June 19, 7 PM - Concert/dinner at Colonial Baptist Church, see the
concert page.
June 19. A group from Temple Israel is going to
the Levitt Shell for The School of Rock concert. Bring lawn chairs,
picnic.
June 18-21. Grace-St Luke's Episcopal Church, 1720
Peabody,
Luna Nova Music produces the Belvedere Chamber Music
Festival
Click that link for the program. Concerts June
18,19, 20, two on June 21.
June 20 - 7 PM Concert at Episcopal / Holy Apostles / Collierville -
see the concert page.
June 20, 5-7 PM, Juneteenth Celebration (pro-Labor
event). Details at https://www.facebook.com/events/1505224913030473/
"Juneteenth, initiated on June 19th, 1865, is the
oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in
the United States -- the greatest labor victory in this country's
history. In following tradition, UCW's Juneteenth 2014
banquet will feature the barbecue pit as the center of attention
and will focus on e... See
More" 389 E. Parkway N.
Pavilion in Overton Park
June 20, Masjid Ar-Rahman, lecture, "The Great Themes of
Ramadan". After Maghrib prayers, brief prayers which presently
start around 8:15 PM.
June 21. Memphis Islamic Center - Walk through
Meeman-Shelby Forest State Park. Meet the MIC group at the
Vistor's Center at 6:00 a.m. The park is located at 910 Riddick
Road Millington, TN 38053
June 21, 7 PM Free concert, Sloan River Project. (Benton
Stokes, opening act.) Church of The Holy Communion, 4645 Walnut
Grove (between the Perkins-s) Food trucks available.
June 21,
June 21 - Concert ($15) St Andrews Episcopal Collierville, see the
concerts page.
June 22, 2-3:30 Poet/Speaker at National Civil Rights Museum.
Nikki Giovanni, on occasion of 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights
Act. Free with museum admission. See http://civilrightsmuseum.org/event/a-conversation-with-nikki-giovanni/
June 22nd, Sunday, at 5:30 p.m.,"Healthy Eating for
Ramadan", talk at the Memphis Islamic Center
presented by Sr. Aisha Ghani. This is open to the entire
family.
June 22, Sunday Evening, 6 PM. Concert in honor of
Cantor Aryeh Samberg and his wife (25 years as Cantor,
30 years married) at ASBEE synagogue, 120 East Yates Road North
(just north of Walnut Grove.) Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails at 6 PM
followed by the concert. General admission $25. http://asbee.org/Events
RSVP (901) 682-1611.
June 25, Wednesday, noon. Prayers at Memphis Jewish
Community Center for three
kidnapped teenaged Israeli boys.
June 25, July 9, July 25, ... Jewish Population Survey. The
Memphis Jewish Federation will be having meetings and doing
surveys to see how it can meet the needs of the Memphis Jewish
Community. Sign up for the early discussions at
http://memphis.fedweb.jewishfederations.org/page/s/MemphisJewishPop
The Federations main page is
http://www.memjfed.org
June 26 - National Civil Rights Museum. Roast and Toast Jacob
Flowers, departing director of Mid-South Peace and
Justice Center, $10. Drinks, hors d'oevres, music. More details to
come. Register at https://www.midsouthpeace.org/civicrm/event/register?reset=1&id=59
June 27, Church Health Center Fundraiser.
A pay-what-you-can showing of Hairspray at 8 PM Friday, June
27 at Playhouse On the Square, 66 S. Cooper. If you donate $50 or
more per seat, you will be invited to a special VIP reception. Call
901-272-7170 to purchase pay-what-you-can tickets.
June 29. Start of Ramadan, one month of
sunrise-to-sunset fasting for Muslims, special prayers and programs
in the mosque. During Memphis's loing hot summers, this means
daytime activities tend to be minimized. Their large interfaith
dinner is July 13.
By way of illustration, some of the youth events scheduled at or by
the Memphis Islamic Center include:
Saturday nights, 11:30 PM, basketball tournament
Sundays 3-4 PM "Deen for Teens" (What Christians would call Sunday
School, lessons from the Hadith, writings of the earliest followers
of Mohammad.)
Tuesdays 3:30-5 PM, volunteer at the soup kitchen
July 20, Serve Lunch at Ronald McDonald House
July 26, serve at the Masjid Mu'minim food pantry.
SOUP KITCHEN: Every Tuesday at 3:30 PM
the Muslim Student Association at the University of Memphis
recruits volunteers for the Soup Kitchen sponsored by Rhodes
College which takes place at St. John's United Methodist Church,
1207 Peabody Ave., Memphis 38104. All are welcome to come help
it you'd enjoy meeting these young people. Even better, if you are
out way east, meet with some of them at the Memphis Islamic Center
(near Walnut Grove and Houston Levee - see our address page) at 2:45
and the carpools leave at 3 PM. For info contact Br. Shehroz
Kazmi at 901-216-1022.
June 28, Saturday. 10:30 AM. Ordination of Hester Mathes to the
Diaconate, St. Mary's (Episcopal) Cathedral. Reception to follow.
June 29. A group from Temple Israel goes to a Redbirds baseball
game. 6:05 PM
(old note, maybe 2012?) We are presently meeting
intermittently, with more rotating of locations and of who organizes
the programs. We are looking forward to discussions of the
prophets, of how to work for peace, of contributions we can
make toward interfaith understanding and cative cooperation in the
Memphis area and the world. One suggestion was that we make an
effort to be a visible interfaith presence at selected events in the
Memphis area. See more on the events page.
I'm getting a lot of event notices from One CommUnity Center, events
at https://www.facebook.com/OneCommunityCenter
,
home page at http://weareonecommunity.org/. Their home page in
particular has a lot of interesting links. A lot of them are
of the holistic health or what I would call "modern-spiritual"
variety - Unity Church of Practical Christianity, Namaste Day,
Spiritual Retreats, Hypnosis... If you'd like to be on
their mailing list, you can like the Facebook page or send a
message to Heather Watson at https://www.facebook.com/Heather38104
Examples: until May 9, the Unity Church of Practical Christianity,
9338 Walnut Grove, in Cordova, is collecting
relief supplies for Arkansas towns hit by the recent
tornado.
Weds May 7, Horns and Craft Night (think headdresses with
Viking-style horns), Temple of the Sacred Gift,
5995 Bartlett Center Drive, Bartlett, https://www.facebook.com/events/843833308964711
May 9-11, MAY DAY FESTIVAL at Meeman-ShelbyForest State Park,
https://www.facebook.com/events/513054068815139/
Somewhat more bizarrely, to give an idea of the range of things on
that list, there is a pay-to-attend lecture about the
spiritualist Edgar Cayce on May 7 at GPAC. I'm not
tempted to go, but one of my grandmothers was a Cayce fan and
conversations a number of my dead relatives occur in Cayce's books.
https://www.facebook.com/events/623868171026300/
May 9, 7-10 PM. Memphis Islamic Center. "Adventures in
Marriage" $25 per couple, $15 single, includes
dinner and babysitting. Intended for Muslims over 18, but I thought
that others might be interested to know it was going on.
Dr. Matthew P. Smith is a
local area expert in family and marriage. He
specializes in the influence of faith in psychological
functioning. Dr. Yasir Qadhi is an instructor at
Rhodes, Dean of Academics at AlMaghrib Institute and
Resident Scholar at MIC.
For additional information, please email info@memphisislamiccenter.org or call call
901-231-9340.
May 11 is Mother's Day. A lot of churches will
have programs for it.
MidSouth Peace and Justice Center is having a fundraising
brunch 12-2 PM at First Congregational Church,
music and entertainment, adults $30, kids $10. Tickets can
be purchased
online through the link or you can call 901.725.4990 to
reserve your seats now.
May
12, 6 PM. League of Women Voters, Hooks Central Library. "Tennessee's
Budget Crisis due to Failed Tax Structure", a presentation about
the upcoming proposed state constitutional amendment on the
subject of income tax.
May 18, Sunday at the 10:30 service, the Episcopal Bishop Don
Johnson will the at the Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove
at Perkins. Reception following.
May 18, Sunday, 20th anniversary celebration, Chabad
Memphis. info email Chabad@JewishMemphis.org.
(Chabad is an acronym for the Lubavitcher Chassidim, a Jewish group
headquartered in Brooklyn, which does outreach to Jews around the
world. Memphis building is on Kirby Parkway north of Quince.)
May 18, 2 PM, Jewish Historical Society, at the Memphis Jewish
Community Center.
Lecture, Dr. Paul Bierman, "The History of Ancient Israel
as told through Jewish Coins of Antiquity."
May 18, Sunday, 3:30 PM, Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
A grand flute concert by an internationally celebrated
artist, Shashank Subramanyam. Free, donations accepted, In
their Multi-cultural Center Pavillion, but of course you are also
welcome to visit the fascinating Hindu Temple while you are there.
(Don't wear jeans or shorts for the Temple.) http://www.icctmemphis.org/
The upcoming major prayer events I know of here are May 9 (6 PM)
and May 23.
May 20 The Beethoven Club will present the 3rd
Annual Grace Chamber Players Concert Tuesday, May
20 at 7:30 p.m. at the Wilson Chapel at Christ United Methodist
Church, 4488 Poplar, Memphis, TN. Admission is free.
Our young artists this years are:
Natalie Hernandez (oboe), Andrew Clark (clarinet), Elen Wroten
(cello), Cody Hunter (bassoon), Sarah Mitchener (flute), Perry Mears
(piano), Bethany Beck (horn), and Tony Chen (piano).
The program will be focus largely on French composers from between
the wars--Milhaud, Satie, Tailleferre, and Poulenc. Please join us.
Parking is conveniently located on Poplar just west of the chapel.
May 22, Thursday, Annual Meeting of Healthy Memphis - Common
Table.
http://healthymemphis.org
http://www.healthymemphis.org/index.php?page=annual-meeting
May 23, Annual Meeting of Temple Israel. Installation of
officers, 5:45 PM. Dinner at 6:15 (Reservations, charge ($18),
call 761-3130.) Evening Service at 7:30, followed by
refreshments.
Fall flower bulbs are available from the Temple Israel Sisterhood.
For a catalogue, call Judy at 683-7959.
May 25, 4 PM - A bunch of people interested in interfaith
things will be attending the 4 PM showing of "Jerusalem 3D" at the
Pink Palace IMAX. Do arrive early as they do not let people
enter the theater after the movie starts. I understand that
there will be enough Muslims coming that finding the group won't be
hard.
I think this has completed, and the Weds evening lecture seriues
will resume after Ramadan (July or August?):
Wednesdays,
7:30 PM The life of Muhammad, lecture
series by Sheik Yasir Qadhi at the Memphis Islamic Center,
10225 Humphreys Road, Cordova, TN 38018.
On-line broadcasts, http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/
May 29-31, Memphis Italian Festival, http://memphisitalianfestival.com/
Marquette Park Corner of Mt. Moriah and Park Avenue
Free parking and shuttle bus from Hilton parking lot, Park and
Crossover.
Music, Food, Volleyball, Bocce contest, spaghetti gravy cooking
contest, etc.
Sponsor: Holy Rosary Parish.
May 30, 5-7 PM party for the Worker's Interfaith Network at
First Congregational Church, where WIN has just moved in to new
office space.
May 30, House Party to Benefit the Mid-South Peace and
Justice Center. This fundraiser will also be
celebrating the departure of Jacob Flowers, who is leaving after ten
years at MSPJC to head up a statewide program on health
insurance.
https://www.facebook.com/events/741069065935793/
https://www.facebook.com/midsouthpeace
May 31 12-5 PM Groundbreaking for the new building at the
Memphis Islamic Center. Hamburgers, Pizza (small
charge), car wash, clothes sale. These people have very nice
parties!
May 31. Benefit Concert for the PRIZM ensemble.
(Free, but donations will be welcome.)
We are excited to announce that two of the top senior violinists
in the city will be performing a benefit concert for the 2014
PRIZM Chamber Music Festival. The concert will be on May 31 at
3:00 pm at Shady Grove Presbyterian Church (5530 Shady Grove
Road). They will perform works by Franck, Wieniawski, Sarasate,
Bach, Saint-Saens, and Kreisler. The concert is free. All
donations will benefit the PRIZM Chamber Music Festival. A
reception will follow the concert.
http://www.prizmensemble.com/
May 31. Dinner and Presentation at Masjid As-Salaam.
Investments can have extra complications for those devout Muslims
who observe the rules prohibiting lending money at interest. Masjid
As-Salaam, the mosque at the top of Stratford Road (foot of
Covington Pike) invites people to a free dinner at 7 PM, brief
prayers 8:15-8:30, and then a presentation from 8:30 to 8:30 PM by
the Amana Mutual Funds Group, which offers fund structured in
accordance with Islamic rules. Feel free to come to the supper
to meet some Muslims, and skip the lecture (or vice-versa, if
you are interested in investment arcana!).
The Pink Palace has an exhibit, "Race". Feb 1 - May 4.
Talks associated with it include
March 6: 5-7 PM Mid-South Racial Future: A Latino Perspective.
Pablo Davis
March 20: 5-7 PM The Last Segregated Hour: Remembering the
Memphis Church Kneel-ins. Stephen Haynes.
March 30: 2:30-5 PM Race and Jews: Why one has nothing
to do with the other. Micah Greenstein.
April
20, Sunday, 11:45 AM. Lecture at the
Memphis Islamic Center. Yasir
Qadhi: "The reality of Jinn in the Qur'an and
Sunnah." As always lectures will be broadcast LIVE
online at www.memphisislamiccenter.org/live
For
more information please call 901-231-9340 or email
info@memphisislamiccenter.org
April
20, "Yiddishe Cup", fundraiser for Hillel,
at Golf & Games. 5484 Summer Ave. Games
for all age groups, silent auction. Teams can
enter on site. Starts at 2 PM.
April
24, 7-9 PM. Facing History and Ourselves.
Community Conversation featuring Douglas
Blackmon, Author of "Slavery by Another Name."
Christian Brothers University Theater, 650 E
Parkway South, Rsvp online at http://www.facinghistory.org
(Ordmans want a ride)
April
25-27, Faith in Action. A city-wide
cleanup project sponsored by
Mayor Wharton and a variety of churches. You
may form a team from your congregation,
school, club, or neighborhood to clean up a
specific area of concern to you. Or you
may join a project that has already been
planned. Either way, it’s easy to
register at
www.faithinactionmemphis.com. The
contact person at MIFA is Linda Marks,
lmarks@mifa.org or (901) 527-0208, ext. 218
April 24-27, Temple Israel, Prof. Paul Liptz, Israeli Social
Historian. Several sessions. Political and Social
realities of Israel and the Middle East Details on page
4,
http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Voice_April_2014.pdf
Flier is now at http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Paul
Liptz_2014_0.pdf
Thursday, April 24, 7:30 pm On the Frontlines: External
Threats and Internal Tensions that Israel Faces
Friday, April 25, 12 pm Women’s Challenges in Israel. A
complimentary lunch, hosted by WRJ-Temple Israel Sisterhood,
is included if RSVPs to Sylvia Appleton, 901.761.3130, are received
by April 22.
Friday, April 25, 6:15 pm The Meaning of Holiness
- Professor Liptz will speak during the Shabbat service.
Friday, April 25, 7:30 pm Judaism in the Jewish
State. Professor Liptz will speak at a Shabbat
dinner. To RSVP ($18/person if received by April 16; $25/person
after April 16), go to timemphis.org, or call Sylvia Appleton,
901.761.3130.
The Shoah and Eretz Yisrael:
Sunday, April 27, 9:30 am How the Holocaust Still
Informs the Landscape and People of Israel
April 27, Sunday, 4 PM. Jewish Community Center - Yom
HaShoah (day of remembering the Holocaust). Featuring
Holocaust survivor Frank Grunwald. Born 1032, in camps 1939-1945.
The 2012 film "Misa's Fugue" concerns his story.
May 6, Tuesday, Election (mainly primaries for local offices,
including e.g. Mayor of Shelby County)
Early voting will be April 16 - May 1
If Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Were Alive Today is at the
Kroc Center (Fri-Sat 7 PM, Sunday 2 PM) until April 6. I've
put comments on these on the
Home Page .
Apply now for Bridge Builders COLLABORATE
(Please pass this on to your house of worship or other
organization.)
Now is the time to apply for the year-long Bridge Builders
COLLABORATE program. Rising 7th-12th grade students
from across the Mid-South will have the opportunity to build
friendships, develop leadership skills and work together to
create positive change in our community. Students will
participate in an intensive week-long summer conference and six
year-round training sessions that occur during after-school
hours and weekends.
The application
deadline is Friday, April 11, 2014. To apply, visit
bridgesusa.org/apply or for more information call
901-452-5600.
The Memphis Jewish Community
Center after very long and heated debate has decided to open
on Saturdays (the Jewish Sabbath) starting approximately Memorial
Day) Probable hours will be noon to 9 PM. Primarily open for
recreational activities, telephones used only for emergencies, no
money handled. Anyone wanting to bring a guest must make
arrangements before the Friday afternoon closing.
Masjid As-Salam has resumed having "Tafseer"
classes Sundays at 12:30 PM. These are based on historically
early commentaries on the Quran with implications for life.
Analogies are probably Talmud for the Jews and early Church Fathers
for the Christians.
The "How-To" video series of Temple Israel,
http://www.timemphis.org/worship-services/overview-0
From Calvary: March 17-18, Rev Huey Gardner, Birmingham, Alabama.
Ray Suarez (Al Jazeera America) March
19 Amy-Jill Levine, March 20-21
Dan Matthews (Trinity NY) March 24
Ellen Roberds, March 27
Friends of the Groom (Theater) March
28. Mayor Wharton, March 31
Mark Muesse April 1
Friends of the Groom, theatre group, will also have a workshop for
youth grades 2-8 Saturday, March 29, 10AM- noon. Contact Hilary
Chipley, 525-6602 x 141. They will also participate in the 10 am
service at Calvary on Sunday.
April 1, Jewish responses to
Ethical Dilemmas, Temple Israel, 7 PM.
Rabbi Micah Greenstein,
Helping Others: What
Are Our Responsibilities?. (WIll anyone offer
the Ordmans a ride? this can be watched on the web at http://timemphis.org but it is
more fun in person.)
April 2, Booksellers at Laurelwood, evening. Author Tova
Mirvis will be talking, reading and signing from her
new novel called Visible City. I don't yet know what this new
novel is about, but her 2000 novel "The Ladies Auxiliary" is a very
famous book about the orthodox Jewish women of Memphis and is a
remarkable look into orthodox Jewish life in Memphis.
April 3. 1-3 PM Memphis Jewish Community Center. Creative
Aging's Second Annual Senior Game Day. $5 admisson
includes refreshments and prozes. 901-485-5369
http://www.CreativeAgingMidsouth.org
Thursday, April 3.
Marcus
Orr Lecture, University of Memphis
Telling Stories: The Art and Craft of Narrative History
Hampton Sides returns to his native Memphis to read from
his work and discuss the possibilities for narrative writing in the
digital age.
University
Center Theatre, refreshments 5:30 PM, lecture 6
PM
Lots of details at http://memphis.edu/moch/events.htm
Most important to many of us is that March 6 is the start of
the
CALVARY EPISCOPAL CHURCH LENTEN LECTURE SERIES
March 6 - April 11, Mon-Friday, 12:05-12:40 PM
Details at http://www.calvarymemphis.org/lentenpreaching
102 N. 2nd Street downtown.
A remarkable series of lectures, a Memphis tradition for many years.
The lectures are free; you may also want to get breakfast or lunch
at the Waffle Shop downstairs,11-1:30, which I value for the
wonderful discussions as well as the food.
Here are just a few favorites, and the coming week:
April 4, Starsky Wilson; April 7-8,
Jacqueline Lewis; April 9, Sarah Peck.
Micah Greenstein April 10-11
Wednesday evenings at Calvary: (Dinner in
the Waffle Shop, 5:15-6:15, speaker 6:30).
March 19, Ray Suarez. March 26, Daniel Matthews, Jr.
April 2, Renee Miller. April 9, Micah Greenstein.
April 3-6. The Jewish Community Center will have its Spring
movie festival but there will be an admission charge
this year - $10, $7/JCC members per film or $25/$18 all three.
April 3, Thursday, 7 PM - The Other Son 2012 French film,
Israeli baby swapped in childhood.
April 5, Saturday, 9 PM - (food available in the deli at 8:30) Simon
and the Oaks - A young man growing up in Sweden during WW Two.
April 6, Sunday, April 6. 1 PM. Hava Nagila (The Movie) documentary/comedy
about this Jewish song and its connection to Jewish history.
Then on April 6 , 3 PM after the movie, an a capella concert, "The
Maccabeats." $18 adults, $12 (4-17), discount with the 3-movie
ticket.
information
http://www.jccmemphis.org/2014filmfestival or 901-761-0810
April 4, 2 PM. Martin Luther King Jr., Human Rights Award, U
of Memphis, University Center Theater.
April 4, Opening reception for "Longing, not
Loathing" art exhibit at Fogelman Galleries of Contemporary
Art, U of Memphis Art and Communications Building room 200.
Exhibit runs April 2 - April 25. http://www.facebook.com/FOGELMANCONTEMPORARY
April 4 5-7 PM "Cocktails for a cause, fundraiser for
Mid-South Peace and Justice Center, 1509 Peabody,
April 4-6. Guitar Festival (Lily Afshar, the Iranian Guitar
professor at U of M, and others) at the
Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music at the University of Memphis. The
festival includes evening concerts, master classes, and a
competition.
The website is at http://www.memphis.edu/music/special/guitarfest.htm
April 4 - 5-7:30 PM Art Museum, University of Memphis.
Opening reception for the exhibit Disappearing Ink,
Curated by John Salvest. Exhubit April 5 - June 28, gallery talks
April 5 and April 11 at 11:30 am.
Disappearing Ink is a look at newspapers and other printed
matter as documents of personal and collective memories and history.
Wednesday nights, 7:30 PM, lecture at Memphis Islamic Center
by Yasir Qadhi, continuing series, "The Conquest of Makkah".
Also can be watched online at www.memphisislamiccenter.org/live
April 5. All Day, National Civil Rights Museum. Grand
ReOpening. "Breaking of the Chains" Parade.
901-521-9699, http://www.civilrightsmuseum.org
The delegation from Mid-South Peace and Justice Center will assemble
for their march at 9 AM at the King Statue outside the Convention
Center. (Main and Poplar). https://www.facebook.com/events/258868047628776/
April 5, Benefit concert, Hope Clayburn, Young
Avenue Deli, 2119 Young. Doors open at 8pm. Show
starts at 9pm. (Mid-South Peace and Justice)
April 5, 10 AM-6 PM. First Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Branch Out Spring Music Festival.
8161 Germantown Rd, Olive Branch, MS. http://firstcpchurch.org
April 6, Sunday 3 PM - HOUSE OF MEWS
BENEFIT CONCERT
Balmoral Presbyterian Church
Luna Nova, a group of artists devoted to the music of the 20th
and 21st centuries. You may listen to their music at
http://www.lunanova.org/audio.html
Suggested Concert Donation $20.00. Credit Cards Accepted. Kids
Free!
House of Mews: feline rescue agency: http://houseofmews.com/
April 6, 6 PM. Retirement Dinner for Cantor John Kaplan,
Temple Israel. $18 for reservations before March
26, then $25. MUSICAL PROGRAM (Free) at 7:30 PM
April 8, Lecture on
Non-Violence at First Congregational Church, by John Dear,
Nobel Peace Prize Nominee. Prayers (optional) at 6 PM, lecture
at 7:30, reception to follow, poster is HERE
April 8, 7-8:30 PM Temple Israel,
Sacred Conversations: Spiritual Questions.
April 8 and 13.Indian Cultural Center
and Temple. Celebration of the birth of Lord Rama,
the seventh incarnation of Vishnu. Tuesday April 8 at 6:30 PM,
Sunday April 13 at 10 AM. Services followed by a meal. A good
chance to meet our Hindu neighbors. Dress conservatively. http://www.icctmemphis.org/
See the Address
Page for directions.
April 9 (every second Wednesday),
6-7:30 PM. Monthly meeting of Mid-South Peace and Justice
Center, 3573 Southern (across the tracks from
U of Memphis). This months topic: the need for a civilian Police
Review Board.
April 10. Rhodes College Communities in Conversation
series.
Judith Butler April 10 @ 6 p.m.
Bryan Campus Life Center (Reception @ 5:30 p.m.)
Thinking Binationalism with Martin Buber and Edward Said
Judith Butler will explore the concept of binationalism in the
context of the Israel/Palestine conflict, considering its different
legacies in Jewish and Palestinian political struggles, bringing
together the thought of Said and Buber to ask, does binationalism
have a history that can be told, a future that might be lived?
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2014/
April 11, Friday 5:30-7:30 opening reception
for exhibit by Martha Stephens "Saturday Afternoon at the
Opera - On -Canvas". Exhibit runs April 11- May22.
Ross Gallery, Plough Library, Christian Brothers University.
www.cbu.edu/gallery
Saturday, April 12th, 12 - 2pm Memphis Bus Riders Union.
Memphis Center For Independent Living
1633 Madison Ave. (across from Cash Saver; Bus #2)
April 12 Saturday 5 PM - St Agnes Academy -
St. Dominic School, Sally
Hook Performing Arts Center. Fundraiser ($100) to help residents
of the Ave Maria Foundation home for the elderly. Silent Auction
and concert starring Jo Dee Messina.
htp://www.avemariahome.org 901-405-3791
April 12, Saturday, 7 PM- Midnight. BRIDGES CENTER,
fundraiser, $75. Tickets on sale now for Screen on
the Green
BRIDGES Screen on the Green brings together adults of all ages
from across the Mid-South to celebrate diversity and youth
through a unique, movie-themed gala. All proceeds from the event
support Bridge Builders.
On Saturday, April 12, from 7 p.m. -
midnight, the BRIDGES Center will be transformed into
Wonderland... a magical place full of surprises. There will be
an array of culinary treats from some of Memphis' elite
eateries. On your tour through Wonderland you'll stop at
The Rabbit Hole, home of the Bacardi Bar and then on to Hatter's
Shutter Party to snap some shots to remember. All of this and so
much more awaits you as you celebrate our community at BRIDGES
Screen on the Green - The Wonderland Affair.
Tickets are $75
per person. Click here to reserve your space in
Wonderland. For more information, contact Nikki Haynes at
nhaynes@bridgesusa.org or 901-260-3752.
April 14, Sunset. Start of Passover. A major
Jewish holiday lasting 8 days. All the synagogues in the
city will have services and other functions. Temple Israel
has its most major event Tuesday evening April 15 - a "Tot
Seder" at 5:30 and the regular congregational seder (the
ceremonial holiday dinner, with traditional stories and prayers)
at 6 PM. For the 6PM seder RSVP by April 8. $36/adult, $18
child (10 or under), less for Temple Members, much less for the
Tot Seder. (Includes a donation to MIFA and to "Jewish Response to
Hunger".) Call Sylvia at 901-761-3130.
Thursday, April 17.
Marcus
Orr Lecture, University of Memphis
Radical Life on the Mississippi: A Global History of the
American Civil War
Andrew Zimmerman suggests just how international our
national history is.
University
Center Theatre, refreshments 5:30 PM, lecture 6
PM
Lots of details at http://memphis.edu/moch/events.htm
March 4. Tuesday. Jewish
responses to Ethical Dilemmas, Temple Israel, 7 PM
Rabbi Danziger, on Family Issues.
March 4. Fat Tuesday (Mardi Gras) at Calvary Episcopal.
5-7 PM Waffles, Sausage, Red Beans, Ice Creams & Toppings, $8
adult, $4/child, max $24/family, proceeds to the Memphis Hospitality
HUB.
Tuesday evenings at 7:30, March 11 & following, Memphis
Islamic Center. Yasir Qadhi will give a series of Tuesday evening
seminar talks on "The Most Majestic Names of Allah". The
seminar will focus on the most beautiful Names and Attributes of
Allah, their meaning and how this knowledge will improve our
relationship with our Creator. For more information
please call 901-231-9340 or email info@memphisislamiccenter.org
March 8. PRIZM Ensemble concert. Join the
PRIZM Ensemble on March 8 at 7:30 pm at Shady Grove Presbyterian
Church as we celebrate "Mostly Memphis", an evening of chamber music
by Memphis composers. We will perform music by Marshall Fine,
Raymond VunKannon, Richard Adams, and Robert Patterson.Tickets
available online at www.prizmensemble.com.
$10 general admission/$5 student tickets. You may also purchase
tickets at the door.
For the preview on channel 24, see
http://www.localmemphis.com/video/d/video/mostly-memphis-chamber-music-concert/4967361
March 7. Friday, Masjid Ar-Rahman, 7906 Lowrance
Rd, Memphis, TN 38125 will have another candidate for Imam preaching
at 1 PM: "Building a Community: The Prophetic Model". Imam Hamzuh
Abdul-Malik will also lecture at 6:30 PM: Connecting with the
Qur'an: Its History, Harmony, and Heavenly Meanings."
March 7, Masjid As-Salam. 6 PM. Dinner and lecture.
Leadership of the Muslim Day School,. Pleasant View School, will
update the coimmunity on events at the school. WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO
EDUCATE CHILDREN IN AMERICA SUCCESSFULLY? By: Dr.
MALLEY. DINNER WILL BE SERVED. Free, open to
all.
March 5. Ash Wednesday. Many Churches have
services to start off the Lenten season, a period of reflection
leading up to Easter on April 20 (the dates are the same this
year for both Western and Eastern Christian groups.) The
services at Balmoral Presbyterian Church will be from 6:50 to 7:20
PM. Calvary Episcopal has its service at 6:30 PM with Marcus Borg as
the Guest Preacher. Church of the Holy Communion (Walnut Grove)
begins a Wednesday evening 6:30 PM series on "My Episcopal
Life." Calvary Episcopal has its newsletter on line at http://calvarymemphis.org/chroniclenewsletter
There are far too many Purim events to list here;
I'm giving a small sample. Purim is sunset March 15 to sunset March
16, but the celebrations of this joyous early Spring festival go on
for some time before and after. It is, canonically, an extremely
minor Jewish holiday, celebrating the events of the Book of Esther
in the Bible. It is not one of the more theological, shall we
say, of the biblical books. Ian Fleming pointed out that James Bond
was based on Esther, the principle differences being that the sexy
undercover agent in the Bible is female, that M's full name is
given, and that the road races in the Bible have to be done on fast
horses as the Aston-Martin had not yet been invented. If you'd
like a different look at the Bible, read the Book of Esther thinking
"Goldfinger" rather than "Biblical Epic", or attend Temple Israel's
musical comedy version Monday evening (which is not as risque as
either the Bible or the James Bond movies, but is still not
recommended for children.)
People who have never
attended a traditional synagogue service on Purim will be amused to
know that any children attending are issued noisemakers to use
during the Bible reading. The Book originally came in a
scroll, in Hebrew a "Megillah", and the fact that the whole book is
traditionally read on the holiday, "The Whole Megillah", has passed
into many languages as an idiom roughly for "reciting the whole
story with nothing left out."
March 16, 10 AM. Beth Sholom Synagogue (Conservative) will hold a
Purim party at the Skate Odyssey Roller Rink, 7417 Hacks Cross Road.
Roller Rink costumes encouraged. $8 per person. The Megillah will be
read.
March 16, 11 AM. Baron Hirsch Synagogue (Orthodox) will hold
a reading of the Book of Esther where the reading is
done entirely by women, Sunday March 16 at 11 AM. The men will
read simultaneously in another room. (These readings are from
hand-written scrolls, in Hebrew.)
March 16. "Purim in India", the Purim celebration
at Chabad of Memphis.2570 Kirby Parkway. Kosher Indian Food and
entertainment starting with the reading of the Megillah (the Book of
Esther, in Hebrew) at 4:30 PM. $22 adult, 12 child. RSVP by March
11. http://www.JewishMemphis.com
or 754-0404
March 17. Purimspiel. 7:30 PM The annual Purim Play at
Temple Israel. The Book of Esther performed as a musical comedy is
a major musical event of the year. Because it is a comedy (a
Jewish tradition for this minor Jewish holiday) it is very unlike
any biblical play you have seen elsewhere. It is very
tongue-in-cheek, and the song s this year will be based on
hits of the 1980's. If you have not reread the Book of
Esther lately, you might enjoy doing so while keeping in mind that
Ian Fleming said that the Book of Esther was the model for James
Bond. The script is straight James Bond, with a few very minor
exceptions (a) the sexy superspy is female; (2) the chases have to
be done on fast horses, as the Aston-Martin had not been invented
yet; and (3) M's full name is given.
Temple Israel has a number of other
Purim-related events, as do several other synagogues in Memphis.
The Purim Play itself being intended for adults or at least teens,
there is a "kids" version on Sunday March 16 at 10 AM (think
6th grade: "Esther and the Chocolate Factory") Related family
events on March 16, 9:15 AM- noon. There will be an adult
costume party, March 15, 8-11 PM, $25 at the door, $18 with
reservations by March 5 (call Sylvia Appleton, 761-3130.)
Tuesday March 18, 5:30-7 PM, Fall Social of the Muslim Student
association, U of Memphis. University Center, Iris
Room. Pizza, cookies, snacks, games, etc. Open to all.
March 19, Wednesday, Opening Ceremonies for Women's History
Month at U of Memphis. Ceremony, Rose Theater, Noon.
Remarks and screening of video montage, "THE OTHER F-WORD." March
for WOmen's History and Feminism Fair, Alumni Mall, 12:30 PM. Other
events, schedule at http://www/Memphis.edu/whm
7:30 PM: free dance performance at University Center Theater,
celebrating the dancer Pearl Primus; the authoirs of a biography of
her will speak.
March 19 is the first meeting of a bereavement recovery group
at Temple Israel, "Moving On: Life After Loss". Many houses of
worship have such programs. 7 PM on March 19, March 26, April 2. (No
new members at the third meeting.) Details: e-mail gub@timemphis.org
or call Cantor Kaplan at 761-3130.
Thursday, March
20. Marcus
Orr Lecture, University of Memphis
Free
Markets and the Modern Political Scene
by Stephen Moore, a pro-free-market writer for the Wall
Street Journal
University
Center Theatre, refreshments 5:30 PM, lecture 6
PM
Lots of details at http://memphis.edu/moch/events.htm
March 20, 5:30-7:30 PM, Planned
Parenthood and UrbanArt
Commission - Art Exhibit and discussion of
the Planned Parenthood Placemaking Project. AN
ARTFUL SPACE: Works from Greater Memphis, for a
Greater Memphis. Meet the Artists. 2430 Poplar
Ave. Thirty new works and a mural on permanent
display at Planned Parenthood. RSVP requested by
March 18 to alewis@ppgmr.org or 901-725-3051
March 21-23. Core Organizer Training, Mid-South Peace
and Justice Center
https://www.facebook.com/events/1392718797658616/
March 22. Facing History, Benefit Performance of The Diary of
Anne Frank, at Playhouse on the Square, Saturday
reception 6 PM, silent auction, play at 8 - 10:30 PM.
$60 per ticket, sponsorships available. Last date for
tickets in March 18th. Call Rayna Greenberg at 901-452-1776 x
222 or http://www.facinghistory.org/memphis
March 24, Rhodes College Communities in
Conversation series.
Maud Mandel
March 24 @ 6 p.m.
Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall
(Reception @ 5:30 p.m.)
Muslims and Jews in France: History
of a Conflict
Maud Mandel will discuss how Muslims and Jews in France have related
to each other as former residents of French North Africa, as
immigrants competing for limited resources, as employers and
employees, as victims of racist aggression, as religious minorities
in a secularizing state, and as French citizens.
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2014/
March 25, 6-8 PM, "1 Universe" dinner
at Chow Time, 4207 Hacks Cross,
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=806106676069721&set=gm.1473976742816131&type=1&theater
(invitation from Sandeep Pednekar to promote social,
economic, religious, and cultural integration of Memphis.)
March 27, 7 PM, The Vanderhaar Symposium, Malik
Yakini, Executive Director of the Detroit Food Security Network. The
Spain Auditorium at Christian Brothers University. One of the
premiere Interfaith events of the year.
http://gvanderhaar.org
March 27, Rhodes College, Phi Beta Kappa Lecture.
(7:00 p.m., Hardie), Dr. Garber will discuss the role of Shakespeare
and the Humanities in our contemporary world.
March 28, Friday, A tour of Memphis City Government
"Tour City Hall, Meet city officials, learn how the city govermnent
and legal system functions." Preregistration is
required. Information 615-669-2261.
Organized by the American Center for Outreach, the target group here
is probably Muslim immigrants to the US but all are welcome. http://www.acotn.org/march
March 28 Memphis Symphony at Lindenwood
Christian Church,
March 28, Mendelssohn, Stravinsky,
Haydn.
http://www.memphissymphony.org/classicaccents
Base price is $39, $5 for students. 901-537-2525
odds and ends -
The Diary of Anne Frank is at Playhouse on the Square
until March 30.
Saturday, March 29, 2-5 PM "Let's Rap - Dream
Big" Panel discussion, House of Mtenzi Museum, poster at http://us6.campaign-archive1.com/?u=9c1c78d2b069d346fac3fab56&id=47664325d9&e=6bd085df80
March 30: 2:30-5 PM Rabbi Micah Greenstein's Talk
as part of the "Race" Exhibt at the Pink Palace. Race and
Jews: Why one has nothing to do with the other.
(I think the actual talk is at 3 PM)
March 30, 5:30 PM, Sunday, Choral Evensong with Holy Eucharist,
Church of the Holy Communion (Episcopal), Walnut Grove between the
Perkins-es.
(No details, maybe this cancelled?) March
30, 10-11:30 AM. Temple Israel, Sacred Conversations: Spiritual
Questions.
March 30, 2 PM, Amro Music, Benefit Concert for St. Jude's
Hospital, 2918 Poplar
The Three Cantors and others - light classical, Broadway, and Jewish
music. Details at
http://www.timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Three
Cantors Benefit Concert.pdf
March 31, 7 PM. Hindu Temple (Indian Cultural Center and
Temple, Eads). Celebration of Ugādi, the New Year's
Day for the people of the Deccan region of India. The name Ugadi is
derived from the Sanskrit words yuga (age) and ādi (beginning): "the
beginning of a new age".
Art Exhibit at U of Memphis, until March 27. Laura
King: Blue Hawai'i. M-F 9-5, Fogelman Galleries of
Contemporary Art, Art and Communication Building (across the street
from the Holiday Inn on Central.) Free exhibit but parking can
be tricky - some metered spaces in the big student lot, garage on
"Innovation Drive" is $2 / hour.
Feb 27 and March 2 concerts (and later) see our
Concert
Listing Page.
Jan 24- Feb 28.
Jordan Eagles: BAR 1-. and
Jan 24- Feb 14 RashBlack: The African Diasporic Impulse in
American Photography,
Art
Exhibits at the Martha and Robert Fogelman Galleries of
Contemporary Art,
University of Memphis http://memphis.edu/art/fogelmangalleries.php
Art and Communication Building, 3715 Central (opposite the Holiday
Inn, where you can park)
February 21, 5:30-7:30 PM,
opening reception, Photography Exhibit, Rick
Barnard, "Visions of Nature". Beverly & Sam
Ross Gallery, Plough Library, Christian Brothers
University. Radio discussion on WKNO-FM, 9 AM on
Feb 21.
(How long is this open???)
February 25 to March 2, Maha Siva Ratri Celebrations
at the Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Daily programs, including at dance program
at 7 PM on Saturday, March 1.
Details at https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/events_mahasivaratri2014
February 28, Friday, 10 AM Central time - videoconference by the
Fellowship of Reconciliation, Ending Drone Strikes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/534475433317985/
February 28, 6-8 PM Dinner, Turkish Community Center
(Raindrop House). Free.
Ms. Johnnie Turner, Tenn State House of
Representatives, will speak about Black History Month.
It is always interesting to to see immigrant
communities learning about America. Not enough of us will turn
up at this, and any of us will be very welcome and helpful.
Hallal food.
5681 Quince Road, Memphis, TN 38125
Please RSVP if time allows at memphis@turkishhouse.org or
901-590-3256
February 28. Friday Lecture on
Egyptian Archeology. Reception 6:30, lecture 7 PM
Please join us
Friday evening, February 28th, in the
Fountain View suite at the University Center,
University of Memphis, for a FREE public reception and
lecture by UCLA Egyptologist Dr. Kathlyn (Kara) Cooney
entitled: Coffin Recycling: Funerary
Culture in a Time of Economic Crisis.
An
eminent scholar, Dr. Cooney is also known for her documentary
series "Out of Egypt" that aired on the History Channel. This event is
co-sponsored by the IEAA and the Tennessee Chapter of the
American Research Center in Egypt.
February 28, 5:30 PM
Ta-Nahesi
Coates will be the keynote speaker on Friday, February
28th at 5:30 p.m. (reception at 5:00 pm) in
McCallum Ballroom in the BCLC for the Memphis Center's upcoming
conference >From Civil War to Civil Rights: Race,
Region and the Making of Public Memory. The conference
begins with reception and a Jazz concert on February 27th and
sessions all day Friday,
February 28th and Saturday, March 1st. Bringing
together an unparalleled group of historians, writers, teachers and
artists, this conference – sponsored by the Memphis Center
along with numerous campus partners - explores the ways
that the Civil War, the Civil Rights Movement, and the intervening
years have shaped our understandings of race, region, “the South,”
citizenship and American identity. For more information,
including advance registration (which is highly recommended!),
please see the website at http://rhodes.edu/memphiscenterconference.
For those interested in learning more about Coates and his views
on a range of topics, the "Counterpoint" interview with
him on WKNO-FM 91.1 will soon be available for streaming:
http://wknofm.org/term/counterpoint
The League of Women Voters
has a good flier on when and where to register to vote,
who can register, and a schedule of upcoming elections.
Ask us (admin@memphisirg.org)
if you'd like a copy. http://www.lwvmemphis.org/
December 16 to January 14 - Special Hindu Prayers.
Dhanurmasa Pooja,
prayers for the month of Dhanurmasa. "The month of Dhanurmasa
is considered a very special month for religious services. Lord
Krishna declares in the Bhagavad Gita: "I manifest the most in the
month of Margashira (also known as Dhanurmasa) among the months of a
year". For this reason, sages have set apart this month to be
completely focused on devotional activities. According to tradition,
the Gods wake up early in the morning during the month of
Dhanurmasa. They perform special prayers to Sri Maha Vishnu during
the auspicious period of Brahma Muhurta. It is said that worshipping
Lord Vishnu on a single day during this auspicious period is equal
to worshiping Lord Vishnu with devotion for 1000 years." (more
is on the website at
the Hindu temple, see our address page for "Indian Cultural Center
and Temple.) Thye temple will open each morning at 6 AM with special
prayers at 6, 6:30, and 7:30 AM. There will be plenty of other
events, but I may not have much advance notice, keep an eye on their
website.
LOTS of music Dec 22 - see the concerts list, and many
other events. E.g. Calvary Episcopal Church Children's Christmas
Pageant, 10 AM
Sunday,
December 22, 2 PM Jewish Historical Society, at the
Jewish Community Center. "Lawrence of Arabia and
the Jews". Lecture by Prof. Tabachnick of U
of Memphis. Tabachnick is a former chair of the U of M
English Department and is faculty advisor to the Jewish
student group, Hillel of Memphis.
Memphis Islamic Center has lots of
programs during the school break.
Sunday December 22nd: 6:30 pm - 8:30 PM
"Koran by Heart" Documentary and
discussion: This excellent video follows the experiences
of three Muslims children from three different
continents who memorized the Qur'an at a young age and
participated in the World Quran Recitation Competition
in Egypt. -Duration: 1 hr 17 min - Babysitting
will be provided. (Of general interest.)
Monday December 23rd: 10:30 AM -
1:15 PM
Kids Movie & Lunch - "Turbo"
- movie starts at 10:30 am and pizza lunch served at
12:15 pm. Dhuhr Prayer at 1:00 pm. Please bring about $3
per person for lunch.
Tuesday December 24th: 10:30 PM
- 12:00 PM
"Dr. Suess" story time &
lunch - Dress up in Dr. Suess character - Story time and
craft will be from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm; Pizza lunch
will be from 12-1:00 pm. Please bring about $3 per
person for lunch.
Wednesday December 25th: 3:00 -
5:00 PM
Family Bowling at Cordova
Bowling Center - 7945 Club Center Dr, Cordova, TN 38016.
All are welcome.
LOTS of Christmas Eve and special Christmas
programs at Churches. A few to give
the flavor:
Church of the Holy Communion: Dec24, Children's Pageant and
service, 4 PM, another service at 6 PM, Music at
10:30 PM, Service at 11 PM. December 25 at 10 AM.
Calvary Episcopal (downtown) Dec24,
Family Eucharist with
visiting Choirs, 4:30 PM, another
service with their own choir at 7:30 PM, Choral
and Strings at 10 PM, Service at 10:30 PM.
December 25 at 4 PM.
Balmoral Presbyterian: Dec 24, Candlelight,
5-6PM will include Balmoral Pres and also an
African-American church (Circle of Faith) and
Grace (Korean) Church,
Dec 26, 6 PM, special prayers at the Indian
Cultural Center and Temple.
Mandala Pooja is observed on 11th or
12th day during Dhanur Masam and is the last day of 41 days
long austerity observed by devotees of Lord Ayyappa. The
fasting begins 41 days before Mandala Puja which happens on
the first day of Vrishchikam Masam.
It is time to sign up for Spring
Term Courses at the Memphis School for Servant
Leadership.
If you are trying to figure out your calling, how you
can help in the world, these are people who can help you
think about that.
My wife and I have found them immensely helpful over the
years.
www.servantleadership-memphis.org
E-mail them for their program of activities!
memphisssl@gmail.com
January 11-12, Musician Rick Recht at Temple Israel.
Jan 12, 2nd Sunday at Temple Israel. Visiting speaker by
video, 9:15-10:15 AM.
January 18, Saturday, MidSouth Peace & Justice Center,
Fund-raising dinner. Dinner 6 PM, $30.
Speaker and program, 7 PM, suggested donation $10 but no one
turned away. Music etc. Main speaker is Hubert Van Tol, former
Executive Director of the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center,
currently the Senior Director of Economic Development of the
Pathstone Enterprise Center in Rochester, NY.
January 20, 10 AM. MIFA
will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with
a public birthday celebration on January 20 at 10 a.m. at
its headquarters, 910 Vance Ave. The free event will
feature guest speaker Bruce Efird, president and CEO of
Fred’s Inc., and will include the announcement of the
finalists in MIFA’s ninth annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Teen Oratorical Contest. More details at
http://www.mifa.org/mlkday2014
January 29, Jewish responses to Ethical Dilemmas, Temple
Israel, Noon
Friday, January 31, 2014, 7:00 p.m. The
Luther College Nordic Choir-
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral.
The a cappella Luther College Nordic Choir . Free and open
to the public.
St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, 700 Poplar Ave, Memphis,
TN 38105, (901) 527-6123
Feb 7 Memphis
Symphony at Lindenwood Christian Church,
February 7, Peter and the Wolf (+more, children's
concert)
March 28, Mendelssohn, Stravinsky, Haydn.
http://www.memphissymphony.org/classicaccents
Base price is $39, $5 for students. 901-537-2525
February 20-22, Temple Israel, Rabbi Naomi Levy,
several programs. Her
books include "Talking to God" and "To Begin Again",
national bestsellers.
February 22, Memphis Symphony, German
Requiem, in the Cannon Center.
February 4, Tuesday, 6:30 PM. Monthly
supper at Immaculate Conception Cathedral,
sponsored by the Catholic Bishop, for Gay and
Lesbian (etc.) people, friends, issues. "We have invited
students from Rhodes, CBU and U of M to come speak with us
about their gay student unions/gay-straight alliances/ safe
spaces. We have several students confirmed from each
school that plan to speak for 5-10 minutes on the successes
and challenges of their organizations on campus. This
is a great opportunity to hear what is currently going on at
our local Memphis colleges.Just bring a dessert; all other
food provided this month. Meets in Marian Hall; see
our
Addresses
page.
February 6, Thursday. Marcus Orr Lecture, University of
Memphis
"The Lessons of the New Deal - Has Obama Learned the Right
Ones?"
Prof. Anthony Badger of Cambridge University.
University Center Theatre, refreshments 5:30 PM, lecture 6 PM
Lots of details at http://memphis.edu/moch/events.htm
Feb 7 Memphis
Symphony at Lindenwood Christian Church,
February 7, Peter and the Wolf (+more, children's
concert)
March 28, Mendelssohn, Stravinsky, Haydn.
http://www.memphissymphony.org/classicaccents
Base price is $39, $5 for students. 901-537-2525
Feb 8-12
The Indian Cultural Center and Temple in Eads
is helping to sponsor programs in India "for
eradication of caste discrimination, preservation,
protection, and propagation of Sanathana Dharma, to
inspire and awaken Hindu Youth to their glorious
heritage." I'm vague on whether they are
having any events here in Tennessee or whether they
are encouraging people to travel to India for this.
Feb 9 and following. "One Billion Rising", a
series of events by the Women's Action Coalition.
The Facebook page is at https://www.facebook.com/onebillionrisingmemphis
Here is a sample:
Film "The Bro Code" (How contemporary culture creates
sexist men) looking at rape culture, Sunday Feb. 9, 4pm
at First Congo
Community Conversation on Sexual and Domestic Violence
in Memphis: Feb. 11, 6-8pm at First Congo
One Billion Rising Rally and Vigil, Feb. 14, 5-6:30 at
Poplar and Highland
Ecstatic Dance with DJ Mary Jane Adams, Feb. 14,
7:30-9:00 at Co-Motion
Healing Circle for Survivors, Feb. 16, 2-3:30 at
Co-Motion
Sacred Dance with Karen Snow, Feb. 16, 4-5:30 at
Co-Motion
Tuesday Feb 11, 7 PM - 9 PM
Shlomo Molla,
former assistant speaker of the Israeli
parliament (Knesset), the first Ethiopian to hold that
position, will speak at a Black History Month event at
the Memphis Jewish Community Center. http://www.jccmemphis.org/index.php?submenu=UpcomingEventsPrograms&src=events
(Follow the link there - this sounds like a most unusual
and worthwhile event.)
February 13, Rhodes College
Communities in Conversation series.
Down
to the Crossroads: Civil Rights, Black Power, and the
Meredith March Against Fear
6
p.m. Blount Auditorium, Buckman Hall (Reception
@ 5:30 p.m.)
Aram Goudsouzian will tell the story of the last great march
of the civil rights era in 1966, and the first great
showdown of the turbulent years that followed
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/cicspring2014/
February 13, 7 PM Memphis Theological Seminary, Annual Dr.
Henry Logan Starks Scholarship Dinner.
(doors open 6:30) Fundraising dinner, open seating $50, reserved
seats $100 or $1000/table for ten, higher donations welcomed. Supports
a scholarship fund for African-American students and
honors special achievements by African-American students
and alumni at MTS. Usually has excellent
speakers and, in addition to supporting a worthy cause,
you get to hear a great many interesting things about the
history of Memphis and obstacles overcome in Memphis.
Honorary Co-Chairs this year are Dr. Steve Montgomery of
Idlewild Presbyterian Church and Dr. Gina Stewart of
Christ Missionary Baptist Church. Info and reservations
Dr. Nichols at 901-334-5808.
February 14 and 15, Grand Opening of Masjid Ar_Rahman.
6 PM Friday, lecture. 6PM Saturday, Dinner and
Lecture. Free, open to all. Memphis' newest Mosque. 7906
Lowrance Rd, Memphis 38125 (Near Bill Morris Parkway
and Hacks Cross)
February 15, Saturday
Thursday, Feb 20. Marcus
Orr Lecture, University of Memphis
Race-girl:
How an Artist Tackled a Touchy Subject, and How It Tackled Her
Ms.
damali ayo is the author of How to Rent a Negro, an
unflinching satire about race relations, and Obamistan!
Land Without Racism: Your Guide to the New America
University Center Theatre, refreshments 5:30 PM, lecture
6 PM
Lots of details at http://memphis.edu/moch/events.htm
February 20, 6 PM Formal Opening of the Black History
Month exhibit at the Benjamin Hooks Library. The
exhibit, about African Americans in Cibil War Medicine, is
open Feb 8 - March 29.
Feb 20-21. Imam candidate at Masjif Ar-Rahman.
Lecture 6:30 PM Thursday, sermon 1:15 PM Friday. 7906
Lowrance Rd, Memphis, TN 38125
Thursday, Feb 20. Fundraising dinner at Calvary Episcopal
Church, the
"Clergy Crewe Dinner", $50, 6:30 PM Gumbo etc. A major Mardi
Gras event! Details at
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=8f28f644d3&e=2f75c3ec8d
February 20-22, Temple Israel, Rabbi Naomi Levy,
several programs. Her
books include "Talking to God" and "To Begin Again",
national bestsellers.
February 21-23,
Qur'an in Action Weekend at Masjid As-Salam, 5-8 PM each
evening, with dinner served at 6 PM Saturday, lighter refreshments
other days. Mainly student competition in Qur'an memorization and
recitation, but a nice chance to see how they do it and meet the
people. Free. open to all.
Top of Stratford Rd at the foot of Covington Pike.
February 22, Memphis Symphony, German Requiem, in the Cannon Center.
February 22nd, 2PM, Southaven Library. Opera Memphis free
educational program, Black Roots of Opera: Florence Cole, Talbert
McCleave.
February 23, Sunday, 1 PM - 3 PM, Know Your Rights. A workshop on
protections in the workplace, at school, and with law enforcement.
Sponsored by the American Civil Liberties Union and the American
Center for Outreach ( http://acotn.org ). It may be very interesting
to see how this is presented to a group that is significantly
immigrant and in some sense an "at-risk" minority but not the most
frequently thought of example of either kind. At the Memphis
Islamic Center, 10225 Humphreys Road, Cordova. 38018 (near the east
end of Walnut Grove.)
February 23. 2 - 5 PM. The Memphis Jewish Home is having an
Art Sale (fundraiser) Open to all, free admission, valet parking. 36
Bazeberry Rd, Cordova, 38108 (just off of Walnut Grove, pretty far
east just before the hilly section.) A good chance to see this
assisted living / rehab home, if you've never visited it.
Kosher food, but as a rehabilitation home it is much loved by our
Presbyterian friends among others, and was recommended to Eunice by
Germantown Methodist Hospital after her broken hip last year
Tuesday, Feb 25, 6:30 PM. League of Women Voters, "Demystifying the
voting process."
Speakers are the Shelby County Administrator of Elections, Mr.
Richard Holden, and Rhodes College Prof. Marcus Pohlman.
Longinotti Auditorium, St. Francis Hospital, 5959 Park Ave,
Memphis. For details of the meeting and directions, see
LWV_Feb2014.pdf
February 25, 7:00 PM, Lecture "Not just Yiddish and Ladino: On the
Phenomenon of Jewish Languages." Prof. Benjamin Hary of Emory
University, Sponsored by Bornblum Judaic Studies of the U of
Memphis. U of Memphis Fogelman Center (Innovation Drive, south
side of Central), Room 123
Feb 26, Weds, 7 PM. Israeli Soldier's Tales. Memphis Jewish
Community Center.
Free.
http://timemphis.org/sites/default/files/ISS.pdf
Jan 10 - Feb 13. Two
Art Exhibits at the Beverly & Sam Ross Art Gallery,
Plough Library, Christian Brothers University: Kris Pelczar,
"Beauty of Nature and Inspired Artwork" has some excellent
classical-style religious art. Also an exhibit of "Forged,
Cast, and Fabricated" work from the Memphis Metal Museum includes
some nice religious work.
12/2013
We have a request from Porter-Leath, one of
Memphis's exceptionally fine charities. "Single,
Guatemalan mother of 3-year-old daughter with down syndrome is in
desperate need of a reliable car so that she can transport
daughter to doctor appointments and school. Mom speaks only
Spanish, but her case manager is available to translate. Please
contact Alyssa Beard at Porter-Leath (901) 577-2500 ext. 1160 if
you know of any individuals, organizations or ministries who can
help. Thank you!" (Posted 11/12/2013)
Honey and Rudi Scheidt have been recognized as
"Outstanding Philanthropists" by the International Association
for Fundraising Professionals. I take some special
interest in this since my mother was once a "Fundraising
Professional", and some of her adventures contributed to my
interest in interfaith activities. One published story about
this is at http://www.csmonitor.com/2003/1009/p18s03-hfes.html
("The time my Jewish mother influenced the Pope.") The
fundraisers also gave awards (among others) to volunteers
raising funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital,
volunteers for Bridges, the director of the Memphis Child
Advocacy Center, for cooperation between MLG&W and MIFA,
and an award to the R. Brad Martin Family Foundation.
November 27, first evening of Chanukah. A
minor Jewish holiday which mainly gains importance by its proximity
to Christmas. It celebrates a successful Jewish revolt against
the Selucid king who was a descendant of one of Alexander the
Great's generals, events recorded in the books of the Maccabees, in
the "Old Testament Apochrypha". Few Sunday Schools address
what happened between the end of the Old Testament and the beginning
of the New Testament, and few history courses bother with what
happened between the time of Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar,
which is much the same period. I dearly love doing presentations on
this "Intertestamental period" whenever I can find an audience.
Anyone have a Sunday School interested? What were those Roman
Soldiers doing in Jerusalem in Jesus' time, anyway, and why were the
Temple priests in cahoots with them? (And yes, Anthony and
Cleopatra did have something to do with it.) For some answers,
see http://ordman.net/Edward/Chanukah.html
and http://ordman.net/Edward/Intertestamental_Period.html
December 1, the start of Advent. The best
Advent sermon I ever heard was in Masjid As-Salaam, the mosque at
the foot of Covington Pike. I summarize extremely
briefly. Obviously, the season presents some complications for
Muslims (who recognize Jesus as a major prophet, the one who will
return as judge at the last judgement, but not as God) and
particularly to new immigrant families whose kids see so much of
Santa Claus.
The sermon began with the story
of the birth of John the Baptist (the Qur'an text is very similar to
the biblical text on the birth stories of both John and
Jesus.) Zacharias and Elizabeth were clearly too old for
children, but Zacharias prayed to God to make an exception:
Zacharias, a priest, was a preacher of the story of the one God and
wanted a son to carry on the preaching. God gave him such a son.
John was an excellent son, knew what he wanted to do, was good at
it, had the right values, respected his parents. Isn't that what
you'd like your children to be like? Then spend time with them and
take great concern for their education (long discussion).
Birth of Jesus story; Jesus, like John, became a preacher of the one
God. Jesus was the greater prophet but let's not put down John
as a preacher: after all, it was John who baptized Jesus, not the
other way around.
We are coming up on a season
that in America is often dominated by Santa Claus and toys and
advertising. Even the bright lights don't do a very good job
of conveying the importance of worshiping God. It is very important
right now for you parents to review the stories of John and of
Jesus, because when your kids start asking about Santa Claus and
toys, you need to be prepared to spend time with them and be
prepared to talk about the real story of the season, about these two
preachers of the message of God.
There has been a remarkable snowstorm in Jerusalem.
There is a wonderful selection of pictures (often with extremely
wrong captions!) at
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2260223/Jerusalem-hit-worst-snowstorm-TWENTY-YEARS-inches-falls-Holy-City-closing-roads-schools.html
Allegro Music in Germantown prepares a
weekly guide to musical events in Memphis. (Thanks to Steve
Sondheim for pointing this out to me.) They are clearly
finding out about some events (especially in churches) that I
don't. They have allowed me to reproduce their weekly
newsletter at
http://memphisirg.org/Allegro_Concerts_List.html
Increasingly, I'm going to encourage people to look at that
and will list on this page only things I notice that are not
on that list. Let me know if you have opinions about
this.
Several Memphis charities have a
card-sending offer. Typically, you give them a list of names
and they send a holiday card from you to reach of those
people, in exchange for a donation. I know that
Bridges and St. Jude do this. St. Jude offers a paper
or an electronic option,
http://stjude.org/holidaycards.
I've seen the very nice local-artist cards that Bridges
sends ($10 each),
http://bridgesusa.org/holidaycard
and also have a request for Bridges for volunteers to help
assemble and mail these (they prefer to use hand-written
addresses). http://bridgesusa.org
Bridge Builders: Rising 7-12 graders: Now's your chance to learn to
lead!
Bridge Builders COLLABORATE is now accepting applications from
students in 6th-11th grades for its one-year leadership, diversity
and community action training program. This is an outstanding
program for learning to meet people different than yourself in a
remarkable fun and well-run program. Pass the word to people you
know in the right age range, or their parents!
http://bridgesusa.org
December 1. 5:30 PM. Service of Lessons and Carols, Holy
Communion Church, Walnut Grove at Perkins. There are
probably too many such services for me to list them all, but church
music fans may be interested that Holy Communion Church has a
whole-academic-year schedule of special musical events posted at
http://www.holycommunion.org/sites/259/uploaded/files/Music_Poster_FINAL_2013_2014.pdf
Tuesday, December 3, 6:30 PM. Pot Luck Supper,
Catholic Ministry with Gay and Lesbian Persons (but everyone is
welcome)
Marian Hall, under the sanctuary at Immaculate Conception Cathedral,
1695 Central (First Tuesday of every month)
Wednesday, December 4 at 12:35 pm. U of Memphis
Holiday Concert.
Harris Concert Hall in the Music Building. Admission is free – no
ticket necessary. For more information, call 678-2541
Wednesday, December 4 - 12:10 - Bartlett United
Methodist Church - Marguerite Francis
Music at Noon
Jane Scharding Smedley - Organist, Choirmaster - St. Peter Catholic
Church
Alissa Heirigs - Trumpet
All concerts begin at 12:10pm and end at 12:40pm in the Bartlett UMC
Sanctuary.
A light lunch is available for purchase following each performance.
Bartlett United Methodist Church - 5676 Stage Road - Bartlett,
TN (901) 386-4567
December 4, 5 PM, Last night of Chanukah party.
This is organized by a group that used to study Judaica with Rabbi
Aaron Rubenstein, formerly at Beth Sholom. Potluck supper.
1807 Galloway Avenue 38112. RSVP 412-7229, Rabbi Aaron
will be visiting on Sunday January 19 and there will be a study
group that day, probably in the noon to 3PM area.
December 4, Advent Festival, evening, Calvary Episcopal
Church (downtown)
Calvary’s annual Advent Festival will be held on Wednesday, December
4 at 6:30 p.m. There will be Advent wreaths, calendars, cookies,
paperwhite bulbs, and much, more. St. Nick will make a special
appearance at 7 p.m.
Everyone is asked to bring donations of newborn baby clothes and
blankets to donate to the MED as our “gifts to the Christ Child.”
Dinner will be served in the Mural Room beginning at 5:15
p.m. 102 N. Second St.
December 5, Thursday 12:00pm - 1:30pm at Poplar and Danny
Thomas
December 6, Friday, the next Imam Candidate for Masjid
Ar-Rahman 1:15PM Friday is the important
weekly service for Muslims, and the candidate will give the sermon
(Khutbah) entitled "Our Duty as a Muslim Community in the States".
Saturday, Dec 7 at 6:30 will be a dimmer and lecture on "Feeling and
Living Allah's Observation Upon Us." All are welcome! A
great chance to meet Muslim neighbors and get an idea of the issues
they are thinking about. While the candidate is for the new
Ar-Rahman mosque, these events will be at the mosque Masjid
Al-Noor 3529 Mynders, very near the University of Memphis; the
Mosque shares the St Luke's Methodist Church parking lot.
Incidentally, you may bfind very interesting the position
advertisement and description of the mosque, at
http://imamsofamerica.weebly.com/imam-position---masjid-ar-rahman-in-memphis-tn.html
Dec 6, Friday, 6:30 PM Memphis School of Servant Leadership
- Community Open House and Class Pot Luck Banquet
A leading group in Memphis training and motivating people to seek
forms of religiously-motivated public service.
If you've never met this group, come and do so.
http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/
Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard
Please bring your spouse, partner, friends and family and a dish to
share with others.
If you don’t have time to prepare a dish…please don’t let that
prevent you from attending.
Dec 6, Friday, 7-10 PM, Habitat for Humanity, "Tool Box
Bash" fundraiser. The Great Hall, 1900 S.
Germantown Rd. Cocktail/holiday attire. Tickets $50-75.
http://www.memphishabitat.com/
December 6, 7 PM, Choral Music, St. Peter's Catholic
Church. The Memphis Men’s Chorale will present “A
World Christmas,” a concert of sacred and secular holiday classics,
on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 p.m., at St. Peter Catholic
Church, 190 Adams Avenue, in Downtown Memphis. The concert features
a special appearance by the Memphis Women’s Chorale now in their
first full season. Free secure parking is available across from St.
Peter on Adams Avenue. A festive reception will follow. Admission is
free (suggested donation $10). For more information please visit http://www.memphismenschorale.org.
December 6, Friday, 7:30 PM, Memphis Symphony, Handel's
Messiah, Evergreen Presbyterian Church. 613
University, Memphis, TN 38107 (Off North Parkway opposite Rhodes
College). $25. http://www.memphissymphony.org
901-537-2525
Saturday, December 7 - 1:00 - 2:00 PM - St. George's
Episcopal Church
Students of Barbara Posner Voice Studio present their winter
recital. Accompanist - Leesa Wilkinson.
St. George’s Episcopal Church, 2425 So. Germantown Rd., Germantown
December 7, Holiday Soiree at the Dixon Gallery.
Saturday 5 - 6:30 PM (followed by a play) RSVP requested,
reservations needed for the play. Many other holiday events
includfing Tennessee Shakespeare Company performances of It's
a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.
http://dixon.org
December 7-8, Children's Opera, "The Christmas
List", Opera Memphis.
$15 adult, $5 under 18. December 7 at 10 AM and 2 PM, December 8 at
3 PM and 5 PM.
Clark Opera Center, 6745 Wolf River Parkway (north end of Kirby).
phone 257-3100 or http://OperaMemphis.org
Sunday, December 8, 2013 - 6:00 PM - Handel's
Messiah
The Westminster singers will present Handel's Messiah
Second Presbyterian Church Sanctuary,
4055 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38111 - (901) 454-0034
December 8, 3 PM, Concert. The Prizm Ensemble, in
collaboration with the Memphis Chamber Music Society.
The concert will be held at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Larry
Duberstein at 4225 Walnut Grove, Memphis, TN.
Trio for Oboe, Bassoon and Piano by Francis Poulenc
Concert Piece for Bassoon and Piano by Raymond VunKannon
Piano Quartet in Eb Major by Franz Berwald
Sinfonia Concertante in Eb Major K.297b by W.A. Mozart
Thursday, December 12 - 7:30 PM - St. Anne Catholic
Church - Choral Music
The Adams Avenue Camerata, a men's vocal ensemble, presents an
evening of choral music.
From O Come Emanuel to Irvin Berlin's White Christmas.
Concert is FREE. Website: http://www.adamsavenuecamerata.org
or http://www.facebook.com/CamerataMemphis
St. Anne Catholic Church - 670 S Highland St, Memphis, TN 38111
December 13, Friday, 7:30 PM. Balmoral Chamber Orchestra,
Balmoral Presbyterian Church. An outstanding orchestra, many
are university students. Free, there is a collection basket
available for donations for the hungry. Works by Leroy
Anderson, Ralph Vaughn Williams, Koichi Sugiyama, Ellen Story.
Featured artists Normal Blakely, Mark Woodring, Stephen Incata
(Trumpet). Zachary McCoy, Music Director. Fun for the Whole Family,
"A Holiday for Memphis".
December 14 and 15 - a wealth of musical events,
see the weekly
newsletter at
http://memphisirg.org/Allegro_Concerts_List.html
December 13-14. Visiting Scholar at Anshei Sphard Synagogue.
Rabbi Moshe Taragin. Service Friday 4:20 pm followed by dinner
at 5:45, $20 for dinner ($10 kids 12 and under) RSVP 682-1611 by Dec
10. Sermon "Buried in History" at 10:30 AM Saturday
morning (service starts at 8:30 AM but at orthodox synagogues
wandering in late is very acceptable). Saturday 3:45 PM class "The
Fall of Reuven", prayers at 4:30, informal meal at 4:50 with talk
"The Final Prayer of the Book of Genesis." (East Yates north
of Walnut Grove).
December 14 and 15, Salvation Army Kroc Center, 2
PM and 4 PM. Germantown Community Theatre performs The Lion,
The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Tickets $7 and $10.
Contact GCT box office at 901-937-3023 or http://www.gctcomeplay.org
Sunday, Dec 15, 12:00 PM. Visiting Speaker at Masjid
As-Salaam. Tony Blair's sister-in-law, who has
converted to Islam, will speak. Free. I expect here will be a chance
to contribute to a charity, but no uncomfortable pressure. Brief
prayers at noon, free lunch, then the talk. 1065 Stratford Rd., at
the foot of Covington Pike. Poster at
http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102207134857-205/2013-12-15-LaurenBooth-MSMPoster+333.pdf
December 15, 5 PM, Memphis Islamic Center goes to the Memphis
Grizzlies!
Tickets $50 at www.memphisislamiccenter.org/micnba
or call (901) 340-3344
Monday, Dec16, 7 PM. Visiting Speaker at Temple Israel. Rabbi
Gilad Kariv, Israel’s leading
Reform rabbi and the Executive Director of the Israeli Movement
for Reform and Progressive Judaism. A great deal more
information is at
http://timemphis.org/sites/default/files/Voice_Dec_2013
1.pdf
Monday Dec 16, 7 PM, Church of the Holy Communion .
Reflections on The Magnificat, Mary's hymn of praise,
followed by wine and cheese reception. (see address page) The
church newsletter is at
http://www.holycommunion.org/sites/259/uploaded/files/eComm_Dec_10.pdf
December 17, 11:30 - 4PM, Conference on Police Misconduct. Memphis
United, meeting at St Patrick's Church,
277 S 4th St.
https://www.facebook.com/events/778293645519411/
December 18, December 22, see the musical events listed
at
http://memphisirg.org/Allegro_Concerts_List.html
December 19, 6 - 9 PM, Holiday Party.
Mid-South Peace and Justice Center, Grow
Memphis, Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition,
Memphis Bus Riders Union/Sindicato de Pasajeros, and
H.O.P.E. (Homeless Organizing for Power and Equality) are
all converging at the MSP&J offices at 3573 Southern
Ave. to bring out the December cheer.
Saturday, Dec 21, 1 PM. Indian Cultural Center
and Temple, Sundarakanda Parayanam services.
Saturday, December 21, at 5:30 p.m.
Church of the Holy Communion. Longest Night Service,
intended for those
grieving a loss. Special prayers and Holy Communion are
offered, and the reality and pain of loss is
acknowledged with emphasis on the sure and certain hope
of the coming Christ.
November 1, Friday, 7:00 p.m.
A Collaborative Choral Evensong on All Saints’ Day,
, with a reception following, St. Mary’s Cathedral,
700 Poplar Ave.
The choirs of Calvary and St. Mary’s Cathedral will join
together to offer one of the most beautiful liturgies of the
Anglican tradition: the sung office of Evening Prayer,
otherwise known as Evensong. If you lost someone this year,
or if you find the simple human need to take a moment and
remember all the saints who once touched your life, this is
the day of the church year to do it: the Feast of All
Saints.
November 1, Free Outdoor movies in Overton Square's
brand new Tower Courtyard. 6:30 pm: Mel Brooks' comedy
masterpiece, Young Frankenstein, At 8:30 pm, FOX13
will present an episode from their new hit show, Sleepy
Hollow. At 9:30, we'll screen Tim Burton's Edward
Scissorhands. Some chairs provided but you may want to bring
your own. The Tower Courtyard is located on Trimble, just
behind Memphis Pizza Cafe and Golden India and right next to
Overton Square's new parking deck. (Notice from "Indie
Memphis")
It is now the start of Diwali (Deepavali), a
major Hindu and Jain holiday. See Nov 2 below.
November 2, Saturday, 7-10 PM. Brooks Museum, Day
of the Dead Party. About $50. http://brooksmuseum.org/ViewMail.aspx?p=c3h8g8978995e1GGFII&mmid=91D97833689c9eI8077
November 2, 9 PM. Indie Memphis Film Festival, Shakespeare's
Henry IV. The star and screenwriter will attend. http://Rhodes.edu/Shakespeare
Nov 2. Deepavali (Diwali) celebrations at Indian Cultural
Center and Temple. Prayers 5:30-7:30 PM, fireworks
7:30, refreshments. From Wikipedia, in part: "For Hindus,
Diwali is one of the most important festivals of the year
and is celebrated in families by performing traditional
activities together in their homes. For Jains, Diwali marks the attainment of
moksha or nirvana by Mahavira in 527 BC.[6][7]
Arya Samajists, celebrate this day
as Death Anniversary of Swami Dayanand
Saraswati. They also celebrate this day as Shardiya
Nav-Shasyeshti."
November 3, 2 PM, benefit concert for Wings Cancer
Foundation of Memphis. Suggested minimum
donation $15, tax deductible. Steve Katz organizes
this at Amro Music (2918 Poplar, concert entrance at rear.)
Features Carrie Folks Strang (country Music, former Miss
Tennessee), Aryeh Samberg, and several others. (Aryeh
Samberg of Anshei Sphard was recently elected co-president
of the association of orthodox Jewish Cantors, the first
cantor from outside New York to hold that post.)
November 3, 2 PM-5 PM, Kids day at Clark Opera
Memphis Center (Humphries Blvd, north end of
Kirby.) Free 30-minute opera for kids at 2:30 and 4
PM. Pony rides, Arts and Crafts, etc., all free
(refreshments available, you may have to pay if you want
them.)
November 3, Sunday, Rhodes Mastersingers Chorale,
3:30 PM Cannon Center
April 25, Friday, Rhodes Mastersingers Chorale, Bartlett
United Methodist Church.
Info expected to appear, possibly at
November 3, Sunday, 4 PM. Piano Concert at
Lindenwood to benefit Church Health Center.
Acclaimed pianist Chris Nemec, at Lindenwood Christian
Church in Memphis. Tickets are $15, call 901-458-1652.
November 4, Monday 2013 - Facing History and
Ourselves, annual fundraising dinner. Usually
one of the very best speakers of the year. Flier at
http://memphisirg.org/FacingHistory2013Dinner.pdf
November 4, Temple Israel. 6:45 PM Alan Dershowitz, Live
Video from NY 92nd St. Y, interviewed by author Jeffrey
Toobin.
November 5, 7 PM, Lecture, "The Beloved Community and
the Mystical Body of Christ." (The theological
foundations of Martin Lutrher King and the Civil Rights
Movement.) Dr. M. Shawn Copeland. Christian Brothers
University, University Theater, 650 East Parkway South (enter
from Central). Free, open to all.
Nov 5, Tuesday, Dinner of Abrahamic Traditions, 6
PM reception, 6:30 dinner, 7:00 presentations. Free, Light
supper. At Raindrop Turkish House, 5681 Quince Rd, Memphis
38119 (east of White Station, near the expressway.) "Prophet
Abraham in Our Faith." Rev Dr. Herbert Lester, Asbury
United Methodist; Rabbi Cantor David Julian of Or Chadesh
Conservative Synagogue, Asst. Prof Mehmet Kocak of Univ.
of Tenn. email memphis@turkishhouse.org, or call
590-3256. Flier at
http://memphisirg.org/Raindrop_Dinner_Flyer_2013.jpg
November 6, 2nd Wednesday, 6-7:30 PM. Monthly general
meeting of the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center, 3573
Southern Ave. http://www.midsouthpeace.org/
Nov 6, 13, 20, 7 PM: Lectures celebrating the 60th
anniversary of the discovery of DNA, University of
Memphis, Marcus Orr Lecture Series, Nov 6: The Birth of Genetics,
Univ. Center Theater. Nov 13: The discovery of the double
helix, Univ Center Ballroom. Nov 20: Genomics and the century of
biology, Univ Center Theater.
Nov 6, Church of the Holy Communion, Walnut Grove between
Perkins. 5:30 PM Catfish fry dinner, 6:30 PM talk and discussion
of theological underpinnings of the Civil Rights
movement.
Nov 6, ($99 fee) six Wednesday evenings 7-8:30 PM. Course
on "Life in The Balance", traditional Jewish medical ethics.
CLE approved in Tennessee. Chabad Lubavitch of Tennessee,
2570 Kirby Parkway. Info 901-754-0404. I mention this course
since people might like to know that discussions of this sort go
on. It will address fairly hard technical questions (may a woman
with multiple-fetus pregnancy choose to abort some fetuses to
possibly save the lives of others?) from a very orthodox Jewish
perspective. While some values are common to the Abrahamic
faiths (Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath? Yes - health outranks
most other rules) some areas to have differences. Early
Jewish sources took what we might consider today a
"stand-your-ground" rule on some questions, e.g. permitting
abortion to save the life of the pregnant woman. But what are the
Jewish rules of today and how do they play out in practical hard
cases?
http://www.myjli.com/index.html?task=courses_detail&cid=1024
November 7, 6 PM. Prayer Vigil associated with a labor
dispute. The e-mail said"We will be having a prayer
vigil on Thursday November 07, 2013. I am attaching the flyers so
that you can help us spread the word. If you have a congregation
that can help us distribute flyers for the event and the
fact sheet that BCTGM Local 252G (Bakers, Confectionery, Tobacco
Workers & Grain Millers) have prepared for us to share with
our members." Corner of N. Airways and Dunn Avenue (in front of
Kellogg’s). According to the union handout, the issue is a lockout:
an attempt by Kellogg's to make working conditions or wages less
good. Further detail call
the local union office at (901) 603-8296.
November 7, Thursday, reception
5:30, lecture 6 PM. Marcus Orr Lecture, U of Memphis, University
Center Theater. Peter Dauvergue, "Eco Business - A Big
Brand Takeover of Sustainability." (How Walmart, Coca-Cola,
McDonalds, etc., act towards sustainability.)
November 7, 7 PM. Movie, "The Invisible War",
documentary about sexual assault in the US Military. Sponsored by
AAUW. (American Association of University Women). Pay what you can,
$10 suggested. Studio on the Square, 2105 Court Ave. at Overton
Square, RSVP is helpful at AAUWTN@gmail.com
November 8 - 10, Friday-Sunday, Donald Davis Storytelling
Festival at Balmoral Presbyterian Church. Poster
at http://Memphisirg.org/Davis2013.jpg
Nov 8 7:30 PM at Temple Israel - First Baptist Church, Poplar and
Parkway, has two great interfaith events lined up with Temple Israel
this weekend. Fri., Nov. 8 join us at Temple Israel for a joint
Ruach/Modern Vespers service at 7:30 p.m. On Sun., Nov.
10 Rabbi Micah Greenstein will address the state of interfaith
conversation IN Memphis and the state of interfaith engagement FOR
Memphis in a joint Sunday School session at 9:30 am in Fellowship
Hall. To come to either or both events, contact the church office.
Nov 9, 12th Annual Sierra Club Environmental Justice
Conference. "Our Fragile Balance: Seeking
Environmental Justice." 90 AM - 2:30 PM. Lindenwood Christian
Church, 2400 Union at East Parkway. Free. Register by Nov 5 email to
rita.harris@sierraclub.org
901-324-7757. (send name,address, phone, e-mail address,
organizational or business affiliation, school if a student, meat or
veggie for lunch) . The conference brochure is now on-line at
http://www.sierraclub.org/ej/downloads/2013-Memphis-Conference-Brochure.pdf
Nov 9, event in Jewish Literary and Cultural Festival,
Jewish Community Center. Events Oct 3 -
Nov 19.
Nov 9, 7 PM, comedian Dan Zevin. Dessert included, $15($13
members).
Nov 9 and following - fundraising events for Porter-Leath,
a major local charity assisting children and families. The website
is http://porterleath.org/.
For adults, a wine-tasting event on Nov 13, 5:30-8 PM,
Memphis Botanic Gardens, Call Angela at (901) 577-2500 ext. 1119 to
order tickets.
For the whole family, the 1st Annual iPark Popsicle Plunge
for Porter-Leath on Nov 9th-10th and Nov 16th -17th. The $25
entry fee gets you admission to water park, free refreshments and of
course...popsicles! If you make it down all 3 slides, you'll even
get a cool commemorative t-shirt for supporting of our first
"plunge" at this event. For ticket information, call (901) 860-3328.
Details at http://porterleath.org/events.aspx?mode=spg&spid=30&pid=16
Nov 9 -10, fundraising events that benefit the Memphis
Theological Seminary. Link is here.
Eat on Nov 10 at Grawemeyer's Restaurant, 520 South Main, or
attend the Arts and Antiques Arcade at Str. George's Church,
Germantown. 2425 S Germantown Rd, Sat 10-6, Sunday 12-5, $10
admission.
Nov 10, Sunday 9:30 AM, First Baptist Church Poplar
and Parkway, Rabbi Micah Greenstein will address the state
of interfaith conversation IN Memphis and the state of
interfaith engagement FOR Memphis in a joint Sunday School
session at 9:30 am in Fellowship Hall. To come to either
or both events, contact the church office.
Nov 10, Sunday, Events at
Memphis Islamic Center. (see
our address page)
It is the start of the Islamic Year 1435 and the end of the
season of pilgrimages to Mecca. There will be a potluck lunch at
11:30 AM in honor of the people returning from the Hajj,
followed by a 2 PM lecture by Yasir Qadhi on "The Battle of
Karbala", an important episode in early Muslim history. A
wonderful opportunity to visit socially with our Muslim
community and learn more about them. Non-Muslims can come
without food (there will be plenty), bring fruit, or check with
Sister Naseem Khan at (901) 754-0370.
November 10, Sunday 2 - 4 PM. Talk by Eboo Patel, a
major national figure in leading youth interfaith work and an
excellent speaker. Memphis Main Public Library/Benjamin
Hooks Library (located on 3030 Poplar Av.) is hosting Eboo
Patel to talk about his book "Acts of Faith". There
will be a panel discussion after the talk. Open invitation
and light refreshments are served .
November 10, Sunday, 3-6 PM. Music and
song in Hinduism - A Banasi Perspective. Indian
Cultural Center and Temple, Eads (see address page for directions).
Free. Sample music at http://www.vinodbhardwaj.com
Seasonal data: The 10th day of the lunar month
of Muharram on the Muslim Calendar falls on Nov 14 this year. The
"Day of Ashura". For Sunni Muslims, it celebrates the freedom of the
Jews from Egypt, comparable to the Jewish holiday of Passover. It is
an optional fast day, possibly because it falls on the tenth day of
the lunar new year which is a fast day for the Jews (Yom
Kippur). For Shi'a Muslims it is a day of mourning for the
martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali, the grandson of Muhammad at the Battle
of Karbala. It is a public holiday in India. The article in
Wikipedia is helpful, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Day_of_Ashura
"Break the fast" refreshments at Masjid As-Salaam, Stratford and
McCrory (foot of Covington Pike) at sunset Wednesday and Thursday;
visitors welcome. (Some years this has been a cup of soup, some
years a full meal, I'm not sure this year.)
Nov. 13: Rhodes College, Darrin McMahon, “Divine Fury: A History of
Genius,” McCallum Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center at 6 p.m. (5:30
p.m. reception)
McMahon will draw on his new book Divine Fury: A History of Genius
to discuss what Europeans in the 19th and early 20th centuries
described as “the religion of genius.”
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/26846.asp
November 15, Friday 1 PM. Fifty Years Later: The State of Racism in
America. This is a live forum in Jackson, Mississippi, with
simultaneous live viewing at the Buckman Theatre, St. Mary's School,
corner of Walnut Grove and Perkins Extended. Episcopal Presiding
Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will present the keynote
address. Post-forum discussion in Memphis will be facilitated
by Dr. Stephen Haynes, Professor of Religious Studies at Rhodes
College and author of The Last Segregated Hour, and Dr. Andre
Johnson, the Dr. James L. Netters Associate Professor of Rhetoric
& Religion and African-American Studies at Memphis Theological
Seminary.
Saturday Nov 16, 5:30 PM. Special religious events at the Indian
Cultural Center and Temple, Eads. "Deepotsavam Maha
Satyanarayana Pooja" - I need to recruit someone who can help
explain some of these things, or do more research myself. I
hoipe to find out more to put here...
Saturday, November 16th, 2013. Treatment of and Rights of the
Homeless.
H.O.P.E.'s Street Watch Initiative will be hosting its 6th Know Your
Rights Workshop: Saturday,Nov 16th at the Memphis Center for
Independent Living. 1633 Madison Ave. 2:30-4:30pm. "What are my
rights? How do I assert my rights when I encounter Police? How do I
file a compliant?" We want you to know!
Saturday, November 16. Police Relations with Community. Latino
Community Forum. Saturday, November 16th, 1:30 - 4p
El Mercadito de Memphis, 3766 Ridgeway (southeast corner of
Winchester)
CPR Coordinator: Melisa Miller-Monie, melissa@midsouthpeace.org
Nov 17, Sunday. Anniversary of Circle of Faith. This
is a Black church which (along with a Korean Church) shares the
building of Balmoral Presbyterian. Celebrating their anniversary in
the building, they will have a dinner 12-1:30, followed by a special
service at 2 PM with a talk by Colonzo Hubbard, who is a special
favorite of ours as founder-director of Emmanuel Episcopal, a
program for inner-city school kids. (http://eecmemphis.org/ )
November 17, Sunday, 1 PM. Town Hall Meeting - Room at the
Inn.Watch this video from Channel 5 News to learn
more about the current issues faced by Room in the Inn. http://www.wmctv.com/global/story.asp?s=23793240
Trinity United Methodist church wants to provide limited occasional
overnight housing for a few homeless people. This will require the
City Council to change a zoning rule. The church invites all to a
meeting to discuss this, at the church education building, 1738
Galloway (corner of Evergreen).
Nov 17, 4 -6 PM. United Prayers for World Peace.
St Francis Hospital, 5959 Park Ave., in the Longinotti
Auditorium. Multicultural songs and prayers for world peace.
This is a very unusual event because it will have participants many
of us don't usually meet, including leading representatives of the
local Hindu, Buddhist, and Sikh communities. Further info and
contact info on the poster at http://MemphisIRG.org/Nov2013Prayers.JPG
Nov 17, 5 PM, Memorizing the Koran. There will be
a ceremony honoring an 8-year-old who has finished memorizing the
entire Quran, at Masjid Al-Noor, the mosque at 3529 Mynders.
Dinner following. Free, open to all. See also Nov 19 on the same
general subject.
Nov 17, 6 PM Breaking Bread Church of the Holy
Spirit 2300 Hickory Crest Dr.
(reported for the record, mainly) Church of the Holy Spirit hosts
Temple Israel members interested in being a part of an ongoing
interfaith dialogue when Rabbi Katie Bauman presents Facing
Change with Courage: Our Common Challenge. Dinner is free, but
reservations are required. RSVP online or e-mail JoAnne O’Brien
Scott at Holy Spirit.
Nov 17, 7:30 PM Artist Ascending Concert Series
presents Richmond Symphony violinist Ellen Cockerham at Baron Hirsch
Synagogue 400 South Yates Road Admission is free. Sonatas by
Brahms, Debussy, and Mozart, excerpts from the Bach Concerto for Two
Violins in D minor, and, by pianist Daniel Stipe, a performance of
Chopin’s Scherzo in B-flat minor. Also a chace to see this
interesting OIrthodox Synagogue if you have never visited.
November 18, Monday, 6 PM, League of Women Voters (public
meeting, open to all, not restricted to women. Come socialize from
5:30). Main (Benjamin Hooks) Library, turn left inside the front
doors. Have you been wondering about the proposed local tax
increase to fund Pre-K education? Are you for it? Against it?
(Election Nov 21, early voting already open)
Plan to attend our public meeting at the main library on November
18th at 6pm. Barbara Prescott and Rev. Kenneth Whalum will discuss
the pro and con views of this issue and will also answer questions.
Nov 19, 6-8:30 PM, Film about Islam, University of Memphis,
University Center, Bluffs Room.
The U of M Library along with CBU Library and
The Memphis Public Libraries in association with the
Muslim Students Association at U of M (and other sponsors) are
hosting an HBO documentary titled "Koran by Heart". This is
an engaging documentary
focusing on the 2010 edition of the annual Egyptian
contest known as the International Holy Koran Comptetion
held in Cairo, one of the oldest and most prestigious
competitions of its kind. The film follows three
remarkable 10-year-olds in their journey to the final
stages of the competition. In the backdrop of the holy
month of Ramadan and the various concerns and struggles
the children and their families have in honoring their
countries, cultures and faith, Koran by Heart offers
viewers a nuanced glimpse into the world of Koran-reciting
competitions. These involve the memorization and
recitation of the 600-page holy Koran by competitors, many
of whom are young children and do not speak the Arabic
language. Directed by Sergio Baker, also known for
directing the HBO documentary Sergio.
November 19 Tuesday - Community/Police Relations. LGBTQ
Community Forum 6 - 8p (5:30 sign-in) Holy
Trinity Community Church, 685 South Highland Street
CPR Coordinator: Melisa Miller-Monie, melissa@midsouthpeace.org
"The CPR Team- Bridging the Gap between Community and Police
Relations: Mid-South Peace and Justice Center, Community Leaders,
Memphis Police Department, Shelby County Sheriff's Department,
Playback Memphis, and a third party facilitator."
November 19, Tuesday, Temple Israel. 7 PM. Israeli political
writer Ari Shavit, Live Video from NY 92nd St. Y,
interviewed by New Yorker Editor David Remnick.
Nov 19, Tuesday, 7 PM. Habitat for Humanity. 30th
Anniversary Celebration. Memphis Botanic Garden. Fundraiser,
$30 /person, business attire. RSVP http://www.MemphisHabitat.com
Nov 20, Wednesday. 7:30 PM. Movie about genetically modified
foods. Studio on the Square (2105 Court Avenue). $8 /
$6 for Seniors. Free for Indie Memphis members and Students with
valid ID. The film is "GMO-OMG", The director will be present for
discussion. Description of film at http://www.gmofilm.com/
November 21, Special Election in Memphis. Will the
voters approve a one-half percent sales tax hike to support
enlargement of pre-K education? Early voting allowed now at 157 Poplar Ave. satellite early voting will begin
Nov. 12 and run through Nov. 16. Click here for a list of early voting
locations (link updated 11/05).
Sample ballot etc at http://www.shelbyvote.com/index.aspx?NID=174.
This will be the topic of the next League of Women Voters meeting on
Nov 18.
November 21, Thursday, reception 5:30,
lecture 6 PM. Marcus Orr Lecture, U of Memphis, University
Center Theater. Achsah Guibbory,
"British Israelism: Three Centuries of a Forgotten History."
(Britain viewing itself as the "chosen people")
Nov 23, Saturday, Noon-3 PM, Annual Meeting of the Midsouth
Peace and Justice Center, First Congregational Church,
Conference Center and Deck :: 1000 S. Cooper St.. Cookout
lunch, music, meet the staff, future plans.
Nov 23: 10AM - 1 PM Returning Home: Voices on
Repatriation. A conference Presented by the Museum
Studies Student Association Sponsored by the Art Museum
University of Memphis with C.H. Nash Museum at
Chucalissa.
U of Memphis Art & Communication Building (ACB) 310, Central Ave
west of the Theatre building. Free and open to the public. Light
refreshments. Presentations on problems dealing with art
objects that might approriately be returned to their countries of
origin. An Ethiopian manuscript on display at the U of M art
museum; an Egyptian sarcophagus; Australian aboriginal
artifacts.
Nov 23-24 Eroica Ensemble Free
concerts
Saturday, November 23, 2013, 7:30PM First Congregational Church 1000
S. Cooper St.
Sunday, November 24, 2013, 3:00PM Temple Israel 1376 E
Massey Rd.
Mendelssohn: Overture to Ruy blas
Mendelssohn: Concerto for Violin and
Orchestra
Saeka Matsuyama Archibald, violin
Shostakovich: Symphony No. 9
Glinka: Overture to Ruslan and
Ludmilla
November 26, Tuesday. Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, 7 PM.
Presbyterian, Methodist, Catholic, Jewish, who else? joint service,
hosted this year at Temple Israel.
November 29, Friday. New Imam Candidate (for Masjid
Ar-Rahman) will be at Masjid Al-Noor, 3529 Mynders (near the
University of Memphis). Sermon at the 1:15 PM service, dinner and
lecture at 6:30 PM. Have you ever watched a church or
synagogue looking over a candidate for Pastor or Rabbi? You
are welcome to come see how the process works at a mosque.
Until Oct 10: The current exhibit at the Ross Gallery, Lower
Level of the Plough Library, Christian Brothers University, is
"Fabricated Fiori", fabric based paintings and collage by Phyllis
Boger and Constance Grayson.
http://www.cbu.edu/gallery
October 1 - a major workshop for educators by
Facing History and Ourselves. The fall lineup includes
Holocaust and Human Behavior Workshop – October 1-October 2, 2013
Student/Parent Teach-In – October 3, 2013
Civil Rights Workshop – October 22-23, 2013
The major fundraising dinner, one of the most important
Memphis events, will be November 4, 2013
http://www.facinghistory.org/offices/memphis
Thursday, October 3 "Feed the Soul" Fundraiser
for MIFA, $45. 6 to 10 p.m. The Warehouse, 36
East G.E. Patterson. http://www.mifa.org/feedthesoul
Featured entertainment and activities include Trio Plus, Marcela
Pinilla & Joe Restivo, Stan "The Bellringer" Bell of V101,
Laurelwood Freeze Models, green carpet photos, oxygen bars, cigars
and bourbon, a raffle with fantastic prizes, and much more!
October 3, "The Spirituality of Eating", at St. John's United
Methodist Church.
1207 Peabody Ave. Please join the Memphis
Center for Food and Faith and our host St. John's United
Methodist Church for a single evening at the intersections of
food and faith, featuring prominent Duke theologian Norman
Wirzba, Mid-South farmers, and a panel of Memphis food and faith
thought leaders.
A reception will begin at 6PM featuring light hors d'oeuvres of
local fare, entertainment and fellowship. Keynote and panel will
begin at 7PM.
Contact studdardsara@gmail.com with questions and to
register. (Since they are cooking local food,
preregistartion is a big help)
Childcare Provided. Infant to 5 years old.
Thursday, October 3, opening of Jewish Literary
and Cultural Festival, Jewish Community Center. Events
Oct 3 - Nov 19.
Oct 3, Luncheon and talk with a authors of books focusing
on women's shoes, but the real issue is how women can empower
women. $36, October 3 at 11:30 AM.
October 11-16, Israeli artists show, tapestries, lithographs,
jewelry, etc.. Opening reception October 13 2-4 PM.
October 15, 7 PM, talk by Marcia Clark, author of murder
mysteries, $20 ($15 for MJCC Members).
Nov 9, 7 PM, comedian Dan Zevin. Dessert included, $15($13
members).
More to follow.
October 4, 7:30-9AM Barrister's Breakfast at Calvary Episcopal
Church,
All proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
October 4, Friday, 6-9 PM, Meditation workshop, Temple
of the Sacred Gift, Bartlett.
https://www.facebook.com/TempleOfTheSacredGift
October 5, 4 PM, Blessing of the Pets
(Calvary Episcopal). Blessing of the Animals at the
pavilion next to Overton Bark at Overton Park, beginning at 4:00
p.m. on Saturday, October 5. Bring dogs, cats, hamsters, horses,
teddy bears, and everything in-between for a joyous service of
praise and thanksgiving for all ages.
October 5, Chili Cook-Off to benefit the Exceptional Foundation.
(For people with intellectual disabilities).
1780 Moriah Woods Blvd. (near White Station and Mt.
Moriah) http://efwtn.org
I gather it costs $10 to be admitted and taste the
samples. 11 AM - 3 PM.
October 6, Sunday, 10-2:30, Free Community Health Fair at
Masjid As-Salaam, 1026 Stratford Road (the foot of Covington
Pike). Blood pressure, diabetes, flu shots, dental exam for
kids. Open to all.
October 6, Sunday, 3:30 PM, program of Indian Music at the
Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads. (directions
on our address page here
, about a half hour drive from midtown). http://icctmemphis.org. This is
part of an ongoing celebration Oct 4 - 13 with many interesting
prayer services but non-Hindus may prefer visiting a concert rather
than a prayer service.
October 6, Sunday, 7 PM Concert at Calvary Episcopal Church. free,
$10 donation suggested. Germantown Symphony and Memphis Men's
and Women's Chorales,
"Poetry on Music Wings" with words of Frost, Kipling, Tennyson,
Shakespeare, Dickenson, etc.
Explanation posted October 8, 2013: It is is
a busy season for several faiths right now. Muslims are in the
ten days leading up to Eid El-Adha, the Festival of the
Sacrifice, the most major Muslim holiday. It commemorates the
willingness of the prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his
young first-born son Ismail (Ishmael) as an act of submission
to God's command and his son's acceptance to being sacrificed,
before God intervened to provide Abraham with a lamb to
sacrifice instead. It begins Monday evening October 14
and ends Tuesday evening October 15. Since crowds at the
Tuesday morning service will far exceed the capacity of local
mosques (including the social halls, which tend to be crowded
with overflow worshipers this week) the main service will be
held in The Cook Convention Center at 9 AM Tuesday. The
festival is on the tenth day of the lunar month of Dhul
Hijjah and during the ten days there is special value to good
deeds and fasting, much as in the ten days leading to Yom
Kippur (the day of atonement) for the Jews or the period of
Lent for the Christians.
By a coincidence of calendar, these ten days this year
coincide with the Hindu occasion of Navaratri and
Brahmotsavam Celebrations, October 4th to 13th, nine nights
and ten days. During the nine nights, nine forms of
Shakti/Devi are worshiped. The tenth day is commonly referred
to as Vijayadashami or "Dussehra." The first word "victory on
the tenth" refers to the tenth day of the lunar month; the
second refers to "the removal of ten", referring to Lord
Rama's victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravana.
Unlike the Muslim holiday which migrates seasonally due to the
Muslim lunar year, the Hindu holiday is also a harvest
holiday. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vijayadashami
There are numerous services each day at the Indian center in
Eads, about a half hour drive from mid-town Memphis.
Schedules at https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/Events_NavaratriCelebrations
Directions at http://memphisirg.org/addresses.html
October 10, Thursday,
reception 5:30, lecture 6 PM. Marcus Orr Lecture, U of
Memphis, University Center Theater. Robert Darnton,
"Digitize and Democratize: Libraries, Books, and the
Digital Future."
October 11, Rhodes College, Symposium
on Shakespeare and the Book,
Blount
Auditorium, Buckman Hall at 9 a.m. (8:30 a.m. coffee)
Lukas Erne of the University of Geneva will
present “Disseminating Printed Shakespeare in Early Modern
England,” and Michael Witmore of the Folger Shakespeare
Library will present “Writing Literary and Cultural History
at the Level of the Sentence.”
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/26846.asp
October
11, 7 PM St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral Silent
Movie: The General
One
of the country's premier concert and theater organists,
Walt Strony will take the console of the St. Mary's pipe
organ to accompany the critically-acclaimed 1926 silent
film, The General, starring Buster Keaton. Come and
laugh, cry, hoot, and holler at the movie screen as the
Cathedral is transformed into a 1920's movie
palace! Free
concert. Snacks and drinks available for purchase.
October 11, Friday, 7:30 PM. Memphis Symphony
at Lindenwood Christian Church,
October 11,
Figaro to Carmen, a night of Opera
February 7, Peter and the Wolf (+more, children's concert)
March 28, Mendelssohn, Stravinsky, Haydn.
http://www.memphissymphony.org/classicaccents
Base price is $39 - half if you subscribe, $5 for students.
901-537-2525
October 12, Saturday, 10 AM. "A day of prayer
for all men", Progressive
Missionary Baptist Church, 394 Vance Ave.. Light
refreshments.
October 12, 2-4:30 PM. Foreign Film at the Brooks Museum.
Aquí
y Allá
Mexican.
Spanish and Nahuatl
with English subtitles. $8
http://www.brooksmuseum.org/events#category=9055
(No, we
don't list all the foreign films at the Brooks here. This
seems to be related to the immigrant experience.)
October 13, Sunday 9:15 AM. Discussion of Just War Theory
at Temple Israel. I
tend not to list Sunday morning programs here, as for so
many people it is Church time. Temple Israel has regular
Sunday discussion groups: Discussion of Jewish short
stories,. 9:15-10:15 AM, a Career transition group at 9:30
AM, Lesser Known Bible Stories ("The mothers and
fathers they never told you about" 11 AM-noon. I
mention these now since on October 13, 9:15-10:15 AM,
visiting scholar Dr. Rachel Havrelock of Univ. of
Illinois/Chicago will lead a discussion of when war is
justified and how Biblical ideas might inform war and peace
in our own times.
October 13, Sunday, all afternoon, the Kosher Barbeque
contest at
Anshei Sphard Synagogue, East
Yates north of Walnut Grove. A wonderful party and the
prizes won by the Muslim teams have gotten national
coverage. (Beef and chicken rather than pork, naturally.)
October 14, Monday. League of Women Voters. "Attacks on
Voting Rights". Benjamin
Hooks Library, Free
reception with light refreshments, 5 PM,
program at 6 PM. The National President of the League of
Women Voters will discuss the present state of voting rights
in the US. Note: The League has a good flier on when and
where to register to vote, who can register, and a schedule of
upcoming elections. Ask us (admin@memphisirg.org)
if you'd like a copy.
October 15 Tuesday 9 AM. Muslim
celebration of Eid Al-Adha, Cook Convention Center.
October 15, Tuesday, 6-8 PM. Book signing, reading
and discussion at 6:30,
Discussion of the novel "Wash" with the author Margaret
Wrinkle. Wash reexamines slavery in ways that confound
contemporary assumptions about race, history and power as it
carries the reader from the American South to West Africa
and deep into the ancestral stories that reside in the soul.
Crosstown Arts, 430 N. Cleveland, Memphis, TN 38104
October 17, Thursday, 8 AM- 1 PM. 12th Annual Faith
and Health Conference for Clergy and Congregational
Leaders. Church Health Center.
The Affordable Care Act.
Church
Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Avenue | Memphis, TN
38104 (Complimentary breakfast and lunch will be served.
Breakfast begins at 7:30 AM.)A major conference, expertly
put together, on
what the health care act means for you and your congregation and
your community. If
your clergy cannot get to this, send a representative
(elder, deacon, vestry or board member...)
Free but preregistration required. http://churchhealthcenter.org
Register at
http://churchhealthcenter.org/faithhealthseries
October 17, noon. Memphis Jewish Community Center, lunch
briefing by Israeli economist/Journalist Pinchas
Landau
Israel's
Economy: 2013 and Beyond.
The cost of the luncheon seminar is $15.00 which includes a
kosher box lunch. Pre-registration is required info
767-7100. To register
please click here.
October 18-19, Friday-Saturday. The Gandhi-King
Conference. Youth programs Friday, adult programs
Saturday. A
major annual Memphis event and a major part of the
interfaith year in Memphis.
http://www.gandhikingconference.org/
Plenary Speakers Medea Benjamin (CodePink Women for
Peace) and Jaribu Hill (MS Workers Center).
Saturday
afternoon, David Waters of the Commercial Appeal will
chair a panel on the interfaith environment in Memphis.
Registration for the
main conference (sliding scale fee) is at
http://www.gandhikingconference.org/register
And/or sign up now for the youth conference
at bridgesusa.org/gkyc
($20)
October 18, Friday 5:30-7:30 PM. Opening reception, "Four Women:
For Art's Sake" Exhibit at Ross Gallery,
Plough Library, Christian Brothers University. Exhibit dates are
October 18-December 12. 901-321-3432, http://www.cbu.edu/gallery
Saturday, October 19, 10:00 am-2:00 pm
an Organizational Workshop on Voter Registration and
Voter Education.
The workshop is sponsored by the Workshop Committee of the Shelby
County Executive Committee, along with the Democratic Women of
Shelby County.
Place: IBEW Union Hall, 1870
Madison Ave
October 19, Saturday, 2 PM - 6:30 PM, Indian Cultural Center and
Temple,
Dharma and Yoga Fest commemorating Swami
Vivekanand on his 150th birth year. An
opportunity to meet and hear some of the major leaders of the
Memphis Indian (Hindu and Jain) community. The program focuses
on Vedantic philosophy of Dharma and four Yoga (Karma, Bhakti,
Raj and Jnan) and its applications in everyday life. Eminent
speakers are Dr. Prasad Duggirala, Dr. Srinath Bellur, Dr.
Sanjay Mishra, Ms Rajashree Kanetkar moderated by Dr. Manoj
Jain. The
schedule is at https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/event_Oct19
October 20, Sunday, 2 PM. Daniel Pearl Harmony for Humanity
Concert. Sponsored by Hillel, Facing History, etc.
Local Musicians. Annual award for fostering tolerance. Free,
open to all. Info e-mail hillelofmemphis@bellsouth.net
University Center Theatre, U of Memphis. The annual Daniel Pearl
Legacy Award will be given to Linda Marks, the Interfaith Officer at
MIFA and a mainstay of the Memphis interfaith community.
October 20, Sunday, 12-5PM Memphis Islamic Assn, Eid
Family Picnic at Shelby Farms, between the
Visitor Center and the Lake. All welcome. Food plate $2,
drinks $1, bring a blanket or chairs. The flier is at
http://origin.library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102207134857-190/eid+picnic+banner+v4+oldai+otl.pdf
October 20, 4:00-5:30 PM, Historical Exhibit and Reception - 18
years of the Jewish Foundation of Memphis. Shainberg
Art Gallery, Memphis Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar. Free.
RSVP jfom@jewishfoundationofmemphis.org, 901-374-0400
October 22 - a major workshop for
educators by Facing History and
Ourselves.
Civil Rights Workshop – October 22-23, 2013
8 AM-3 PM at Christian Brothers University.
Register at http://www2.facinghistory.org/Campus/Events.nsf/HTMLProfessionalDevelopment/549D6DE320965A6085257B1E00663B96?Opendocument
The major
fundraising dinner, one of the most important Memphis events,
will be November 4, 2013 http://www.facinghistory.org/offices/memphis
October
22. Healthy Memphis Common Table - Anniversary Celebration.
(Fundraiser) http://www.healthymemphis.org/index.php?page=anniversary-celebration
October 22, Prizm Ensemble concert.
7:30-9:30 PM Shady Grove Presbyterian Church. 5530
Shady Grove Rd, corner of Yates Rd. $10, $5 for
students.
October 22, Tuesday 7 PM Temple Israel. Discussion
series starts.
Jewish Responses to Ethical Dilemmas: To tell the truth?
Later discussions: Dec 10, Tuesday, 7 PM:
Privacy. Jan 29, Weds. Noon:
Business
March 4, Tuesday, 7 PM: Family. April1,
Tuesday, 7 PM: Helping Others.
October 22, 7:30 PM, at Chabad (2670 Kirby Parkway)
.Rabbi Berel Wein, one of the major Orthodox Jewish educators,
will speak on Great Non-Jews in Jewish History (e.g.
Alexander the Great, Abdul Al Rahman, Jefferson,
Churchill. Free. all invited.
October 23,
Wednesday, 10 AM- 1 PM. Women's roundtable at the Church
Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union Ave Register to attend at churchhealthcenter.org
or call 901-259-4673. "Making the Most of Our Time and Our
Life" will focus on helping women prioritize their lives
based on the Church Health Center's Model for Healthy
Living.
October 23 and 30, Weds evenings, 6:30 PM discussion of
"Religious Faith and Secular Authority" at Holy Communion
Episcopal Church, Walnut Grove between Perkins.
http://www.holycommunion.org/events/
October 24, Rhodes College, J.
Baird Callicott, “Judeo-Christianity, Zen-Buddhism,
and Environmental Ethics,” Blount
Auditorium, Buckman Hall at 6 p.m. (5:30 p.m. reception)
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/26846.asp
October 24, Thursday, reception
5:30, lecture 6 PM. Marcus Orr Lecture, U of Memphis, University
Center Theater. Kevin Mumford, "Beyond the Closet:
Reinventing African-American Gay History, 1963-1988."
October 25 6 - 9 PM. Wall climbing at Bridges, $15. http://bridgesusa.org
October 25-27. Faith in Action Clean-Up. Mayor
Wharton has invited faith-based organizations to join a
massive community clean-up. Information 901-522-1135
October 26, 8 PM, Movie Night at Chabad. (Orthodox
Jewish organization)
Soup, Salad, Dessert, Movie, Discussion, Title "Fill the
Void", a major award-winning Israel film, raising
fascinating questions of orthodox Jewish family values.
Summary and details at http://www.jewishmemphis.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/2358476/jewish/Cafe-Chabad-Movie-Night.htm
2570 Kirby Parkway • Memphis, TN 38119-8206 • 901-754-0404
October 26-27, 9 AM - 4 PM Free Sanskritam classes
at the Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
This is a free introduction to the spoken language; weekly
classes will follow.
India Cultural Center and Temple, 12005 U.S. 64 Eads, TN
38028
Contact : Sabyasachee
Mishra Email
: hisabya@gmail.com
Fee : FREE Event
(registration mandatory)
Registration : Send
email to hisabya@gmail.com
October 27, Sunday. 10-11:30 AM. Temple Israel.
Sacred Conversations: Medical Decisions.
The first in a series of talks. This will be about the"Five
Wishes", medical planning and end-of-life planning. A
similar session will be Nov 12, 7-8:30 PM. More in
this series Feb 20-122, March 30, April 8.
Oct 30, Weds, 5 PM Lecture on health care (Use of the
new Federal Affordable Health Care Actinsurance) at the
Jewish Community Center. Johnathan Frisch. Free, open
to all. Info 761-0810 (J. Roberts)
October 30, Wednesday, Hallowe'en at Calvary
Episcopal Church downtown. Trick-or-treat in the
parking lot at 5:15 PM, party inside in the Great Hall at 6
PM. Admission one can of food for MIFA. Hotdogs, drinks,
chips $3 / person.
October 30, 7 PM, Lecture, "The Jerusalem Temple of
Herod the Great" Fogelman Executive Center,
room 136, Univ of Memphis. Sponsored by JudaicStudies at U
opf M and the Jewish Historical Society of Memphis and the
Mid-South. Open to all, free. Info 678-2919
Sept 6, 6:15 PM. Guest Speaker
Alan Lightman at the 6:15 PM service at Temple
Israel. Dr Lightman has been the moving force behind an important
education program for women in Cambodia and is an impressive
speaker.
Sept 7, 10 AM--?. Convoy of Hope,
Memphis Cook Convention Center. Free groceries, free
haircuts, job fair, etc. See http://midsouth.convoyoutreach.org/
Sept 7, Memphis Walk to end Alzheimers, free
registration, registration 8 am, walk at 9 am.
Shelby Farms Park. http://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk/TN-MidSouth?fr_id=3701&pg=entry
Sept 8, Joint Blood Drive, Memphis Islamic Center and
Heartsong Church. The cooperation between these
two groups, near the east end of Walnut Grove Road, is one of the
nationally recognized bright spots in the inter-religious
scene. Both places are well worth a visit. 8 AM - 4
PM If you can't donate, send a friend or relative. Please
contact akhan8588@gmail.com for more information or register online
at http://mic_heartsongblooddrive2013.youcanbook.me
Sept 7-8, Germantown Festival. http://www.germantownfest.com
Sun Sept 8 4-6 PM Temple Israel Museum.,
Opening reception for an exhibit of photography of Fred Kesselman.
Sept 14, Saturday, Noon to 7 PM, ICCT Ganesh Nimajjan,
a major one-day celebration at the Hindu Temple in Eads. https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/node
Sept 15. Holy Communion Church (Walnut Grove
between Perkins-s) has its Fall Picnic, following
the 10:30 AM worship service. Tickets
are $5 per person/$15 for family of three or more and
include fried chicken, baked beans, slaw, rolls and
beverages. Families with the last names A-G are asked to bring a
dessert; families with the last names H-Z are asked to bring a
side dish. Reservations 767-6987
Sept 15, Symphony outdoors at the Dixon Gallery &
Garden. A major event of the Memphis Fall. Gates
open 3 PM, performance at 5:00 PM. Adult $20, children $5. A
great way to introduce children to classical music. Bring a
picnic.
Sept 16, Monday, 6 PM, League of Women Voters.
Demystifying the Affordable Care Act. Main
Library, 3030 Poplar, Room C (turn left as you enter the
library) This issue has become so political that there is
littlke talk of what it actually means for the individual, Demystifying The Affordable Care Act From The
Patient's Perspective will feature Dr.
James E. Bailey, MD, MPH, FACP. Dr. Bailey is a Professor of
General Internal Medicine at the University of Tennessee
Health Science Center, Director, Center for Health
Systems Improvement and The Healthy City-Continuing
Health Education
Sept 6 and Sept 20, Wall Climbing. Bridges,
Open climb night, $15 to climb, free to watch. If you haven't
seen or climbed their indoor climbing wall, now is your chance.
(They also have rope climbing, $10.) It's also an opportunity
to see this interesting building, the site of so many important
programs for the youth of Memphis.
http://www.bridgesusa.org/calendar
477 North Fifth Street. Memphis, TN 38105
Sept 18
Wednesday evening, is the start of Sukkot, one of
the three major Jewish festivals. It celebrates the forty years in
Sinai between the Exodus and the arrival in Israel, and is also a
harvest festival. Many traditional Jewish families eat outdoors
during the 8 day holiday, in a temporary "booth." Temple
Israel (Reform) has a congregational dinner outdoors on Sept 18
(reservations at http://timemphis.org
, $8 adults) and other events such as a "blessing of the pets",
Tues, Sept 24, 6:15 PM. If you've ever been tempted to visit
a (relatively brief) Jewish prayer service, Weds Sept 16 at 6 PM
or Friday Sept 18 at 6 PM might be a good time.
Sept 21. A 5K Race benefiting
the Emmanuel Episcopal Center and "Shelby County Books from
Birth". Volunteers as well as participants wanted. Starts
and ends at Holy Communion Church, Walnut Grove between
Perkins-s. Includes a 400-meter dash for children 10 and under.
https://bookit5k.racesonline.com/?CFID=15991046&CFTOKEN=25292723
Sept 21. Interfaith service 11AM and potluck lunch at noon,
Lindenwood Christian Church, 2400 Union at Eastern
Parkway. Sponsored by the interfaith GBLTQ community and their
supporters.
Sept 21. Dance performance at the Indian Cultural Center and
Temple. 6 PM - 9 PM. A major dance exhibition by six
highly talented visually-impaired dancers. (And, of course, a
chance to visit this fascinating building for those who prefer
not to go there for a worship service.) Free, Donations
accepted
https://icctmemphis.org/icct/home/events_danceSept21
Sept 21. Dinner and lecture, Muslim Society of Memphis.
Dinner at 6:30, presentation at 7:30 on "Medical,
Social & Religious Aspects of Alcoholism"by
Dr.
Mohammad Moinuddin, Br. Younis Sherif & Imam Bilal
Malik, (Stratford Rd. Mosque,
Stratford and McCrory, at the foot of Covington Pike.)
Free, open to all. These are exceptionally qualified and
interesting speakers.
Sept 22, Sunday. "Sukkah Bounce". 11:30 AM -1:30 PM The
Jewish holiday of Sukkah is 8 days long and celebrates the 40
years in the wilderness. Picnics and the like are appropriate!
Temple Israel has its outdoor festival on Sunday - Moon bounces,
Hayride, burgers on the grill, and more.
Sept 22, 4 PM. Music group "Battlefield Band" at the Buckman (St
Mary's, Perkins extd. at Walnut Grove. Pipers, fiddlers,
etc.) $25 at door, $20 in advance at Laurelwood Booksellers.
Sept 23, Monday, 5 PM Sukkah-Fest at Chabad (an
orthodox Jewish organization, very open and welcoming.)
$10/person. Spaghetti and Meatball dinner (kosher), desserts,
cotton candy, sno cones, petting zoo, pony rides, etc.
RSVP Chabad@Jewishmemphis.com Walgreen's
flu shots available.
2570 Kirby Pkwy Memphis, TN 38119
(901) 754-0404
Sept 25, Conference on Health Care Delivery.
See http://www.healthymemphis.org/news.php?s=events
Sept 25, Wednesday. "City Serve" kickoff, Second Presbyterian
Church, Poplar and Goodlett. Regular weekly supper
5:15, program 6:15. see Sept 27-29. This
Wednesday evening program is primarily about early
childhood development issues, adoption and foster care, and
single parent families See http://www.2pc.org/article/cityserve-2013-september-27-29/
Sept 26-27 Simchas Torah. This
Jewish holiday marks the end of the annual cycle of reading the
Torah, ending with the last verses of Deuteronomy and starting
over with the first verses of Genesis. (This system makes for a
long reading every Saturday morning of what Christians would
call "the first reading" or equivalent.) Synagogues vary a
bit on when and how they celebrate this but lots of singing and
dancing are common. It is a great time to visit a traditional
synagogue.
Baron Hirsch Synagogue (driveway off Yates south of Shady
Grove) holds services at 7:30 PM Sept 26, lots of singing and
dancing with the Torah scrolls, translations provided.
Fried Chicken dinner follows at 8:30 (free). More elaborate
services Friday Sept 27, 9 -AM - 1:30 PM, lunch following ($5).
At Anshei Sphard, (East
Yates north of Walnut Grove) the Thursday singing starts at 6:45
PM with a childrens program for ages 3 to 7 before that.
Free dinner after services
Thursday Evening and free lunch after Friday morning services.
Sept 26, Thursday, Workshop on Human Trafficking, 9
AM to 3 PM, Balmoral Presbyterian Church. Leaders are Janeen
DiGuiseppi, in charge of the Human
Trafficking unit in the FBI office in Memphis, TN, and
Rev. Noelle Damico, on
the human trafficking roundtable, who coordinates human
trafficking awareness trainings for the Presbyterian Church (USA)
To register for this event, click here. or call Bonnie Blair at 901-752-0328
Sept 26, Thursday, Benjamin Hooks Institute Open House, Rose
Theatre, Univ. of Memphis. Reception 4:30, Panel at 5. "Civil
Rights at the Crossroads: Voting; Affirmative Action in Higher
Education; "Stand Your Ground Laws" and the Trayvon Martin
Tragedy."
Sept 26, Thursday, reception 5:30, lecture 6 PM. Marcus Orr
Lecture, U of Memphis, University Center Theater. Laurent
DuBois, "The Banjo: Routes, Roots, and Ideas about "America".
Sept 27-28, Plant Sale at Memphis Botanic Garden. 9AM-5PM.
Sept 27-29, Friday-Sunday, "City
Serve" Second
Presbyterian Church, Poplar and
Goodlett. The problems of youth in our city: early
childhood development and broken families, through age 18.
The 6:30 PM Friday program panel
includes the Shelby county superintendent of schools and the
superintendent of the "Tennessee
Achievement School District." A whole weekend of programs with
involvement from any other youth-based ministries.
http://www.2pc.org/article/cityserve-2013-september-27-29/
http://www.2pc.org/mission/mission-memphis/cityserve-2013/
Sept 28, Sole to Soul 5k to benefit
MIFA. Idlewild Presbyterian Church will host its 10th
annual Sole to Soul 5k, which will begin at 8 a.m. at Idlewild
(1750 Union Ave.) and end at the same location. Registration is
$17 in advance ($15 for members of Memphis Runners Track Club) and
$20 on the day of the race, and a portion of the proceeds will
benefit MIFA!
Info http://soletosoul5k.racesonline.com/?CFID=15778057&CFTOKEN=72379520
Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 12:00 PM to 2:00
PM. Memphis Islamic Center
is teaming up
with MIFA for "Muslim Meals on Wheels Day". Meet at
MIFA's Headquarters, located at 910 Vance Avenue, Memphis,
Tennessee 38126 at 12:00 PM SHARP.
Info (901)
231-9340.
Sept 28, Saturday: Big Scoop Ice Cream Festival benefiting
Ronald McDonald House of Memphis, Autozone Park, 11 AM-4 PM.
Tickets $7 online, $10 at gate.
http://rmhc-memphis.org/events
Sept 29, Sunday, Fundraising walk & Family outing, to
benefit Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, Mud Island Park (kids'
games, cotton candy, snow cones, etc.) Music, one mile walk on the
river model. Opens 1:30, walk starts 2:30 PM. http://cctakesteps.org
Sept 29, Sunday, 5-7 PM, Calvary Episcopal Church party/potluck
supper
at the Children's Museum. Bring children,
grandchildren, neighbor's kids, etc. Last
names beginning with A-J bring an entrée, last names K-T bring a
side dish, and U-Z bring a dessert. Calvary will provide the
drinks, plates, and silverware.
Sept 29, Sunday, 5:30 PM Choral Evensong and Eucharist. Church
of the Holy Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove Rd. An
exceptionally nice and musically pretty candlelight service.
Sept 30, Monday, reception 5:30, lecture 6:00. Rhodes College
Communities in Conversation. Leora
Batnitzky, “How Judaism Became a Religion,” McCallum
Ballroom, Bryan Campus Life Center. (Directions given at campus
entrance on University Ave.)
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/26846.asp
Note: I was very weak on updating things in August 2013 due to
vacation...
Jan 27- April 28, Exhibit at Temple Israel
Museum, cosponsored by Facing History.
The Art of Samuel Bak.
Jewish Artists?
Temple Israel's Judaica Shop wants to highlight work by
local Jewish artists during the coming year.
e-mail
sisterhoodgiftshop@timemphis.org if you
are an interested artist.
VOLUNTEERS
NEEDED. Ombudsmen for long-term care patients. MIFA,
the Metropolitan Interfaith Association, has a program
of providing Long-Term Care Ombudsmen. These people
visit nursing homes once a week to hear residents'
complaints, act as advocates for the residents, and
monitor the residents" quality of life, care, and
rights. All of us who have had a relative in such a
place knows how important this can be, and we also know
that it is important that the nursing homes,
assisted-living facilities, and residential care homes
be aware of cultural and religious differences, the
needs of immigrants, and the like. Volunteers must be at
least 21 years old, apply by June 7, 12 hours of
training June 18,19,20. Call Katie Earnest at
901-527-0208 ext 230. (NB. this was posted
before any expectation that Eunice would be,
temporarily, resident in such a home.)
Help with the MidSouth Greenprint Sustainability
Survey: Fill out the questionnaire at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/greenprint2
I'm having trouble keeping up lately. Let me remind you of a few
other resources that seem to keep current during the summer heat:
School for Servant Leadership
http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/EVENTS.html
which includes ongoing events:
Mondays, Community Gardening at
McMerton Gardens, 258 N. Merton from 5:00 to 7:00pm.
Tuesday: Free Medical Clinic at Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard
from 6:00 to 8:00pm.
Thursday, big schedule: Servant Leadership
School facilitates an Open Table Eucharist Service at
Binghampton UMC Church, "The Commons" 258 Merton. at 12:00
noon. Children's Yoga at Caritas Village, 2509
Harvard from 4:45 to 5:30pm.
Adult Yoga at Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard from 5:30 to
7:00pm.
Caritas Community Meal (Potluck) at
7:00pm - Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard -1st
Thursday of every month
Friday: The Way, a service of recovery at St. John's UMC,
1207 Peabody at 6:00pm
Saturday: Community Gardening at McMerton Gardens, 258 N. Merton
from 9:00AM to 12:00 noon.
Select items from http://www.healthymemphis.org/news.php?s=events
Thursdays: Church
Health Center: Free cooking kitchen demonstrations
are offered at 1115 Union Avenue, every Thursday at 9 am, 10:30 am
and 5:30 pm. For more information, call (901) 259-4673 or visit
http://ChurchHealthCenter.org.
Friday: Vision
Screenings: FREE Vision
Screenings: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Fridays, through Aug. 9 at
Eyewear Gallery, 428 Perkins Ext. (at Laurelwood Place),
back to school vision screenings for glaucoma, learner’s
As a Jew, it fascinates me to see the Muslim immigrant
community go through many of the stages the Jewish community here
went through in the past. I wonder what the first few
meetings were like when they were planning the Memphis Jewish
Community Center? I was at a meeting not long ago when
someone in a discussion in a mosque pointed out the need for more
space and activities from women and children. Someone in Western
dress and a very American accent said that what was important was
adequate space and quiet for the men to have their regular
required prayers and sermons, that distracytions from that were to
be avoided. A few men in distinctively Muslim dress and accents
told him "You are in America now, Brother!" Hence you may be
interested in the following event:
July 28, Sunday. Fundraiser for the Memphis ISlamic
Center, $20 adults, $10 child.
Even if you are not anxious to go, the announcement at http://memphisislamiccenter.eventbrite.com/
Is well worth readmg to learn of their plans. A major speaker on
laying the foundation for a community, and (I expect) plans for
the next round of building.
July 31, Wednesday, noon, Dixon Gallery Mucnch & Learn
(brown bag lunch.) Museum admission charge $7.
The Dixon has a lot of nice activities, but I can't resist this
talk “The
Secrets of Pierre-Auguste Renoir” with Dixon Director Kevin
Sharp. Bring your own lunch, sodas and water provided.
August 2, Friday, 7 - 8:30 PM, intro to Kriya Yoga, Free, DVD
presentation, light vegetarian meal afterwards,
presented by Memphis Kriya Yoga
Center, TN, USA at: Delta Groove Yoga , 2091 Madison Ave,
Memphis, TN 38104, on Overton Square
Film series under way (July 27 etc.) but I note:
August 9, Friday (at dusk) Concert film at the Levitt Shell.
Free.
BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY: QUEEN LIVE IN BUDAPEST
The Indie Memphis film series at the Shell is at http://indiememphis.com/concertfilms
August 15, 8 AM Conference on Aging. What’s
Age Got to Do With It? The Changing Definition of Old. 8 a.m.
Registration
Be a part of this professional conference at Hope Presbyterian
Church, 8500 Walnut Grove Rd, Cordova, TN 38018.Workshops will
include the Affordable Care Act, Redesigining an Aging
Memphis, and more. For more information and to register,
http://www.pnamidsouth.org/PNA-ProfConfAttendee.pdf
August 17, Indian Culteral Center and Temple, free Seminar on
Health Management Techniques and Holistic Methodologies by Dr.
Varma. (no other details yet)
http://www.icctmemphis.org/
Sept 1 Sunday 6 PM. The Moshav Band. An
Israeli band, sponsored by local Jewish groups. $10 in
advance, $15 at door. At Table 613, a kosher
restaurant, 5101 Sanderlin. Announcement at
http://www.minglewoodhall.com/?Page=http%3A%2F%2Fpublic.ticketbiscuit.com%2FMinglewoodHall%2FEvents%2F170455
Saturday July 6, 7:30-9:30 AM followed
by social hour/refreshments, Hindu
Temple, special prayers for Sri
Venkateswara Sahasra Kalasa Abhishekam
Hindu Temple Photos:
The Indian Cultural Center and Temple has put photos of many of
its recent events on-line. If you've been there and frustrated at
their rules against photographs, here you can see them!
"Did you miss the Temple Anniversary celebrations
last week ? No worries!
You can view the photos by going to ICCT website
www.icctmemphis.org (yes,
I know that link looks odd if you
analyze its internals)
and clicking on "Photos" link from the top
navigation menu. All the photos are displayed at:
"Photos -> 2013 Events -> Temple 19th Anniversary - 2013"
You can also view photos and videos of the recently concluded
Yagnam by clicking the links below:
July 7 and 10. The Israeli
Blues Band, Ori Naftali, is in town.
You can see them on Sunday, July 7
at 7:30 pm at the Levitt Shell (open to
everyone) and Wednesday, July 10 at 6:30 pm by the Memphis
Jewish Community Center Pool.
July 7. Sunday evening. Learning about Ramadan at the
Memphis Islamic Center. Have you
ever wondered how Muslims think about Ramadan, the month of
fasting about to start? Here's a chance to see them
thinking and talking about it...
"Getting Ready
for Ramadan"
with Dr. Yasir Qadhi on Sunday, July 7, 2013
immediately after Maghrib prayer (currently about
8:30PM)
July 9 - Downton Abbey - at The Church of
The Holy Communion, Walnut Grove at Perkins. How about
revisiting Season 3 with other "DA" groupies at Holy
Communion? There are 7 parts to Season 3 that we can cover in
four Tuesday nights in July: the 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th. We
can convene in the Carrick Room at 5:30 p.m. for light snacks and
beverages and settle in for two uninterrupted hours of escapism
within this magnificent Yorkshire county estate. Contact Kate
Schurch, 767-6987, ext. 23, if you'd like to participate.
July 10. Wednesday. M Ice Cream and Bingo at Calvary Episcopal
Church, 2nd Ave., downtown. $5 for adults, $3 for
children, includes bingo cards, ice cream, many toppings. RSVP
preferred to
mailto:epeeples@calvarymemphis.org?subject=Bingo%20%26%20Ice%20Cream
Calvary would also appreciate donations of men's clothing, socks,
jackets, sleeping bags, toiletries. for the homeless who come to
breakfast at Calvary.\
Calvary Sermons are available on-line at
http://calvarymemphis.org/sermons
July 11 7 PM - The Brooks Museum Movie
The Brooks has several movie series and the series at 7 PM Thursdays
is especially good. The one I especially wanted to note this season
is on July 11 - Intruder in the Dust, a
locally-filmed adaptation of William Faulkner's novel about the Sout
hof the "Jim Crow" era. $8, $6 for Brooks members or
students with valid ID.
http://www.brooksmuseum.org/
July 14, 6:00 PM,
MAJOR EVENT - RESERVE EARLY
7th annual Interfaith Dinner (Ramadan Iftar Dinner) put on for
everyone by the Memphis Muslim community. Free but tickets will run
out!
Save the date - details coming soon. Details should appear
shortly at http://memphisinterfaith.org/
July 18 - Start of a summer Concert Film series at
the Levitt Shell in Overton Park - details at
http://indiememphis.com/concertfilms
July 20 - Watch the Redbirds, Baseball and support the
Emmanuel Episcopal Center, a program for inner-city youth. Raise
money for the Emmanuel Episcopal Center by selling field box tickets
to the Saturday, July 20, game against the Oklahoma City
RedHawks. The game will begin at 6:05 p.m. at AutoZone Park
and will also feature a post-game fireworks show! Tickets are
$15, with $5 of every ticket sold going to the Emmanuel Center. To
purchase tickets, stop by any of the four First Alliance Bank
branches or contact Amanda Richardson at the Uptown branch at
901-527-9393. August
24, Prism Ensemble concert (the chamber music group of
Shady Grove Presbyterian Church) at Laurelwood Booksellers. http://www.prizmensemble.com/
Help
with a survey - Healthy Memphis/Common
Table asks for participation in a
survey about health in Memphis/Shelby County.
Please help with a 10 to 15 minute anonymous
on-line survey. Start at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ShelbyHealth
Remember to check the Healthy Memphis/Common
Table events list at
http://www.healthymemphis.org/news.php?s=events
Reservations are now available for the July 14
Interfaith Iftar Dinner, one of the most
important interfaith events of the year.
Free but reservations are needed -it fills up
rapidly.
Click on that header (7th annual) or
If you need more tickets please email the
names (REQUIRED) and email addresses (optional) of all your
guests to rsvp@memphisinterfaith.org
Event to be held at the
following time, date, and location:
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Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
(CDT)
901
Cordova Station Road
Cordova, 38018
View Map
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I haven't added very many new things in the last two weeks, as
I've been pretty busy with the aftermath of my wife's broken hip.
She came home from the Memphis Jewish Home and Rehab on May 14.
She is walking onm a walker, managing stairs with difficulty. Wew
are goin to head for our summer place, and updates or e-mails will
probably continue on about a once-every-two-weeks basis.
Rev. Chris Girata at Calvary Episcopal has called our attention to
this YouTube Video, about two Coca-Cola vending machines in India
and Paskistan with a video link so people in the two places can see
each other...click for a recent video .
The Calvary newsletter with this is on-line at
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=364a5d2ad6&e=2f75c3ec8d
New Resource Location
Porter-Leath
has a new satellite location inside the
Hickory Ridge Mall Towne Centre
Community Services Plaza. A representative from various
Porter-Leath programs will be on-site on varying days Monday
through Saturday, including Foster Care & Adoption,
Runaway Homeless Youth Shelter, Parents as Teachers, and
EarnBenefits. Additional information on Preschool, Spoonfuls,
Foster Grandparents, and other Porter-Leath services will be
able as well.
Healthy Memphis-Common Table will provide speakers / workshop
leaders for houses of worship or other local organizations on
issues such as how to deal with health care providers, care of
ones own health, end-of-life issues. We'll be happy to
put you in touch with the right person there.
( edward@ordman.net
327-9735)
May 31-July 26. Exhibit of 26
Drawings by Carroll Cloar: "Crossing Place".
Ross Gallery, Main Library of Christian Brothers
University, Memphis.
June 5 and other times -
"Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy."
on "Great Performances"
on public TV.
WKNO (10) Weds June 5 7PM and Sunday, June 9 at 9PM;
WKNO2 (10.2, Comcast 910) Sunday June
16 at 7 PM and 11 PM.
Common
Ground, 5th Anniversary Celebration, at the Kroc Center
will be June 27 (E Parkway, South at Fairgrounds.)
I assume there will be a charge? http://commongroundmemphis.org/
June 9, Sunday, 2-6 PM, Workshop, Empowerment for WOmen, Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center
Reclaim
your zest, resilience, pride, self-love, voice, strength and
power in this workshop on women's oppression and liberation in
a safe environment. Cost $25-$40. Call Allison at
725-4990 or
click here to Register
https://peaceserver.midsouthpeacedb.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=39
June 11 and Alternate Tuesdays, "ASK YQ" at the Memphis
Islamic Center. About 9:30 PM. Yasir Qadhi
answers questions about Islamic law and practice, for the local
Islamic community. The program provides opportunity to get
religious guidance from one of the leading Islamic scholars in
North America about practical and religious questions/issues
facing American Muslims.
June 15, lecture and dinner at Masjid As-Salaam, Stratford
Rd & McCrory. Dinner about 7:45 PM. Free. Dr
Moinuddin will speak on "The Battle of Khyber" after the brief
paryer service at about 8:15 PM.
June 15, 7 PM. Shady Grove Presbyterian Church.
"The Telephone". Opera Memphis sponsor Menotti's delightful chamber
opera with music by the Prizm Chamber Ensemble. Suggested
donation $10.
5530 Shady Grove Rd, corner of Yates and Shady Grove.
June 19-22. 16th Temple Anniversary Celebrations,
Indian Cultural Center and Temple, Eads.
Programs at 6 PM each day as well as programs at other times.
June 20, Playhouse on the Square. The Color Purple.
Preview Night for the benefit of Common Ground. http://commongroundmemphis.org/
(On June 28 there will be a
performance of the same play to benefit the Church
Health Center. Tickets for that go on sale
April 1. For more
information on the Church Health Center benefit,
contact Jennie Dickerson at (901) 701-2097)
June 22. If you'd like an unusual field trip to LaGrange, TN
(about an hour east of here), Immanuel Episcopal Church
will be dedicating a cemetary and garden at 11 AM, luncheon to
follow. Info 901-878-1000.
June 23, 8 AM. Circle of Faith, meeting at
Balmoral Presbyterian, welcomes Mr. Winston Stewart. Mr. Stewart, a
former member of the Bar-Kays, is an all-around musician, Gospel
keyboardist, writer, composer, producer and teacher. We are
delighted that Mr. Stewart has joined Circle of Faith Church at
Balmoral as the new Minister of Music.
June 23, Sunday, Fundraising dinner, Anshei
Sfard-Beth El Emeth Congregation, dinner honoring Rabbi Joel and
Bluma Finkelstein. Cocktails at 6, dinner at 6:30. $90 per
person. Info 901-682-1611
June 23, Sunday, 7:30pm - 9:00pm at
Gaisman Park (Macon Rd. Between Graham and Stratford.)
Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition [TIRRC]'s event:
Vigil for Just & Humane Immigration Reform: Vigilia por una
Reforma Migratoria Justa & Humana
June 27, Common
Ground, 5th Anniversary Celebration, at the Kroc Center
(E Parkway, South at Fairgrounds.) $25. http://commongroundmemphis.org/
Tickets http://commongroundmemphis.brownpapertickets.com/
June 28. Free Concert at the Levitt Shell The
musical group scheduled for June 28 is Rosco Bandana, a seven-piece
Americana band from Gulfport, MS. Concert at 7:30 but I
undersatnd some church groups are meeting for a picnic
(bring-your-own) at 6:30 PM. Pack your picnic
basket, bring your blanket and/or lawn chairs, and enjoy fellowship
and great music under the stars. Parking is free and available along
the roads within Overton Park. There is some food available
for purchase at the Levitt Shell if you desire.
http://levittshell.org/event/rosco-bandana
June 29, 5 PM Centro Culturel Latino de Memphis,
Second annual Festival: Aztec dancing,
storytelling, theatre,food, and more. (IO suspect that much of this
will be in Spanish). Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard St., Memphis
38112. Info: Prof Richard Lou, U of Memphis Art Dept.,
901.678.2217
Cancelled due to illness: June 1 and 2. The
Eroica Ensemble, Free, Saturday,
7:30PM and Sunday, 3:00 Lindenwood Christian
Church, 400 Union Avenue (just outside East Parkway)
Albioni: Trumpet Concerto, with Ryan Anthony, trumpet.
Saint-Saens: Symphony #3 ("Organ"), with Gary Beard,
Organ
June 2, Sunday, 7:30 PM, Concert, Balmoral
Chamber Orchestra, Free. A smaller ensemble,
an intimate concert, with premiers of pieces written
especially for the concert. Enrique Olvera, Viola.
Donations accepted to send local workers to work on a
clean water project in Mexico.
June 2, Scholarship banquet for the
Memphis Hebrew Academy/Feinstone Yeshiva of the South.
Guest of Honor: A.C. Wharton. Held at Baron Hirsch
Synagogue, Charge. Info and reservations,
901-682-2400.
June 5, 12, 19, 26. Wednesdays. Volunteers wanted
(especially middle and high school age youth) to assist on
outings of the Colonial School Vision Camp. More
detail and contact info at
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=7bda15083be90232089d87536&id=9b509f7d64&e=0b2f5806a0
or call Paula, 581-4447.
June 9, Sunday, 9 AM - 7
PM, Israel Festival, Audubon Park, Southern
and Perkins. 5K Run/Walk and many other
entertainments. Details http://www.memphisfriendsofisrael.org/index.cfm
click on Israel Festival.
June 9-11, Israel Scout Caravan, Musical
Revue.
Free (maybe you need to pay admission at
the Pink Palace?)
Sunday June 9, 3PM at the Israel Festival, Audubon Park
(Southern and Perkins);
Sunday June 9, 7 PM at The Dwelling Place Church, Buntyn
Presbyterian, 561 S. Prescott.
Monday June 10, 7 PM, Jewish Community Center. 6560
Poplar
Tuesday June 11, 2 PM, Memphis Pink Palace
Museum 3050 Central
Tuesday June 11, 7 PM, Mississippi Blvd. Christian
Church, 70 N Bellevue
May
1, Wednesday, The "Walking Bible
Study Group" of
Church of the Holy Communion
(Episcopal) will go to visit Thistle
Farms in Nashville, TN, one of the
more interesting charitable operations
in the state; see http://www.thistlefarms.org/
I must admit I find the idea of
walking at the same time as talking
religion fascinating even without this
special trip. Contact mailto:dsatterfield@holycommunion.org
for more information.
May 3 and 4, Prison Stories VII.
Theatre South. A play based
on the stories gathered in the local
women's prison during the ministry of the
storyteller Rev. Elaine Blanchard. 1000
South Cooper (basement of 1st Congo
Church) Call 901-726-0800
for reservations. $20.00 suggested
donation.
Also: Inside Performance of Prison Stories
VII, Thursday, May 2 at 6:00 PM, at The
Shelby County Jail.
Contact Elaine (revelaine@comcast.net) if
you want to go inside the jail for
this special performance with the writers.
May
4, Maxine Smith Funeral.
Some good biography is at http://diverseeducation.com/article/52951/#
and http://www.memphisflyer.com/memphis/maxine-smith-1929-2013/Content?oid=3403794
Maxine
Smith’s Memorial Service will be
held at Metropolitan Baptist
Church Saturday May 4, 2013.The
service will be at 11:00a.m. with the public
viewing from 1:00 – 9:00p.m. 767
Walker Avenue, Memphis 38126 http://www.extraeffortwins.com/MBC_Forum/category/from-the-pastors-desk/
(Cancelled due to weather) May 4,
Saturday, Picnic at the Muslim Day
School. 10
AM-3 PM. Pleasant View School,
1888 Bartlett Rd, Memphis, TN 38134.
A chance to see the local Muslim school, meet
local Muslims, thiunk about how the
private-and-church school issue affects minority
communities. No formal program although there will
be lots of kid's games and activities and a
married-vs-singles young adults soccer match.
Cricket, anyone? Games start at 10 AM, lunch at
noon.
May 5, Cinco de Mayo, is
a holiday celebrating a victory of Mexico
over French troops. There are a lot of
things going on - search for "Memphis
Cinco de Mayo 2013" so I can't list them
all. Our good friend Jim Boyd
(formerly of Bridges) will be preaching at
the 10:30 service at the Church of the
Holy Communion (Episcopal) and at around
noon there will be a party with tacos,
pinata, Mexsican games, etc.
Bring the kids, bring a friend,
but
please
RSVP!
Online or Church Office:
767-6987
May 5, Sunday, 6 PM Vespers to celebrate the 20th
anniversary of Roman Catholic Bishop Steib in Memphis.
Service at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 1695
Central,m followed by a reception downstairs in Marian
Hall. Memphis has had several remarkable Catholic
Bishops - I've commented earlier that Bishop Steib
sponsors a monthly First Tuesday pot luck supper at the
Cathedral to keep Gays and Lesbians involved actively in
the life of the church.
Details http://www.iccathedral.org/
and
http://www.catholicweb.com/bulletins/69490/Apr-28-2013.pdf
(for the LGBT stuff see
http://www.cdom.org/gayandlesbianpersons/gayandlesbianpersons.htm)
May 7, Tuesday, 10:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.mm 41st
Annual Senior Expo
Bellevue Baptist Church (2000 Appling Rd.)
will host "Bridging Generations," the 41st Annual Senior
Expo presented by The Professional Network on Aging.
The festivities include entertainment, speakers, food for
purchase (prepared by Bellevue), and lots of good
information on all aspects of senior living, aging, and
wellness. For more information, please call 222-4189
or email info@pnamidsouth.org.
(If you haven't visited this landmark Memphis megachurch,
the huge crosses out at the Appling Road exit on I-70,
this is a non-theological occasion to see the place.)
May 9, Thursday. Prayer
Dinner for Israel, honoring Jeffrey Feld of the
Memphis Jewish Federation. At the Opera Memphis building.
A very pro-Israel, mixed Christian/Jewish event.
Congressman Stephen Fincher (District 8), keynote
speaker. Advance reservations, Jonathan Lindberg
901-517-0811. Kosher meals available.
May 10-11, Concerts at the Hindu Temple. Friday
2-3:30 a remarkable horn concert (I'm probably
not using the right words: Nadaswaram, raga lapana,
kriti). Saturday 2-3:30 vocal, violin,
mrudangam, Saturday 7-8:30 Kuchipudi
Dance. To see the poster, go to
Go to https://www.icctmemphis.org/icct/home/Yagnam2013
and click on "cultural events."
That page also has links to some fascinating
explanations.
12005 Highway 64 E., Eads, TN 38028-9314
Phone: (901) 202-6070
May 11, Saturday, 2- 5. Workshop on
Nonviolent Direct Action, Midsouth Peace and Justice
Center. https://www.facebook.com/events/375736162535268/
Fee $20-$50.
May 14. 11:30 AM-1:30 PM Healthy Memphis-Common
Table. Annual Meeting / Fundraising Lunch.
$75. "Health Care Waste - Is it a self imposed
luxury tax?" Racquet Club,
5111 Sanderlin Rd. Details click
here. Poster at
http://healthymemphis.org/annual_meeting_sponsors.php
May 12. Sunday, Mothers Day concert/Picnic at
Temple Israel. 5-7:30 PM
Memphis favorites, The King Beez.
Funky, Cool, and Red-Hot Jazz, Blues, Soul, R&B.
Sign up at http://timemphis.org or call 761-3130.
Reservations by May 10 $10 13-up, $5 age 6-12, 5&
under free. At the gate $15,$7, free.
Bring a picnic or reserve a catered buffet (fried
chicken, etc.) by May 7 - buffet $12, kid's box supper
$The Freedom Network USA
May 18, Saturday, 11 AM - 8 PM open
house at Ordmans', see above.
May 19 Sunday 10AM - ? Celebrate
Pentecost at the Ornamental Metal Museum.
Calvary Episcopal Church will have its religious service
there at 10 AM, potluck lunch starts at about 11:15.
Drinks provided, bring a dish to share and your own plates,
glasses, utensils, napkins. Details at http://calvarymemphis.org/pentecost
May 19, Sunday. Community Picnic, 10AM - 3 PM Kids
games at 10, Lunch at 12. A chance to visit
the Muslim parochial school, Pleasant View School,
1888 Bartlett Rd., Memphis TN 38134. Free. You may
bring a dessert.
May 19, Sunday. 2 PM. Jewish Historical Society:
Film: Jewish Soldiers in Blue and Grey, about
the US Civil War. Jewish Community Center,
May 21.
Community-Police Relations project, MidSouth
Peace and Justice Center.
We invite you, community leaders and
stakeholders, to be a part of this cutting edge,
community-led effort by joining us for a CPR preview on
Tuesday evening May 21st from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at
the South
Memphis Alliance.
Please make your reservation by
emailing melissa@midsouthpeace.org or
by calling 901-725-4990.
May 23, Thursday, 9 am - 4 pm. Anti-Trafficking
Workshops
Memphis, TN is one
of the cities in our nation that ranks highest in human
trafficking. The Reverend Noelle Damico, Presbyterian minister
from White Plains, NY is a member of the PC(USA) anti-human
trafficking roundtable and coordinates anti-human trafficking
awareness training for PC(USA). She will present
information on how to combat this
grave violation of human rights that the FBI calls
modern-day slavery.
THERE ARE TWO PROGRAMS: one for directly involved professionals,
the other for laypeople not directly involved in working with
trafficked persons.
For Laypeople:
Evergreen Presbyterian Church, Anti-Human Trafficking
Awareness Training. 613 University Avenue
Cost is $15 for lunch. RSVP to bonnieleeblair@aol.com
For Professionals. Rhodes College.
The Freedom Network USA: Trafficking
and Modern Day Slavery: Practical Tools for Effective
Response.
This workshop is for professionals: lawyers,
law enforcement, clergy, social services professionals, US
government investigators, FBI, teachers, …anyone on
the front lines of encountering trafficked persons.
I’m most impressed by the practical work in case by case
examinations and vast opportunities to work together on
response, but all modules employ a best practices approach
to identify and address suspected incidences of human
trafficking. Find training details for Human
Trafficking and Modern Day Slavery: Practical Tools for
Effective Response here:
http://freedomnetworkusa.org/training/curriculum/
(A concurrent training, led by Rev. Noelle Dominico, for
church and community lay people will be held at Evergreen
Church , across street from Rhodes Campus.
Cost is $15 for lunch. All materials are
included. Please reserve your place by May 15 or
direct questions to
mailto:bonnieleeblair@aol.com You
may also register (bring your checkbook) at the May 14
Presbytery meeting at Shady Grove.
May 23,
Thursday, 6:00 p.m. at Church
of the Holy Communion.
Speaker: best-selling author Richard Paul Evans
. Mr. Evans is the #1 best-selling
author of The Christmas Box. His novels have each
appeared on the New York Times best-seller list and there
are more than 13 million copies of his books in
print. His new book, A Step of Faith, will be
available for sale and signing. Synopsis: Following
the New York Times best-seller The Road to Grace, Evans’s
hero Alan Christophersen faces a life-changing crisis on
his journey to grace. After personal and business tragedy,
Alan sets out on an extraordinary cross-country journey
with only the pack on his back.
May 24-26. Special Educational Programs at
Anshei Sphard-Beth El Emeth Synagogue, East
Yates Rd. north of Walnut Grove. Visiting scholar Rabbi
Saul Berman, a legal and Judaic scholar, lawyer, expert on
ethics. Talks will include Friday 8 PM, "Are Jewish Ethics
Distinctive?" (There is a dinner before this, charge,
reserve at ASBEE, 682-1611.) Saturday at about 10:30 AM,
sermon, "Ritual and Ethics, Divergent or Related?".
Several programs Sunday morning, including a discussion of
the Boston Marathon bombings and a program with CLE
credit for lawyers on the whether there is a distinction
in confidentiality rules between Jewish Law and American
Law. Details, 682-1611.
2013. April 4, Thursday
7 PM. Movie King: A Filmed Record From
Montgomery to Memphis. Sponsored
by Common Ground at the Brooks Museum. Charge, I
assume.
http://commongroundmemphis.org/
Common Ground is a major local program on race
relations, now sponsored by the YWCA.
April 4, Thursday, 5:30-7:30 PM. Memphis
Theological Seminar Art Exhibit Opening
reception. "Road Work:
Watch for the Signs". 168 East Parkway South (at
Union).
Exhibit open April 4 - May 15. A poet and painter
working together on one canvas. (Michael Warren and
Billy Reed)
April 7, Sunday, 4 PM. Yom Hashoah Observance. A
program at the Jewish Community Center, the annual
commemoration of the Holocaust. Free, all welcome.
April 10, New Years for
people from the Deccan region of India. Celebration at 7
PM at the Hindu Temple. Refreshments after the prayers. Free.e.)April
11, Thursday, 7:30 PM Memphis Jewish Foundation,
Annual Meeting and Dessert Reception, "Celebrating
Ten Years of Teen Philanthropy". The management of a
charitable fund within the Jewish Foundation by
teenagers. Jewish Community Center, 6560 Poplar.
RSVP 374-0400.
April 12, Friday, 5:30 PM. Memphis United. This
group was formed as the KKK rally of late March approached
and 1500 people came to its programs on March 30.
Many of them want to continue with constructive programs
to bring the various groups in Memphis together.
The next general
meeting of Memphis United is Friday, April 12th at First Congo
Church. 1000 South Cooper, Memphis TN 38104.
For further information, please contact the Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center at 901-725-4990.
April 13th, Saturday,
10am
- 1pm at Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard. The Really
Free Market. Got good stuff
that needs a new home? Give it away with cheer at
the 5th Annual Really Really Free Market! Sponsored
by Racism to Reconciliation (R2R) at Memphis School
of Servant Leadership and Caritas Village. You bring
it! Furniture, books, music, movies, appliances,
tools, artwork and supplies, dishes, ornaments,
potted plants, accessories, toys and clothes in good
condition. Stay to make friends and help manage the
giving. Be comforted that you will not have to take
anything home. A truck will take the excess to local
charity. 100% family-friendly. Set up as
early as 9:30 am. Tables provided. No Bartering, No
Trading, No Selling or Exchange. Everyone is
welcome! EVERYTHING IS FREE!
April 13, Saturday,
5 PM, Tamil New Year Celebration at the Hindu Temple,
Eads. Address etc. on our address page.here
April 14 - Charitable opportunities at Temple Israel.
1. The Bloodmobile will accept blood
donations 8:30-1:30. . E-mail Julie Klein (or call
335-9981)
2. Donations are wanted of teen or adult-sized bicycles (only), 9 am -1 pm.
April 14 , Sunday, 9:30-11 am. Film, Samuel
Bak: Painter of Questions. Free,
Film and docent-led tour of the exhibit of Art by
Samuel Bak in the Temple Isreal Museum. Rsvp by
April 8 requested, 761-3130. ( exhibit open
now through April 28, Tu-We-Th 9 -4, Sundays
9:30-12, contact 937-2763 for groups or other
arrangements.)
April 15, Monday 6 PM, program by League of Women
Voters, Main (Benjamin Hooks)
Library. School Vouchers and Charter Schools.
A Panel discussion, likely to cover pros and cons. This
may be of particular interest to those interested in
religiously-affiliated schools, as well as those concerned
about the state of education iun Memphis more generally.
While the state senate -appears-
to have postponed the debate over vouchers until next
year, there remains a real controvesy and the issue could
resurface in the next two weeks.
April 15, Monday, 7-9 PM. Young
Adults Christian formation group "Theology on Tap",
meeting at Dublin House, 2021 Madison Ave. I won't cover
this regularly, unless someone asks me to, but Chgurch of the Holy
Communion (Episcopal) mentioned it as being of interest. "We
hope to build a community that fosters relevant discussion and
brings together people who share common interests.
For more information, email
CHCtheologyontap@gmail.com
or find us on Facebook."
April 19 12 - 2 PM, U of Memphis Multicultural
Festival.
Join us
for the Multicultural Festival on Friday, April 19, from 12 p.m. –
2 p.m. on the Student Plaza, as we celebrate diversity on the U of
M campus. There will be cultural and artistic demonstrations
as well as highlights from various ethnic groups in the areas of
music, dance, food and literature.
April 19, Friday, at 6:30pm at
Caritas Village, 2509 Harvard.
Memphis
School of Servant Leadership's Community Open House
and Class Banquet
What is servant leadership? What do you do in classes? What is
a covenant life?We are hoping you invite your friends family
and join us as we share this evening with the larger servant
leadership community. It will be a good opportunity to gain a better
understanding of servant leadership, hear from class
participants about their classes and from others in the
community as they share their intentional journey of
Christianity. www.servantleadership-memphis.org
April 19, 5:30-7:30 PM,
Art Reception. Memphis Camera Club Competition
winners exhibit April 19 - May 24, Beverly and Sam Ross
Gallery, in the Plough Library at Christian Brothers
University. (The Germantown Art League exhibit
in this space ends April 12.)
April 19-21. Celebrations
at the Hindu Temple, anniversary of the birth of RAMA
to King Dasharatha and Queen Kausalya of Ayodhya. Ram is
the 7th incarnation of the Dashavatara of Vishnu.
Refreshments and a good chance to socialize or ask
questions after the 6:30 PM prayers of Friday April 19 and
the 10:00 am prayers on Sunday April 21.
April 20, Saturday,
1-4 PM, Nonviolent communication, workshop,
fee if you can afford it, contact Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center for details
April 21, Sunday,
2-6 PM, Support for Activists, workshop,
fee if you can afford it, contact Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center for details
April 21 Sunday, 5:30 PM,
Postponed due to illness
A Pause to Gordon Cosby and His Ministry
Caritas Community House, 2532 Everett. Gordon
Cosby's life and ministry was the heart and soul of the
Memphis School of Servant Leadership. For those who knew
Gordon it will be a time to pause and share stories and
reflections about Gordon. For those who didn't know
Gordon personally, come and hear about the origins of the
servant leadership movement.
April 22-24, Spring holiday at Memphis Hindu
Temple. [Vasanthotsavam is an annual
Seva celebrated to celebrate the arrival of spring season.
Vasantotsavam is the combination of 2 words - "Vasantha"
(Spring season in Sanskrit) and "Utsavam" (festival in
Sanskrit). The festival is celebrated on the three days of
tryodasi, chaturdasi and pournami in the month of Chaitra.]
Major prayers at 9 am on APril 22,23,24 and at 6 PM on April
24. See our address page for directions.
India Cultural Center and Temple | 12005 Hwy 64 E. | Eads |
TN | 38028. http://icctmemphis.org
April 24,
Wednesday, noon, Pianist Tony Silva
a Featured Performer for MUSIC@NOON
Bartlett United Methodist Church. 5676 Stage
Road
The noon concert series provides vibrant musical
offerings that will delight audience
members. The 30 minute concerts begin at
12:10pm and end at 12:40pm in the Bartlett UMC
Sanctuary. A light lunch is available for
purchase following each performance.
(April 24 at Hindu
Temple - concert - unfortunate typo on my part - sorry)
Lectures: The Issues of Modern Israeli
Society.
Anshei Sphard-Beth El Emeth, 120 East Yates Rd.
North (just north of Walnut Grove)
April 25, Thursday 7:45PM, The Have-Nots
in Israeli Society (Bluma
Zuckerbrot-Finkelstein)
May 1 Wednesday 8 PM, Haredim, Work, Army, and
the State of Israel (Rabbi Joel
Finkelstein)
(some orthodox
Jewish sects do not recognize the state, e.g.
because they await the Messiah)
May 8 Wednesday 8 PM The Judea-Samaria
"Settlers" (Rabbi
Joel Finkelstein)
(An
orthodox rabbi's take on the West Bank
settlement problem)
April 27, Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM.
Open house at St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral,
700 Poplar. Art show and sale, kids activities,
Bishop's reception and tour of Diocesan House and
Cathedral,
Food trucks, lots of Music (Bluegrass, Opera,
Gospel, Big Band...). $5 entry, kids under 3 free.
767-2264.
April 28, Sunday, 2-4 PM. Memphis
Jewish Heritage Bus Tour. Visit
sites of Jewish Memphis 1850's to 1950's.
Arrive at Jewish Community Center by 1:45 PM,
bus leaves at 2. Limited to 48 people, reserve
by April 18 at 683-7425 or 682-5935. Jewish
Historical Society of Memphis and the
Mid-South.
April
28, Sunday, 2 PM.
Concert. Amy Polumbo with
Steve Katz and Friends.
Amy Polumbo is a local
theatrical soprano, has
locally starred in
Legally Blond, Heidi,
and many other roles
here and elsewhere.
Amro Music Auditorium,
2918 Poplar.
Admission: Donation to
St. Jude Hospital of at
least $10. Locale
donated and performers
donate their time. These
have been wonderful
intimate concerts with
spectacular performances
in the past.
April
28, 4:30 - Kosher Barbeque, Chabad.
at the Chabad Center, 2570
Kirby Parkway
The occasion is "Lag B'omer", a minor
Jewish holiday commemorating the cessation of
a plague many centuries ago (although
different groups of Jews have different
explanations of what the day
celebrates.) It is a pause in the Jewish
"Omer" season whioch runs seven weeks after
Passover and has some of the general feeling
of Lent among Christians, and ends with
Shavuous, the anniverasary of the giving of
the 10 commandments. and
picnics are one of the standard ways to
celebrate. Childrens activities, hot dogs,
wings, snow cones, etc. Adults $10, Children
$8 (under 12) for food and most kid's games.
Extra charge for helicopter rides.
Details at http://www.jewishmemphis.com/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/77194/jewish/Lag-Bomer-Family-Fun-Day.htm
RSVP 901-754-0404 or e-mail
BBQ@JewishMemphis.com
April 28,
Sunday, 2-6 PM, Race First, workshop,
fee if you can afford it, contact Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center for details
March 2. Saturday 6:30-9 PM Muslim-sponsored
Event at Heartsong Church. The Man Who Changed The World:
Muhammad (Peace be
upon him). The good relations between Heartsong
Church (Methodist) and thye Memphis Islamic Center have made
national news. If you have not been to one of their events,
this is a great one to go to - see Heartsong Church, meet our
Muslim neighbors, see a wonderful presentation of how they see
the story of Muhammad. Heartsong Church, 800 N Houston Levee
Rd, Cordova, TN 38018. (A little north of the far east end
of Walnut Grove Road.) In the past they have had great
refreshments afterwards to socialize over! More
information and RSVP (so they can get a rough count) at
http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5440556852/?ref=enivte001&invite=MzA2NTc2Ni9lZHdhcmRAb3JkbWFuLm5ldC8w
On Sunday, March 3, Memphis
will have another interesting visitor, Dr, John Obert
Voll, Professor at Georgetown University (the Jesuit
university in Washington, DC) where he is at the
Center for Muslim-Christian relations. His major
public event will be at 1 PM, but there is an
effort to put together a group of local leaders to
meet with him at 10:30 Sunday morning. Unfortunately,
10:30 Sunday morning is not a good time to get
Christian clergy! If you can find any Christian
clergy or Christian lay leaders who could come to a
meeting at 10:30 on a Sunday morning, PLEASE get in
touch with me or with Isam Abu-khraybeh.
(edward@ordman.net,
327-9735)
March 3, Sunday, 1:00-2:30
PM. Fourteen Centuries of Muslim-Christian Dialogues and
Conflicts: Where are we now? $5
charge. Keynote Speaker Dr John Obert Voll, Georgetown
University. Heartsong Church (address in item
above). No children under 12. Information:
901-213-7443. (Pl;ease call with RSVPO if you can, so they
have a rough count)
March 3, Sunday, 7:30 PM, Piano Concert, Free, Baron
Hirsch Synagogue. This concert series
brings in young people with promise for extremely
impressive careers early
in their careers. Several
have later become very famous. Pianist Ran Dank. Refreshments
and a chance to socialize.
Pieces by Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt.
March 4 Monday 11 Am -1 PM. Chinese
Culture Day, U of Memphis
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural
Affairs & the Confucius Institute
Come experience the wonderful culture of China! Participate in a
Chinese tea ceremony, learn math using a Chinese abacus, and use
chopsticks to experience a taste of Chinese cuisine! You will
enjoy participating in Chinese martial arts such as Tai Chi and
Wushu as well as enjoy Chinese calligraphy and Chinese dancing
during our Chinese cultural presentation
We look forward to seeing you at the Chinese cultural day on
Monday, March 4th from 11:00
a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Memphis room A&B on the third floor of
the University Center.
For
additional information, please click below
http://www.memphis.edu/multiculturalaffairs/PDF/chinese_cultural_day.pdf
March 5,12, Tuesday:
Balmoral Presbyterian Church Lenten speakers
Noon Tuesdays and also Wednesday evenings in March. (Brown
Bag lunch, catered dinner Wednesdays)
Noon (brown bag lunch) : March 5 Rev. Scottie
Brafford,
Praying with our Breath. March 12: Elder Glenda
Ellis Praying in Color Further
details can be found by clicking
here.
March 7, Thursday, 5:30 PM. Movie: Islamic
Art: Mirror of the Invisible World. University
Center Theatre, U of Memphis. Free.
The breadth and beauty of Islamic Art over 1400
years of cultural history, nine countries. Sponsored by
U of M Libraries and Muslim Student Assn. Trailer at
http://upf.tv/films-menu/upf-islamic-art-film/upf-islamic-art-film-trailer.html
March 8, Friday, 7 PM. "Reach Towards
Understanding Through Interfaith," Heartsong
Church, 800 N Houston Levee Rd, Cordova. Their programs
March 2 and 3 were outstanding, and this can be expected to be
also.
March 9, Saturday, 5:10 PM. The Power and Blessings of
Islamic Expression in Women, in the West, in the World.
Free. Fogelman Executive Center, U
of Memphis, Room 206.
RSVP
Requested. Details and Registration Click here.
March 9, Saturday, 7:30 PM. Free Concert. The Balmoral
Chamber Orchestra at Balmoral
Presbyterian Church, 6413
Quince Rd., Memphis. Free, donations accepted to
benefit the Memphis Symphony Orchestra. "...a
special night, showcasing a handful of musicians that
make up the ensemble through short solos. These
beautiful solos will include some famous arias, The
Swan, and other favorites (even a little jazz)! "
March 9, Saturday 8 PM. Simply Tsfat. Musical
Evening at Chabad Center for Jewish Life,
2570 Kirby Parkway. Advance reservations by March 6
at http://www.jewishmemphis.com/
$10/person, $25/family. $12 per person at door.
Traditional, Folk, Rock, and Klezmer music by a Chassidic
Israeli trio.
Daylight Savings time begins 2 AM->1 AM March 10.
March 10, 2 PM, Sunday (Women's Program). Safety Tips
for Sisters: Food, Fun, Games and Gifts!
Memphis Islamic Center, 10224 Humphrey Rd, Cordova. If your
church or synagogue women's group has ever wondered about
Islamic women, why not go see what they are doing? You
will be a minority but well received.
March 10, Sunday, 6PM. Auction, Baron Hirsch
Synagogue. Fundraiser for Memphis Hebrew
Academy/ Feinstone Yeshiva of the South. Bikes to dollhouses
to jewelry. Corky's Kosher BBQ and a great chance to sample or
stock up on other kosher foods
March 7-12, Maha Siva Ratri Celebrations
at the Indian Culture Center (Hindu Temple), Eads.
(Address and directions here.
Daily prayers 10 am and 5 pm as well as many others at various
hours. In honor of Siva (Shiva). Detailed Schedule is
at
http://www.icctmemphis.org/icct/home/MahaSivaRatri13.
Visitors are welcome, dress conservatively.
March 13, Wednesday, 9 AM - Noon. Legal help at
Temple Israel. Volunteers from the U of M
College of Law under the supervision of local attorneys, will
be at Temple to help older adults complete advanced
directives, living wills, and estate planning. This event is
free of charge.
March 14, Thursday evening. 7 PM Vanderhaar
Symposium. Communities Engaged in Resolving Urban
Social Conflict. Also the Vanderhaar
Student Peace Award. One of the premier peace and
interfaith events of the year. Christian Brothers
University. The poster is here.
The Vanderhaar website, with history and a video of an
earlier program, is at http://gvanderhaar.org/
Every Weekday in LENT:
12:05-12:40 LECTURE
Calvary Episcopal Church, downtown 102 N. 2nd Street,
. Free, open to all.
(Park free at St Mary's Cathedral, 692
Poplar, there is a free shuttle bus).
Good food (charge) and conversation in the
Waffle Shop, downstairs.
Details and speaker list with information about the
speakers at http://calvarymemphis.org/lps
There are links to listen to most of the talks within a
day or two after the talk.
I particularly enjoyed Rabbi Sandy Sasso's talk on
February 18th, Listen or Watch
Many
speakers of special interest to the interfaith
community. In the next few days are
March 18, Rev Elaine Blanchard, local writer,
storyteller, actor. ( A remarkable show, well
received, at Balmoral on 3/13.)
March 19-20 Rev. Daniel Matthews, Rector Emeritus,
Trinity Wall Street
March 21-22, Rabbi Micah Greenstein, Temple
Israel, Memphis
March 15-17. Halal food available
- The Jewish community occasionally has Corky's prepare kosher
beef and chicken barbecue for picnics at the synagogues, and a
new Kosher restaurant opened recently on Sanderlin. The
Muslim community has an interesting idea - they occasionally
arrange for a restaurant to serve Halal food on premises so
people can go out to eat at a variety of places. The
announcement this month reads: "MIC's Zabiha Time for March
2013 starts TODAY and continues through this weekend, March
15th-17th at Mister P's Buffalo Wings located at 3285 Hacks
Cross Rd. Memphis TN 38125! This is the only location
that will be serving zabiha and is located directly across
from the Southwind subdivision."
March 16, Saturday, noon to 9 PM Youth programs
organized by Muslim youth, others welcome. Heartsong
Church, 800 N. Houston Levee Rd., Cordova.
http://micyouth.weebly.com/mic-youth-express.html
March 16, Saturday, 9 Am - noon, Drama Workshop
for grades 1 to 6, by the theater group
Friends of the Groom. Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. 2nd
St.
March 17, Sunday, 2:30 PM, Free Concert at the
Indian Cultural Center and Temple. Shantala
Subramanyam, [Bamboo Flute Artist]. Accompanied by Kum.
Akkarai Swarnalatha on Violin & Sri Sai Giridhar on
Mridangam. Free, all invited. A chance
to hear Indian Music as well as a chance to visit
Memphis's beautiful and interesting Hindu Temple and meet
our local Hindus on an occasion other than a worship
service. In the Multi-Cultural Pavilion on the Temple
grounds. directions
here.
March 18, Monday, 6-8 PM, League
of Women Voters and Healthy Memphis-Common Table: A
program on the use of emergency rooms. The
Great Hall, Germantown. Our emergency rooms are
crowded in part because many people use them
inappropriately (and at extra expense). Crowding in
them reduces speed of care for real emergencies and
costs all of us money. Our faith communities
could play a major role in educating people to take
more control of their own health care and better use
these facilities. Click
here to register. or visit http://healthymemphis.org
Note: "The Great Hall" is in the same building
as GPAC, but in the farthest corner - GPAC is at the
NE corner and the Great Hall is in the SW corner. The
address is 1900 S. Germantown Road, and there is a
driveway off of Germantown Road that leads directly to
the entrance and parking for the Great Hall. If you
start from GPAC, it is possible to drive all the way
around the service road which passes north and west of
the building until you get to a fancy entrance at the
far end.
March 19, Tuesday, Lecture about
Malcolm X. Theater, University Center, U of M. Reception
with refreshments 5:30, lecture 6 PM, Free, open to all.
Join the Hooks Institute in presenting its 2011 National Book
Award Winner Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention
(Viking 2011) by the late Dr. Manning Marable, a Professor at
Columbia University. This book also won the Pulitzer Prize.
Marable died in April 2011 just before the
publication of the book. Zaheer Ali, project manager and
principal researcher for Marable’s book, will deliver the lecture.
Ali is also the project manager for the Malcolm X Project at
Columbia University which chronicles the life of Malcolm X
through primary source materials.
During his life, some of Malcolm X’s political and social views
were brilliant, and others were downright racist; however, toward
the end of his life, Malcolm gained a greater universal
understanding of the human struggle which enabled him to have
broader and more insightful perspective on the issue of race and
racism. Because Malcolm X’s life was cut short by an
assassin, this book should make us question how great a leader
Malcolm X might have become had he lived to complete his personal
journey of transformation.
[Ordman's note - of special interest due to Malcolm's conversion
to Nation of Islam and then conventional Sunni Muslim.]
March 19th, Tuesday,
6 – 7:30 pm. Planning meeting for the Universal Fest.
At
National College 2576 Thousand Oaks Cove Memphis, TN
38118
The Universal Fest is a community outlet to showcase
diversity, give back to the community, and uplift our
children. Businesses and cultural organizations will
have the opportunity to highlight themselves and/or
products at reserved booths throughout the
event.
www.1-Universe.org
March 19, Tuesday - Movie
Prince Among Slaves, 6:30 PM. Spain
Auditorium, Buckman Hall, Christian Brothers University.
Details at http://cbu.edu/honors/honors.html,
which is probably a page worth reading.
March 20, Wednesday, Memphis
Branch NAACP's 37th Annual Freedom Fund Gala,
Memphis Cook Convention Center, fundraiser, For
ticket and table reservations, contact the Memphis Branch
NAACP at 901-521-1343. Article at
http://www.tsdmemphis.com/index.php/greater-metro/9835-naacp-taps-co-chairs-for-37th-freedom-fund-gala
March 21, Thursday 7:30PM Concert, Beethoven Violin
Sonatas ($10, $5 student, $25/3
tickets) Memphis Beethoven Club at First Baptist
Church, 200 E Parkway North.
Details at http://beethovenclubmemphis.org/
Note later concerts, not at churches - April 7
Sunday 3 PM at the Beethoven Club, 263 S. McLean
and April 18 Thursday 7:30 PM at the Clark Opera Center,
6745 Wolf River Parkway.
Calvary Episcopal, like many other Memphis Churches, has a lot of
events in the week leading up to Easter on March 31.
Their newsletter listing them is at
http://us4.campaign-archive2.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=e6d7f48700&e=2f75c3ec8d
March 27. Wednesday Evening Speakers at
Balmoral Presbyterian Church.
Dinner 5:30-6:20 (reservations needed), talk at 6:30:
Mar. 6 Andy Combs: Stories of Service
March 13, Elaine Blanchard, We are Story
People. March 20, Rev Peggy Russell, A
story of the City - A story of Enough. March
27, Playback Memphis (Improv Theater Troupe), Stories of
Faith and Life.
March 23,
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Church Health
Center Wellness Open House Tour
and free programs. 1115 Union Ave.
Families are welcome. For more information, call
(901) 259-4673 or visit www.ChurchHealthCenter.org.
March 23, Saturday, 10:30 AM. Church Consecration.
St Elizabeth's Episcopal Church, 6033 Old Brownsville Rd.
March 23. Civil Rights and Muslim History in
Memphis. Tour of Civil Rights Museum
and Masjid Mu'minim. Complete with a chance to help out at
the food pantry at this inner-city mosque at 4412 Third
Street which has an active mission to the hungry. Details
to appear later, I hope.
Mosque Phone 789-1904
March 24, noon to 6 PM. The Mumbo Gumbo
Cook-off. Mesquite Chop House, Germantown, 3165
Forest Hill Irene Rd. Well, this is
unlikely to be kosher or Halal, but it is one of
Memphis's interesting cooking festivals. It benefits
Porter-Leath, a major Children's service agency.
"We'll kick off the festivities at noon for a day
filled with food, fun, live music and art vendors.
Watch as teams compete for over $1,000 in prizes, plus
a chance for the winning team to receive a free entry
into the 21st Annual City Auto Rajun Cajun Crawfish
Festival! It's family fun with all proceeds benefiting
the 8,000 children and 7,000 families served by
Porter-Leath. No outside beverages or coolers allowed.
Sorry, no pets.
Only a few team spaces are left! Register your
team. Vendor booths are also still available. Please
contact Rob Hughes at 901-577-2500, ext. 1167 to
reserve a booth and for additional information about
how to get you or your company involved."
Details at
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=qedltncab&v=00157CTivewlimzVvhp_mc55QR7qeOaxE01dl6Tq2N5lgml-zzLRC3T3Vs8AXiMCjo419cBvGlSTzGR3r6H5kuiFpO4c73WuiRcRvmh8ZgaMFs%3D
March 26, Tuesday, Noon to 2 PM. Panel discussion,
women executives of U of M.
Light refreshments, University Center
Ballroom, U of M. RSVP to kobrian(at)memphis.edu by
3/22
(Part of Women's History Month)
March 26, Tuesday, 6:30 PM Women of the
Passion, a drama of Christ's passion
through the eyes of the women present. Church of
the Holy Communion, (Episcopal), 4645 Walnut
Grove Rd.
March 26, Tuesday, 9 am and 7 pm, Hindu
Temple, Lakshmi Jayanti "or birthday of
the Goddess of wealth Shri Lakshmi lies on Phalguna
Poornima (day of full moon in the month of Phalguna).
On this day the devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi with
full devotion to impress her to shower her blessings
on the devotees." Yes, guests are welcome, you
can easily stand or sit to one side and observe.
Memphis has a particularly attractive Hind Temple in
the South Indian style, worth visiting. There
are interesting ceremonies almost every day, but
rarely with much advance notice. See their website at
http://www.icctmemphis.org/
March 26, April 1, April 4, April 10, April
11, Facing History On-line programs. Mainly
for teachers but they may interest many other
people. Details and a list at
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/1439135/0c2fba118f/544982939/b16e3fa1cf/
(Choices in Little Rock; Holocaust and Human Behavior;
Survivor Testimony; Common Core State Standards.)
March 27, Wednesday, 3PM and again at 7 PM,
Facing History program for teachers. Online
info available to everyone. Learning module /
film about A Unitarian couple active in aiding Jewish
refugees in WW II. Details at
http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/1439135/b285442ad2/544973197/b16e3fa1cf/
PASSOVER begins the evening of March
25 and ends the evening of April 2. The Jewish holiday
celebrates the escape from Egypt in the Biblical book of
Exodus. Synagogues have special services; there are
fancy ceremonial dinners the first two evenings. Most
families celebrate with at least one ceremonial dinner
(the "seder" at home or with family.
Chabad has a rather
traditional communal seder the first night, March 25, info
at
https://jewishmemphiscom.clhosting.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1478930/jewish/Seder-RSVP/lang/en
(charge, limited size, reserve early)
Temple Israel
has a more modern and larger seder on the second evening
(March 26) Phone 761-3130
for information / reservations. (charge) (there are of
course other activities at other synagogues.)
March 27, Wednesday, 10-3PM. Meet nursing
students and faculty, U of M Rose
Theatre Lobby
Good Friday is March 29, Easter March 31. There
will be far too many activities around the city for me
to try to list many. In view of all the recent
interfaith things hosted by Heartsong Church, I'll
mention their "Easter Hollow" festival on March 30,
Saturday, 2-5 PM complete with egg hunting, face
painting, and the other usual children's activities.
All welcome. Heartsong Church, 800 N Houston
Levee Rd, Cordova, TN 38018. (A little north of the
far east end of Walnut Grove Road.)
March 29, Friday, Noon. A Good Friday Discussion
of Social Issues put on the the School of
Servant Leadership at Caritas Village. 2509 Harvard
(Binghampton, just south of Sam Cooper Blvd.)
February 1, Friday, 7 PM
Opening Reception for Black History Month. Rose
Theatre, University of Memphis. Free, public, information 678-2054.
The Annual "Lifetime Achievement Award" will be given to
Mr. Cato Johnson of Methodist LeBonheur Healthcare.
February 1 and 2, Friday evening
7:30 PM, Saturday 10:30 AM (Approximate), Visiting lecturer at
Anshei Sfard - Beth El Emeth synagogue.
(Dinner precedes talk on Friday, charge. Info 682-1611. RSVP by
Jan 24 for dinner. Rabbi Dr. Jacob Schacter will speak on
Maimonides Friday ("the nexus of law and philosophy") and on
Saturday "Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik and Religious Zionism"
February 4, 5:30 PM, Duty of the
Hour,
Documentary Movie on Benjamin Hooks. U of
Memphis, Rose Theater. Free but RSVP to bhievents@memphis.edu
as they hope to fill the hall.
February 6, Wednesday, 7 PM. Lecture: "Is the Bible True?
The Bible and History." Prof, David Sperling
(Hebrew Union College), sponsored by Bornblum Judaic Studies, U of
Memphis. Fogelman Center, Room 136, U of M campus. Information
678-2919
February 7 Thursday, Lecture, Isabel Wilkerson, The
Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great
Migration. Facing History and Marcus Orr
Lecture. Reception at 6PM,(refreshments),
Lecture at 6:30. Rose Theater, University of Memphis. Free. Details
and RSVP click here.
February 7, Thursday 6:30 PM Calvary Episcopal -
Fundraiser, $100, To support the Lenten Lecture Series. In
the Great Hall, Calvary Episcopal Church. Gumbo. Beer and
Wine available for purchase. Flier and RSVP info at
http://us4.campaign-archive1.com/?u=5472ab64f8f0fa71714dbebcb&id=1f3ed8411b&e=2f75c3ec8d
Our local professor and activist Jonathan Judaken
has an essay on anti-semitism in the February 4 religion
section of The Huffington Post, http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-judaken/anti-antisemitic-hitmen_b_2617494.html
February 9, Saturday, 2-4 PM One Universe
Gathering.
Our friend Sandeep Pednekar, on behalf of 1
Universe, invites you for the celebration of its
achievements!
Venue: National College of Business and Technology 2576
Thousand Oaks Cove Memphis, TN 38118. Please do RSVP to
sPedneka@Comcast.net
See also the web page at http://www.facebook.com/groups/222193307836378/?fref=ts
For Sandeep's page at WUMR where he does a radio show Tuesday
mornings at 11:30 am
see http://www.memphis.edu/wumr/profile_sandeep.php
February 9, Saturday, 7:30 PM. Concert,
Inventions Trio. Free, St Mary's School. No
tickets, open seating. Buckman Auditorium, corner of Walnut Grove
and Perkins Extended. Classical and jazz, piano, trumpet, cello.
Two of the three are Memphians.
February 9 and 10. The Eroica Ensemble, Free,
Saturday, February 9, 2013, 7:30PM Germantown Performing Arts
Center
Sunday, February 10, 2013, 3:00PM First Congregational Church 1000
S. Cooper St.
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5
("Emperor") Cyprien Katsaris, piano
Beethoven: Symphony No. 6
("Pastorale")
February 10, Sunday, 3-5:30 PM Gallery Talk and
Concert. Temple Israel Museum. The ARt of
Samuel Bak. (Exhibit continues until April 28). RVSP to Jennifer Campbell.
3-4 Talk by Jon Pucker, Pucker Gallery Director, Reception,
4-4:30pm, Concert, 4:30pm-5:30pm "Songs of Life and Hope:
the Musical Poetry of Children from the Holocaust"
Directions can be found here.
February 11, Monday, 6 PM
Blurring the Line Between Religion and Politics. Sponsored
by the League of Women Voters and the Public Issues Forum. Discussion
led by Rev. Stephen Baines of Americans United for Separation of
Church and State. Central Library, 3030 Poplar, Room A (to
the left immediately as you enter the front door.)
February 11 Monday 7:00 p.m Rhodes College Communities in
Conversation.
ALICE KAPLAN - Dreaming in French: The Paris Years of
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, Susan Sontag, and Angela Davis
in Blount Auditorium
For details see http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
February 11, Monday. 7
PM. Hatred and Holy Books. On January
11 or 12 there was a major act of descration of holy books in
Jackson, TN. This included a handwritten Torah scroll and
other objects belonging to the Memphis Hebrew Academy, a Jewish day
school in Memphis. Facing History and Ourselves and several
other organizations are sponsoring a community-wide event at Baron
Hirsch Synagogue. This will include a local and a major out-of-town
speaker and a showing of the documentary film Not in Our Town: Billings, Montana,
about how that community responded to a hate crime
there. More complete information is at
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102630273991-864/Hatred+and+Holy+Books.pdf
Directions to Baron Hirsch can be found at http://memphisirg.org/addresses.html
It was a dreadful
coincidence that on Feb 11, the same day that there was a
meeting in a Memphis Synagogue about the recent desecration of
Jewish objects in Jackson, TN, there was an attack on a mosque
in Nashville. The news report is at
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20130211/NEWS/302110003/Nashville-mosque-vandalized-for-the-second-time?nclick_check=1
February 12, Tuesday 6:45 PM Pax Christi Memphis (The Roman
Catholic Peace group) will host
A Conversation About the Use of Predator Drones
at the University of Memphis Catholic Center, 3625 Mynders
Ave. The presentation will begin at 6:45 p.m. and the public is
invited to attend.
February 13 is Ash Wednesday, the start of Lent (the season
before Easter). There are several important speaker series and
other events during Lent.
Calvary Episcopal Church, downtown 102 N. 2nd Street, Every
Weekday 12:05-12:40. Free, open to all.
Good food (charge) and conversation in the Waffle Shop,
downstairs.
Details and speaker list at http://calvarymemphis.org/lps
Many speakers of special interest to the interfaith community.
I'll list more later, but in the first few days are
Feb 14-15, Rev Otis Moss, Chicago;
Feb 18-19 Rabbi Sandy Sasso, Indianapolis (the
first female rabbi)
Feb 20-21 Rt. Rev John Shelby Spong, Newark, NJ
Feb 22 Rev. Dr. Herbert Nelson II (Presbyterian Office of
Public Witness, Washington. DC)
Feb 25 Imam Feisel Abdul Rauf, Imam of the
so-called "Ground Zero Mosque" in NY.
Feb 26 and March 1 - Phyllis Tickle, important local author on
modern trends in Christianity
Feb 27-28 Brian McLaren "author, speaker, activist, networker"
March 4-5 Marcus Borg (major modern Jesus scholar)
March 6 The Very Rev Andy Andrews (Dean, St. Mary's
Episcopal Cathedral, Memphis)
March 7-8 Rev. Dr. John Philip Newell (Also a
talk on Celtic Christianity, March 7, 7 PM, Church of the Holy
Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove; reception to follow. And a Half-day
Workshop, morning of Saturday March at Holy Communion; $20 for the
workshop, e-mail efarmer@calvarymemphis.org for required advance
registration.)
March 4-5 Marcus Borg (major modern Jesus
scholar)
March 6 The Very Rev Andy Andrews (Dean, St. Mary's
Episcopal Cathedral, Memphis)
March 7-8 Rev. Dr. John Philip Newell (Also
a talk on Celtic Christianity, March 7, 7 PM, Church of the Holy
Communion, 4645 Walnut Grove; reception to follow. And a Half-day
Workshop, morning of Saturday March 9 at Holy Communion; $20 for
the workshop, e-mail efarmer@calvarymemphis.org for required
advance registration.)
March 11-12 Rev Nadia Bloz-Weber
March 13-14 Jeanne Finan (& March 13 6:30 PM, Waffle shop open
before.)
March 15 - Friends of the Groom - A theatre group, whose
perfomances in the past have been outstanding
March 18, Rev Elaine Blanchard, local writer, storyteller, actor.
( A remarkable show, well received, at Balmoral on 3/13.)
March 19-20 Rev. Daniel Matthews, Rector Emeritus, Trinity Wall
Street
March 21-22, Rabbi Micah Greenstein, Temple Israel, Memphis
Feb 14, 5-6:30, Thursday, Rally for One Billion Rising,
supporters include National Organization for Women and
many from the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center. Info
at (Facebook, One Billion Rising-Memphis)
http://www.facebook.com/events/142195932594718/permalink/158838654263779/
Also a party late Saturday Feb 16.
Feb 16, 4:30 PM Sat, Feb 16, 4:30pm Temple Israel
Speaker. ...Phyllis Goldstein,
author of A Convenient Hatred: The History of Antisemitism, who
will provide us with an informative and thought-provoking
afternoon. A havdalah service end of Sabbath) will follow the
program.
Feb 17, JCC, 2 PM a talk like the one above sponsored by
Memphis Jewish Historical Society and Facing History
Feb 17, Sunday, Supper at Majsid As-Salaam,
the mosque at the top of Stratford Rd. (Corner of McCrory), after
the brief 6:00 PM service, to celebrate the end of their annual
Qur'an recital competition which 3:30-8:00 PM
Fri-Sat-Sunday. a talk by Maleck Sarr on "Qur'an and our
families". If you'd like to meet Muslims casually and hear what
they think about the Koran among themselves, this is an
interesting opportunity. (Free.)
February 18, Monday 6 - 9 PM Benefit
Concert $5. To bring
awareness to Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month in February, a
group of local youth with the Student Volunteer Media Group, in
partnership with the Family Safety Center and the Memphis Music
Commission, will host a benefit concert on Monday. Feb. 18 at Hard
Rock Café Memphis (315 Beale St Memphis, TN 38103)
from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information
http://www.familysafetycenter.org/teen-dating-violence-prevention-benefit-concert/
Domestic and sexual violence affect women regardless of their age,
and teens and young women are especially vulnerable. Women ages 16
to 24 experience the highest rates of rape and sexual assault, and
people ages 18 and 19 experience the highest rates of stalking.
Approximately one in three adolescent girls in the U.S. is a
victim of physical, emotional or verbal abuse from a dating
partner, and across the nation, nearly one in ten high school
students have been hit, slapped or physically hurt on purpose by a
boyfriend or girlfriend.
February 21, Thursday, the
luncheon speaker series at Bridges: ISLAM 101,
Understanding the faith. Yasir Qadhi, a teacher
at Rhodes college and scholar-in-residence at the Memphis Islamic
Center, gives an introductory talk over lunch. A chance to hear
this remarkable speaker if you have not; a chance to see a
Bridge's fantastic yourth services building if you have not; a
chance to support Bridges. 377 N. Fifth Street.
T ickets are $20 and tables of 8 can be purchased for $150.
Registration includes lunch. If you have special dietary
requests, please contact them in advance.
Register online by Feb.
18 or contact Chaka Conway at
901.260.3724. The on-line
announcement is here.
(Reminder: Qadhi lectures on the Qur'an every Wednesday at
7:30 PM at the Memphis Islamic Center, as well as speaking at
other programs there. See the ongoing events list at the bottom of
this page.)
February 21, Thursday, 6:30 PM. St. Mary's Episcopal
Cathedral, 692 Poplar. Service for the Feast Day of
Absalom Jones, the first African-American priest of the Episcopal
Church. Our good friend Rev. Colenzo Hubbard of the Emmanuel
Episcopal Center, http://eecmemphis.org/,
will be preaching.
February 21, Thursday, Memphis Theological Seminary
fundraiser,
The Starks Scholarship Dinner. $100. Call Rosalyn R.
Nichols, 901.334.5808, or go to http://starks.memphisseminary.edu/
and click on Starks dinner right.
February 19,26, March 5,12, Tuesday: Balmoral
Presbyterian Church Lenten speakers
Noon Tuesdays and also Wednesday evenings in March. (Brown
Bag lunch, catered dinner Wednesdays)
Noon (brown bag lunch) : Feb 19 Lucy Cummings, Labyrinth
Prayer; Feb. 26 Mike Krech: Prayers of the
People March 5 Rev. Scottie
Brafford,
Praying with our Breath. March 12: Elder Glenda
Ellis Praying in Color
Further details can be found by clicking
here.
February 24, Sunday 11 am (usual worship
service.) Rev. Ann Apple, who has
been of great help to us, will be installed as Associate Pastor at
Idlewild Presbyterian Church, 1750 Union
Avenue.
February 24, 6:30 PM. River City Concert Band at First
Baptist Church (Poplar and East Parkway) $12
($10 students and children) The Phantom of
the Opera with Pipe Organ; Les Miserables;
John Philip Sousa Tuba Concerto performed
by U of M Professor Kevin Sanders
Alleluia! Laudamus Te with Pipe Organ The Merry Wives of
Windsor, Overture http://rivercityconcertband.com/
There are unfortunately two "Not to be missed" events on
February 25!
It is important that we get a good turnout Monday,
Feb 25, for the visit to Memphis of Imam Feisel Abdul Rauf,
the moderate New York Muslim who was spokesman for the
mis-named (by anti-Muslims) "Ground Zero Mosque." He'll
be speaking at the Calvary Lenten Lecture Series 12:05-12:40
PM and then a longer talk in the evening at Rhodes College.
February 25 Monday 7:00 p.m Rhodes College Communities
in Conversation.
IMAM FEISEL ABDUL RAUF - A
New Vision of Islam in America
in the Bryan Campus Life Center. (Imam
Rauf is a leading Muslim moderate, the Imam of the so-called "Ground
Zero Mosque which is well away from and out of sight of "ground
zero", and author of What’s Right with Islam Is What’s
Right with America and most recently Moving the Mountain:
Beyond Ground Zero to a New Vision of Islam in America.
He will also speak at noon at Calvary Episcopal (Lenten Lecture
Series.)
For details see http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
February 25, Monday evening. Purimspiel, Temple
Israel. 7:30 PM but arrive a 7 or earlier for good
seats. Free and always a packed house. The fantastic
annual musical comedy based on the Book of Esther. A
unique event not to be missed. Note that the Book of
Esther is not the most serious book in the Bible; Ian Fleming
noted that the James Bond novels were based on the Book of
Esther, although in the Bible the chases had to be done on
horseback as the modern sports car was unavailable and M's
full name is given. The musical theme this year will be
"Jersey Boys." Adolescents and above, there is a
separate production for children. See the website http://timemphis.org/
for several other events (e.g. Adult Costume party Feb 23,
Kids programs 11-2 Feb 24, Purim service with reading of
the Book of Esther Feb 24 10 AM.)
January 1, 2013 The India Cultural Center and
Temple (Hindu Temple) Has programs and refreshments
much of the day. The schedule is at
http://www.icctmemphis.org/icct/home/NewYear
12:30 - 2:30 PM and 4-5:30 PM might be the best times to visit and
socialize.
The India Cultural Center and Temple (Hindu Temple) has
a great many special programs between December 16 and January 14.
Some information on these Dhanurmasa Celebrations is at
https://www.icctmemphis.org/icct/home/node/243
I note that they seem to have something of interest going on almost
every day anyway, but there usually isn't a lot of advance notice;
if you'd like to plan a visit there, consider getting on their
e-mail list at http://www.icctmemphis.org/
I also have their calendar and can answer some questions; I'll try
to get more data here as time allows.
12005 Highway 64 E., Eads, TN 38028-9314 Phone: (901)
202-6070
Bridge Builders. Beginning
December 1, until February 2, current 6th to 11th graders may apply
for early admission to the year-long Bridge Builders COLLABORATE
program. For further information click
here or call Bridges at 901.452.5600.
January 5. The Workers Interfaith Network offers
a choice of a demonstration against Wage Theft at Holiday Inn (160
Union Ave.) or a meeting at Stone Soup Cafe (993 S. Cooper), 11
-12 noon, followed by lunch at Stone Soup.
Also they want people at the County Commission meeting January
14 when a wage theft ordinance will be
considered. Incidentally, they are advertising to hire an
organizer / staff position, bilingual English/Spanish needed. http://www.workersinterfaithnetwork.org/
332-3570
January 5, 2013, Saturday, 7:30 PM Violin and
piano concert, Balmoral Presbyterian Church. Free.
January 8. Tuesday 6:30 PM Catholic Ministry with Gay
and Lesbian Persons
Marian Hall, Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception,
1695 Central. Usually a 1st Tuesday Potluck, but
this month a catered dinner ($5) on the second Tuesday. A
woman sharing her faith journey from
Judaism to Catholicism. (Editorial note: I'm usually of two
minds on conversion stories. It is nice someone has found a
home; it is sad the first group could not meet their needs?
Perhaps God speaks differently to different people. Anyhow,
such a talk has inevitable links to interfaith ideas.)
January 12, Saturday. Memphis Inter-Religious Group
party and social,
12:30 - 3 PM +/- light lunch provided, brief
program on the history of Jerusalem to encourage discussion.
Free. Ordman residence, 4043 Graham Oaks Ct.
Directions at http://ordman.net/MapToOrdmans.html
RSVP preferred, 327-9735 or edward@ordman.net
January 11, Friday, 5:30-7:30 PM, Art Opening at
Christian Brothers University,
Ross Gallery, lower level of Plough Library, corner of
East Parkway and Central Ave.
Jan 11- Feb 13 exhibit of Photos for Overton Park Conservancy
and woodwork from the Mid=South Woodturner's Guild.
January 11-12, visiting speaker at Baron Hirsch
Congregation I don't usually list visitors
speaking at usual service hours here, but Rabbi Seth Farber
seems of special relevance. Those concerned with what Muslim
governements might look like after the "Arab Spring" may be
interested in the disputes within Israel over what it means to
be a "Jewish State." There will be a dinner at 6:00 PM Friday
(charge, reservations) followed by a talk at about 7:30 on
"How Jewish is the Jewish State?" During the Friday
morning service he will speak on "The crisis of Jewish Life in
Israel" (Abouyt 10:30 AM) and about 4 PM Saturday on "New
Halachot (Jewish legal rulings) from Israel's Rabbinical
Courts." Reservations or info 683-7485.
400 S. Yates Rd (driveway on east side of Yates, somewhat
south of Shady Grove.)
I've had a request from a small church looking for an
inexpensive used van for getting children to church, let me know
if you have an idea. 327-9735.
January 12, Saturday. Memphis Inter-Religious Group
party and social,
12:30 - 3 PM +/- lunch provided (mainly kosher and
halal), brief program on the history of Jerusalem to encourage
discussion.
Free. Ordman residence, 4043 Graham Oaks Ct. Directions
at http://ordman.net/MapToOrdmans.html
RSVP preferred, 327-9735 or edward@ordman.net
January 13, Sunday, 10 AM. Lecture, Prof. Robert Yelle, U of
Memphis.
Holiness in Relation to Law -- Christian and Secular
Interpretations of the Tanach. Or Chadash, New
Conservative Synagogue. Free. Refreshments. 6629 Massey Lane
(west off Kirby, just south of Humphries Blvd.
January 13, Sunday, 2 PM, Lecture, Jewish Community Center,
Free
Dr. Lee Shai Weissbach, Professor of History at the
University of Louisville
Synagogue
Buildings and the Patterns of American Jewish Life
January 15, Tuesday, 11
AM-12 noon. Talk on Celtic Christianity and
the Iona Community, by Rev Stacie Smith.
Free, bring your own brown bag lunch, Balmoral
Presbyterian Church.
January
13 to 15. The India Cultural Center and Temple
(Hindu Temple) has
a Harvest Festival Jan 13-15 with a lot of special programs.
There is a schedule at https://www.icctmemphis.org/icct/home/Sankranti2013
I also have their calendar and can answer some questions;
I'll try to get more data here as time allows.
12005 Highway 64 E., Eads, TN
38028-9314 Phone: (901) 202-6070
January 16. Web seminar by Facing History:
Choices, the
1957 integration of Central High School in Little
Rock. 3 PM. Useful material for teachers
and an introduction to Facing History methods. You can
listen live or you can receive the recorded Webinar. Click
here for details.
Please Help Me: should I be regularly
listing a lot of Facing History events, or just selected
ones?
e-mail me at edward@ordman.net.
January 19, Dinner and Gala, Mid-South Peace and Justice
Center. At First Congregational Church. Dinner is
$30 or $225 for a table of
eight, at 6:30 PM. Program at 7 PM. If you come to the
program at 7, no one is turned away, suggested donation $10.
An evening of local music and local people building
local movements, speaker is Chris Hedges, Pulitzer Prize
winning journalist and notable commentator on the Occupy
Movement.
Canceled. Maybe next year? We are glad you
tried to set this up! January 20,
2013. World Religion Day
is an international celebration held the third Sunday
in January. It was established by the Baha'i Faith in the
United States in 1949. Please view http://www.worldreligionday.org
to know more.
January 22, Tuesday 6
PM Religion, Law, and Reproductive Rights.
Free, sponsored by about 50 local organizations. (Univ
of Memphis Center for Research on Women, Temple Israel, etc.)
University of Memphis University Theater, Anniversary
of Roe V. Wade. Documentary screening and Panel Discussion.
Further info at http://www.memphis.edu/crow/religionlawreproductiverights.php
January 22, Tuesday 6 PM Rhodes College Communities in
Conversation.
JAMES MILLER - Is the Examined Life Worth Living?
in the Bryan Campus Life Center.
For details see http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
January 23, Wednesday. Count the
Homeless. Shifts available all day.
The Point in Time Count is an annual count of people experiencing
street homelessness on one given day of the year, which is
required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development to
retain federal funding for homeless programs. It is also important
that the results from the count provide an accurate reflection of
homelessness in Memphis. Volunteers will be talking
one-on-one with any unsheltered individual willing to be
interviewed. Contact info http://www.communityallianceforthehomeless.com/?page_id=668
January 23 - and every Wednesday evening -
dinner and classes at Calvary Episcopal, downtown,
the link is HERE.
January 24, Thursday, 7 PM. Speaker, Making Sense of
American Jewish Humor, Jack Kugelmass. Jewish
Community Center. Free.
December 1, Saturday, starts 8 AM. The Gospel of
Healing: Black Churches respond to HIV/AIDs. Registration
8, Breakfast 8:30, workshops 10:15 , movie at 11:30 AM.
Christ Missionary Baptist Church, 494 South Parkway East
Details and registration (free, donations accepted) at http://faithandaids.eventbrite.com
December 1, 7:30 PM, Concert at Balmoral Presbyterian
Church. Free.
The Balmoral Chamber Orchestra has presented outstanding concerts in
the past. Many students from local
universities. A combination of classical and Christmas music.
Donations will be accepted, not required, to
benefit A Taste of Hunger, the local interdisciplinary project
fighting hunger in Memphis.
December 2, Sunday, 2:30 - 5 PM. Holiday mixer. League
of Women Voters and Public Issues Forum.
Church of the River. Free
Often a good place to meet and chat informally with state
legislators and other officials.
December 2, One Community, Core Concepts. Meditation at
4 PM , Program at 4:30. A program of the
Institute of Applied Metaphysics, http://www.IAM-COR.org
Speaker every Sunday at 2924 Walnut Grove, Suite 1 (Go through or
behind Republic Coffee House,
corner of Walnut Grove and Racine, just west of Tillman.)
Sunday December 2: Edward Ordman, Judaism and Interfaith.
December 9: John Madsden, The power of the Prism of Perception
December 16: David Stowell, speaking on Rudolph Steiner
December 23: Rev John Gilmore, The Science of Mind
December 30, Jason Rand, talking about Earnest Holmes and his book
The Red Planet.
December 6, Thursday, 7 - 8:35 PM, Movie at
Brooks Museum. Ai Weiwei: Never
Sorry. A feature-length film film about the
internationally renowned Chinese artist and activist who has
garnered international attention as much for his ambitious artwork
as his political provocations. Details
Click Here. $8, less for members/subscribers.
December 9, Sunday, 2 PM, Lecture at Jewish Community
Center. Free.
Spinoza and the Jewish Community.
Mark Kaplowitz, Visiting Professor, Bornblum Judaic Studies, U of
Memphis.
6560 Poplar Avenue, Memphis 38138. Sponsoired by Jewish
Historical Society of Memphis and the Mid-South.
December 9, Sunday, Chanukah Party at Chabad.
2570 Kirby Parkway. 3 PM, Balloon sculpting and other kid
games. 4:00 PM, light the giant menorah (candelabra) for
Chanukah. Latkes (potato pancakes) and other refreshments.
December 13, lunch. The Bridges Justice Forum
Panel discussion on The Future of Higher Education. $20 includes
lunch. Contact
Nikki Haynes at 901.260.3752 for
more information or click
here.
December
14, Friday 6 PM, Chanukah party and
dinner, Temple Israel.
Corky's beef brisket, chicken tenders for the
kids, etc., $12 adults, $6 kids, reserve by Dec
10 at 761-3130
or make reservations online
Followed by Chanukah "Ruach" Service
(lots of music) at 7:30 PM, open to
everyone.
December 12-15. Temple Israel, Jewish Community Center,
Baron Hirsch Synagogue. A
series of programs on Jewish
Genetics fromDecember
12-15. Some primartily for
the medical community but many tasks of
interest to the public. Topics
will include "Cancer risks in the Jewish
population: Is it in our Genes?" and "Dealing
with cancer- Maccabi Style."
The poster is available
here.
December 23, One Community, Core Concepts.
Meditation at 4 PM , Program at 4:30.
A program of the Institute of Applied Metaphysics,
http://www.IAM-COR.org
Speaker every Sunday at 2924 Walnut Grove, Suite 1 (Go through or
behind Republic Coffee House,
corner of Walnut Grove and Racine, just west of Tillman.)
December 23: Rev John Gilmore, The Science of Mind
December 30, Jason Rand, talking about Earnest Holmes and his book
The Red Planet.
--November 2012--
November 4, A Taste of
Hunger. The launch of a major anti-hunger
initiative.The Jewish Federation, Balmoral, The Center for
Transforming Communities, MIFA, The Food Bank and
representatives from Seedco, Rhodes and the University of Memphis
will raise awareness and grow grassroots efforts to end
hunger in Memphis. The banquet will take place at
Anshei Sphard Synagogue, 120 East Yates Rd. North, Memphis 38120
(just north of Walnut Grove, a few blocks inside the expressway).
Volunteers are now being sought to help set tables starting at 2 PM
and other duties later in the day/evening. Contact one of the
sponsoring organizations to volunteer (e.g. Balmoral at
901.767.7510 )
November 7, Wednesday, Jewish Community Center, Movie,
Elie Wiesel Goes Home. Free. 7 PM The
adolescent years of Elie Wiesel, when he encountered the
Holocaust.
November 7, 6-9 PM. Mid-South Peace and Justice Center
workshop: Empowerment for Women. http://www.facebook.com/events/297457917036873/
A -small workshop, you must
contact them promptly if interested.
November 8, 7:30 PM. Movie, Malco Paradiso (Adults.)
Sponsored by Temple Israel and A Bridge of Hope
The film Sex + Money: A
National Search for Human Worth details crimes
against children. View this film to get informed. (This film
is unrated and contains content that may not be suitable for
children under the age of 15.)
November 9 and 10, re Veteran's Day. The
Brooks Museum offers free admission these days to
veterans and their families. Friday and Saturday 11 am - 5 pm.
November 10, Free Health Screening (AARP sponsorship, all
ages welcome)
Greater Memphis Pentecostal Assembly, 8941 E.
Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN 38125
1-866-295-7274. 10 AM - 2 PM. Kids games, prizes,
refreshments.
November 9-11 (day according to religious
service schedule). National Donor Sabbath. Houses
of worship are urged to recruit organ and tissue donors.
Info at http://midsouthtransplant.org/
The Mid-south Transplant Foundation will provide information
kits, forms, speakers if wanted, for your house of worship
(English or Spanish available.) Call 901-328-4438. Yes, they can
provide material for another date if you cannot schedule it for
the second week before Thanksgiving.
November 11, Sunday, 1-6 PM Mid-South
Peace and Justice Center workshop: Emotional support for
activists. http://www.facebook.com/events/240335409426877/
A small workshop, contact promptly if interested.
November 11, Sunday Evening, Facing History Benefit Dinner,
Peabody Hotel. Expensive but well worth it.
http://www.facinghistory.org/offices/memphis
If you can't afford that, an alternative is
November 11, Sunday Evening, 5-7 PM, The Memphis Empty
Bowls Project
$20, $5 kids. Church Health Center Wellness Center (a
building you need to visit, if you never have!),
1115 Union Avenue, Memphis. Dinner of good soup and bread,
silent auction, further info at
http://www.memphisemptybowls.com/ $20
includes the meal and a handcrafted
or handpainted bowl to
take home.
November 12, Facing History Conference,
Engaging
Education: Rethinking Learning, Teaching, and
Achievement in Urban Schools
in Memphis. Info and registration at
http://www.facinghistory.org/urban-education-facing-history
$20 includes lunch. 8:30AM-5 PM,
Fogelman Conference Center, U of Memphis.
November 12, 13, 14. Rhodes College Programs,
"Robert Wistrich: Antisemitism, Nazi Art, and the
Holocaust." A leading expert on
Anti-Semitism.
Details at http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
November 12, 7:00 p.m. at the Jewish
Community Center
Ambivalence and Betrayal: Israel, the Left and the Jews
November 13, 6:00 p.m. in Blount
Auditorium, Rhodes College
Art, Propaganda, and Terror in the Third Reich
November 14, 7:30 p.m. at Germantown
Performing Arts Center
Spectrum Dance
Theater - The Theater of Needless Talents
Tickets for the GPAC show start at $25.
"Spectrum Dance Theater presents a dynamic evening of modern
dance, theatrical vignettes and cabaret inspired by the
Jewish artists who, though confined in the infamous Nazi
fortress Terrazin, sought to generate optimism and affirm
life through the creation and presentation of the arts."
November 13, Tuesday. Lectures by Dr. Walter Brueggemann,
an outstanding Bible scholar. The 2012 Ingram
Lectures of Memphis Theological Seminary. These take place
across the steet from the seminary, Lindenwood Christian
Church, 2400 Union (just east of East Parkway). 11 AM, the
Counter-world of the Psalms. 7 PM, The Food Fight (in the
Bible) and Now.
November 14, Wednesday, Jewish
Community Center, Movie, Free. 7PM.
The Devil's Arithmetic. Sounds like a rather strange movie involving
mysticism, time travel (or dream?), the Holocaust.
Trailer at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJDvORQPv3g
November
14:
Marcus Orr Lecture Schedule - This lecture
series at U of Memphis is usually excellent
and of wide interest.
Reception at 6, lecture at 6:30, University
Center Theater , U of M campus.
Details at http://memphis.edu/moch
Nov 14, Wednesday,
Valerie Hudson, Texas A&M, "Sex and
World Peace" (The best predictor of state
security is how women are treated.)
November
14, Wednesday, Lecture, the University of Memphis. 7 PM
Prof. Shmuel Bolozky, "The Hebrew Language, Past
and Present."
Fogelman Center, Room 123. Further information,
678-2919.
Nov 14. All Day Conference (fee) Experience how neighborhoods
can come together
8:30 am to 4:30 pm Rhodes College, McCallum Ballroom
The work of ‘neighborhood’ is
complex and a life long journey with relationships at the
core. It is work that is challenged by the era of
enormous isolation in which we live and by an over-dependence
on systems and institutions to solve problems and meet
needs. Neighborhood is fostered by a culture of care
that emerges when neighbors are connected and communities are
restored. Walter Brueggemann, John McKnight, and Peter
Block are three thought leaders from very different
disciplines who have spent their lives illuminating a pathway
toward creating a different future that emerges out of
community, neighborliness and vision for the common
good. Together, we will weave new insights into
building a sense of community and a common destiny that can
awaken a new vision of what our neighborhoods and cities can
be.
For more information contact info@ctcmidsouth.org or
901-324-3005. http://www.ctcmidsouth.org
The flier is now available here
November 15, Thursday (one week before Thanksgiving)
Thanksgiving Dinner
A joint dinner between Memphis Islamic Center and Heartsong
Church
Announcement
click here or call 901.231.9340
or email facilityadmin@@memphisislamiccenter.org.
$5, children under 6 free. Reserve promptly.
November 17, Saturday, 10 am - 2 PM
Memphis Theological Seminary. 168 East
Parkway South. Tours of the stately home occupied by the Seminary;
the home is 100 years old. Info
334-5805 . Invitation
here.
November 17, 3 PM. Talk, An Illuminating look at
Tiffany Lamps, with special consideration of
Tiffany Windows in Memphis. Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal Church,
1720 Peabody. Talk by Lindsay Parrott, Director and Curator of the
Neustadt Collection in New York, in conjunction with the present
exhibit at the Brooks Museum. She'll also talk Sunday at
2 PM at the Brooks, but there you have to pay the museum admission
and you don't get to see the windows at Grace-St.Luke's.
November
17 and 18, Concerts by the Eroica Ensemble
Saturday, 7:30 PM, GPAC; Sunday, 3:00 PM, First
Congregational Church. Free
Mozart: piano Concert #[not told]; Rimsky-Korsakov,
Scheherazade, Scott Yoo on violin.
November 17, Thanksgiving program and dinner, Indian
Cultural Center and Temple. Starts
at 6 PM with tea/coffee/snacks, Welcome 6:30-6:50,
ceremonies and dances start at
6:50, dinner at about 9 PM. Donations solicited but not
required. Directions on our address page here.
More detail at
http://www.icctmemphis.org/nl/2012/Thanksgiving_2012.html
Auction of a unique wooden Maha Lakshmi sculpture.
November 19, 6 PM, League of Women Voters, Main
Library. Free. Discussion of the
Citizens United decision and political financing.
November 20, Tuesday, Interfaith Thanksgiving Service,
7 PM, Balmoral Presbyterian Church. A joint
service involving at least Presbyterian, Methodist Jewish,
Catholic, I'm not sure who else....
You may enjoy this piece in the Commercial Appeal:
Thoughts for the day after the election:
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/nov/03/faith-in-memphis-panels-nonpartisan-election/
November 22, Thanksgiving. Where are there
interesting religious-group sponsored Thanksgiving
Dinners on Thanksgiving Day? One of
my favorites is just over an hour's drive east of
Memphis, at the Presbyterian Camp at Pinecrest. http://www.camppinecrest.org
Adults $15, children to age 8 $11. Thanksgiving
dinner, hayrides, bonfire, out in the woods.
Reservations necessary 901.878.1247
The last time my grandchildren went there, they made it a day trip,
going on in the
afternoon to Shiloh National Military Park, a little farther
east. http://www.nps.gov/shil/index.htm
November 23, Friday, 5 PM., Holiday Cookout at Masjid
As-Salaam. Free, they bring the beef,
you bring dessert (Non-Muslims can bring fruit or not bring, to
avoid problems of dietary laws). Muslim Society
of Memphis | 1065 Stratford
Road | Memphis | TN | 38122 (at the
foot of Covington Pike.)
An excellent chance to meet our Muslim neighbors in an informal
setting.
November 25, Sunday, 2012, 7:00 p.m.
Memphis Islamic Center. Lecture "Animal Rights in Islam",
Free. Sh. Yasir Qadhi
speaks about this underrepresented topic. "Islam not only came to give dignity to
mankind but also gave rights to animals. Whether you're a
pet owner or just curious about the topic, this is one
presentation you won't want to miss! " Further info
click
here.
November 25, Sunday, 7:30
PM. Free Concert, Baron Hirsch Synagogue.
Yue Chu on piano. The Artists Ascending series presents concerts by
young artists early in their careers. Several have gone on to become
very famous. Mr. Chu has performed from Tianjin to Calgary and
appeared in numerous major music competitions and festivals.
An outstanding musical opportunity and a chance to see an Orthodox
synagogue if you haven't done so. 400 South Yates Rd (down
behind other things, there is a sign but the driveway is not
conspicuous. Just south of Shady Grove Rd on the east side.) A
chance to visit with people and some modest free refreshments at
intermission.
November
27, 5:30 PM. Rhodes
College Lecture.
Amy Singer: The Ottoman Conquest of Jerusalem. Blount
Auditorium
details at http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
Wednesday, November 28, 2012, 6:00pm -
9:00pm Midsouth Peace and Justice Center Workshop. 3573
Southern Ave., Memphis,
Tennessee 38111 Click on the link here to go to the
Facebook page for registration information: ENDING RACISM –
BUILDING ALLIANCES BETWEEN WHITE PEOPLE AND PEOPLE OF COLOR
November 29, Thursday, 5-9 PM. Holiday open house and
cookout at Mid-South Peace and Justice Center. Visit
their new offices at 3573
Southern, just south of the railroad tracks between
Highland and the U of M campus. Cohosted with
GrowMemphis and the TN Immigrant and Refugee
Rights Coalition. Facebook invitation at
http://www.facebook.com/events/140128429469307/
November 29, Thursday, 7:00 PM, Temple Israel.
Live Interview by Video from NY 92nd St. Y:
Science, Religion, and the Search for Meaning,
presented by Chief Rabbi (of England) Lord Jonathan Sacks
with Ira Flatow. Free. At the same time, as an alternate
activity, an evening of Kosher Asian cooking with samples to
eat. The cooking program has a charge ($15 nonmembers). Phone
937-2790 for reservations,
more info at http://www.timemphis.org/files/Voice_Nov_20121.pdf
October 2010
Early Voting is Oct 17
- Nov 1. For full details click
here.
The major Muslim Holiday, Eid El-Adha, is this week. It commemorates Abraham's
binding his son as an offering, and is
also climactic event of the Hajj (pilgrimage) season. There are a number of local
events associated with it. On Friday, October 26,
there will be a gigantic prayer
service at the Cook
Convention Center starting at 9 AM. Yasir Qadhi preaching.
Info 901-231-9340. There will be a dinner (free) the
evening before, Thursday, October 24, at
6:15 PM, at Masjid As-Salaam (top of Stratford Rd.
at McCrory) which might be an more
interesting occasion for non-Muslims. I
expect that women and men may
eat in separate areas of the mosque.
There will be a party Sunday,
October 28, noon
to 6 PM, at the Memphis Islamic Center (well
out east, see the address
page). Kids games, rides, and food will
be available free of charge. Another excellent chance to visit with
Muslims socially if you are not
comfortable praying with them.
October 25,
Bridges Fundraiser. $75 per person. "Come help us mark BRIDGES' 90th anniversary when we
host Cory Booker, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, for a lunch event
on Thursday, Oct. 25 from noon to 1:30 p.m." http://www.bridgesusa.org/leadershipinaction
October 26, Friday, 6:30 PM. Half the Sky.
Free Movie, U of Memphis, University
Center, River Room. "The
oppression of women and girls is evident across the globe,
but it is also being confronted, and real meaningful
solutions are being fashioned through health care,
education, and economic empowerment for women and girls." The movie trailer is at
http://www.halftheskymovement.org/pages/film. Further
info, Center for Research on Women, 901-678-2770.
October
26-27, Episcopal Diocese of West Tennessee, program of
Anti-Racism Training. 8:30 am to
4:00 pm each day, St. George's Episcopal Church, 2425
Germantown Road South, $30. I believe this is a program for
training church staff members and volunteers but may well be
of interest to others. The
flier is here.
October 28, Sunday 2 PM . Daniel Pearl "Harmony
for Humanity" Concert .
Morris S. Fogelman Jewish Student Center at
Hillel of Memphis, Pearl BBG & Facing History and Ourselves
are pleased to announce the Daniel Pearl "Harmony for Humanity"
Concert 2012, showcasing our very own talented students, faculty,
and community members. University Theater,
University of Memphis. Free, open to all.
Patrick Lawler, CEO of Youth
Villages, will receive Pearl BBG's Daniel Pearl
Legacy Award.
Some further details are here.
October 29 and 30,
Celebrating Ida B. Wells at 150, several
programs at Rhodes College celebrating this important Memphis
Civil Rights leader. Lectures Monday at 6:30 PM, Tuesday at 4
PM, play Tuesday 6 PM. The details are at http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
October 31, Wednesday, Multicultural Breakfast
at the U of Memphis Holiday Inn, sponsored by Leadership
Memphis. 7:30-9:30 AM. Posted by "1 Universe" at http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=537852786228446&set=o.222193307836378&type=1&relevant_count=1
November 1, 8 am -1 PM,
Conference at the Church Health
Center: "Dying Well".
A conference
for clergy and congregational
leaders. The
announcement is at
http://www.churchhealthcenter.org/assets/1850/clergy_conference_flyer_2012.pdf
November 2 and 3: Dreams,
God's Forgotten Language: a Two-Part Workshop. $30.
Friday 6-8:30 PM and and Saturday 9-3
at Calvary Episcopal Church. For details click
here.
Marcus Orr Lecture Schedule - This lecture series at U of
Memphis is usually excellent and of wide interest.
Reception at 6, lecture at 6:30, University Center
Theater , U of M campus.
Details at http://memphis.edu/moch
Sept 13 Thursday - Kristen Iversen, U of M
Creative Writing program, discusses her book
"Full Body Burden: Growing Up in the Nuclear
Shadow of Rocky Flats."
Sept 27 Thursday - Kevin Campbell, U of
Minnesota, Partisanship and the Presidency.
October 18, Thursday, Katherine Bassard,
Virginia Commonwealth Univ., discusses her book:
"Transforming Scriptures: African American Women
Writers and the Bible."
Nov 1, Thursday, Deborah Gray White, Rutgers
Univ., Brown Sugar Melts: African American Women
at the Turn of the Millennium.
Nov 14, Wednesday, Valerie Hudson, Texas A&M,
"Sex and World Peace" (The best predictor of state
security is how women are treated.)
The Mid-South Peace and
Justice Center, http://midsouthpeace.org/,
has a significant new project, Healing the Breech,
working on ways to improve relations between the
community and the police so as to reduce violent
conflict between the police and others in the
community. Leaders of religious groups,
educators, and others with potential relevant
audiences, might well want to be in touch with
MSP&JC. MSPJC
Organizing Coordinator Melissa Miller-Monie, is the point person for
the Community-Police Re;ations project.
The Memphis Friendship
Foundation, the
group developing the park between the Memphis
Islamic Center and Heartsong Church, is busy forming
working committees and needs more members,
particularly Muslims. the call is found
here or you can please email Steve
Stone at sstone at memphisfriendshipfoundation dot
org or call him at 337-1346.
Among the Farmer's Markets in town, two supporting
important organizations are the ones
at MIFA, Tuesday 10-2 (indoors in bad weather), 910
Vance Avenue, Memphis, TN 38126 (901) 527-0208, http://www.mifa.org/
and at The Memphis Botanic Garden, Weds 2-6, 750 Cherry Road,
Memphis, TN 38117, http://www.memphisbotanicgarden.com (Farmers market ends
end of October, I believe)
Need I add that both organizations have interesting activities and
volunteer opportunities?
If you are "out east" do find occasion to visit Heartsong Church
at 800 North Houston Levee Road Cordova,
TN 38018
and the Memphis Islamic Center almost next door at
10225 Humphreys Road. They have purchased the land in between for
a common park space celebrating interfaith friendship in Memphis.
http://www.memphisfriendshipfoundation.org/
The big weekly services (with the sermon) at mosques is on Friday,
the Memphis Islam Center has its at 12:40 PM (Masjid
As-Salaam has it at 1:15 PM).
October 2, 7 PM DOZIER AWARD CEREMONY at Christian Brothers
University
The Bishop Carroll T. Dozier Award for Peace
and Justice will be presented to Pastor Keith Norman on
October 2, 7:00 p.m. in the University Theater. As pastor of
First Baptist Church, located in the Binghampton community,
he is the shepherd of a ministry that is dedicated to serve
a predominantly African-American community in transition,
which is targeted for revitalization in housing, education,
and crime prevention. He currently serves as the Tennessee
State Conference NAACP Religious Affairs Chairman and in
February 2012 was elected to the NAACP's Special
Contribution Fund Board of Trustees. He serves as a chaplain
with the Law Enforcement Chaplains Corps of the Shelby
County Sheriff's Department. He serves as cochairman of the
Board of Directors of the Shelby County Health Care
Corporation (The MED), and the Memphis PREP Program. Norman
is a 2010 Presidents Volunteer Service Award recipient. The
Dozier Award for Peace and Justice is named for Bishop
Carroll T. Dozier, the first Bishop of the Catholic Diocese
of Memphis and a leader in race relations, peace and
justice. Bishop Dozier served as Bishop of Memphis from
1971-1982. This event is free and open to the public.
(This is the University Theater at Christian Brothers
University, lower left corner of the campus map at http://cbu.edu/about/campusmap.html
)
October 2, 7 PM. Temple Tuesdays, Temple Israel. Live
video feed of Thomas Friedman on "That Used to Be Us:
How America Fell Behind in the World it Invented and
How We Can Come Back". Alternatively: a presentation
of "The MIkveh Project", the new Temple Israel Museum
show on the place of water in the sacred narrative.
Click
here for the flier. (
http://www.timemphis.org/files/TempleTuesdays2Oct2012.pdf
)
October 3. Planning Meeting for World Religion Day
The
big event will be Sunday, January 20th,
2013 Bio-Works Center 1-5pm (please view the
beautiful building at www.memphisbioworks.org)
Planning meeting:
Date:
Wednesday, October 3rd
Agenda:
Pre-program ideas and committee outreach
Time: 6:30
pm-8 pm
Place: Open
Heart Spiritual Center
Sponsor
Host: John M.
Gilmore, Minister & Spiritual Director
Address:
2489 Broad Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112
Please anticipate a pre-registration form in
October for your organization if you reserved a booth. We only
have a few booths available, so please let us know if your
religious group is interested.
For non-profits we will have a combined free hand-out table.
Contact person: Saci
Roy, wrdmemphis@yahoo.com
October 4, MIFA
Fundraiser, Feed the Soul The
Warehouse, 36 East G.E. Patterson, 6-10 PM, $40.
http://www.mifa.org/feedthesoul
October 6th, Saturday, 7:30 PM, Free Concert,
Balmoral Presbyterian Church,
Dvorak, Beethoven, Sugiyama.
Donations
collected for Breast Cancer Research.
This orchestra, with many local college students, has
been extremely creative in their choice of works to
perform.
Sometimes they are able to perform modern works you
cannot hear elsewhere.
6th & 7th of
October : The Universal Fest
Filled with Fun, Food & Frolic - Mobilizing
Artistic & Cultural groups in the Mid-South
When: Saturday Oct 6th 10 AM - 10 PM, Sunday Oct 7th 11
AM-10 PM
Where: Rose Theater & The Plaza, University of Memphis
Why: To harmonize the Community and Enrich Communal and Economic
Development
How: Integration of diverse synergies through celebration of
Ethnic Heritages, Cultural Arts and Crafts, Performances,
Competitive Contests, sharing of Non-Profit and For Profit
Programs and services through Business EXPOs
Booths can now be resreved, $25
Further info: http://www.facebook.com/events/402684833118614/permalink/403604883026609/
October 6 and 7 - I don't normally list just things you can
see on the web, but I can't help noticing that the General
Conference of the Church of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons) is meeting
in Salt Lake City and a lot of the events are available live
on-line from the Brigham Young University campus TV station
website, http://byutv.org/
The announcement is at http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=nzzov8cab&v=001TEa7HUw8hRF5kwlviq7mvZ1SqG3hpM0mrmARKOwAFiIMYhx2fWsvtZsZso3c6kBcOu9s1_lK9xDIhYwwsyWLbjoNdgU-B_egPJSnGGw8DW3_QVe6GV-JNP0aQyl05JhunB9Xwz9NZLBvWEc3AGQjWppcatP7a_qTtpgcRDZCdVZcbpLoAL3L5GTp641LfPNkb8orhe1ZzCkUJIekYS-yqw%3D%3D
October 6, Blessing of the Animals. On
Saturday, October 6, 4 PM Calvary Episcopal Church will host a
Blessing of the Animals at the pavilion next to Overton Bark at
Overton Park, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Bring dogs, cats, hamsters,
horses, teddy bears, and everything in-between for a joyous
service of praise and thanksgiving for all ages.
We will ask God’s blessing on our animal friends, pray for all of
God’s creatures, and remember the animal friends we have lost in
the past year.
October 7, 1:30 PM, Jewish Historical Society Lecture,
Early American Jewry. Talk by Phil Steele. Among
other things, his Great-great-great-great Grandfather was a
medic at Valley Forge. Jewish Community Center.
The
flier is here.
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1102630273991-692/2012-09-27+Phil+Steel.pdf
October 7, Temple Israel. Simchat Torah. 6 PM. The
annual reading of the Torah (first five books of Moses) concludes
and starts again. A great time to visit a synagogue since you get
a much better sense of the use of the handwritten Torah scrolls
than at other times.
6 - 6:45 PM service with singing, refreshments, more songs and
talk of Torah start at 7:30 PM. Dan Nichols, musician.
The
flier is here.
http://www.timemphis.org/files/OctoberVoice-Vol67No2-20123_000.pdf?utm_source=Temple+Israel+News&utm_campaign=7aeb0df9f0-TI_News_25_Sept_2012&utm_medium=email
October 7, Sunday, 7 PM. Memphis Islamic Center. "A Muslim Roadmap to Tennessee Elections"
Put on by The "American Center for Outreach" http://acotn.org/ Of
interest to those who would like to see how a largely immigrant
community, many of whose members did not come from democratic
states, educates its members on the workings of American
democracy.
October will be
"Domestic Violence Awareness Month". After about seven
years of effort, the Family Safety Center of Memphis and Shelby
County is finally operating, a one-stop service center for victims
of family violence, web site
http://www.familysafetycenter.org/.
In this connection,
Tuesday,
October 9, 7:00pm – 8:15pm Sigma Nu and Family Safety Center
Presents Telling Amy's Story
Blount Auditorium, Rhodes College. Documentary hosted by actress and
activist Mariska Hargitay, and told by detective Deirdri
Fishell, the documentary follows the timeline of a domestic
violence homicide that occurred on November 8, 2001.
Event Agenda: Showing of “Telling Amy’s Story”; Presentation about the Family Safety
Center; Q&A
Panel
(meet-and-greet for pre-law students at 6:30 PM)
Full information can be found here.
Further inquiries or RSVP to olliette@familysafetycenter.org
October 11, Thursday,
7:30 p.m. Church
of the Holy Communion (Episcopal), Lecture, Exploring
the Mormon faith with Historian of American Religion
Matthew Bowman. The
flier is here:
http://www.holycommunion.org/life-at-chc/speaker-series/matthew-bowman/.
Part of a speaker series. 4645 Walnut
Grove Road, Memphis, TN 38117. Phone: 901.767.6987
Saturday, October 13, 6-9 PM, Fundraising Dinner for Syrian
Humanitarian Relief (Islamic Relief USA, Muslim
Society of Memphis). $15., Pleasant Hill School. Speakers include
leaders of Memphis Islamic Center and two other Memphis mosques
(As-Salaam and Al-Noor).
The
flier is here.
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=6nsxchcab&v=001HZh_ryKk0qfheC3QzPE3xA16FPUNGrJ0OZlOoSWYFA6Zj0EtrJlKNJf5j0zIRa63eIhhHtPaBCZcAe39hXceg2wnz4lIjAXylOijjI7exkjdGdVDh7125xAwdCDErkcT
October 14, 7 PM, Germantown Performing Arts Center. (charge)
National Circus of the
People's Republic of China, Cirque Chinois. http://gpacweb.com/
October 14, Sunday. The Catholic Ministry with
Gay and Lesbian Persons (CMGLP) is hosting a
Multi-Faith Cookout starting at 4:30pm. Downstairs
in the Marian Hall, behind the Immaculate Conception
Cathedral, 1695 Central Avenue. Hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks,
condiments provided. If you have not made the acquaintance of
the religious gay / lesbian / etc. community, or just wish to
meet people of other faiths, this is a good occasion.
October 15, Monday, Monday, 6:30 pm- 7:45 pm
League of Women Voters.
Discussion of health policy.
Memphis Central Library, 3030
Poplar Avenue Rm. B-C
.
The Supreme Court’s decision last June leaves it to each state
to decide whether it will implement the part of the Affordable
Care Act that reforms Medicaid and enables more low income
families to enroll in the program. This means that
within the next few months state officials must decide whether
to expand Medicaid to the most vulnerable among the insured –
those who are living in or just above poverty. The state's
decision will directly affect the lives of over 330,000
uninsured Tennesseans, over 60,000 of whom live in Shelby
County. The decision will also have major effects on the local
economy, local government and on the viability of the
health care infrastructure on which we all depend.
October 16, Tuesday. Watch the debate in a group. 7:30
PM. If you are new to debate
watching, and not averse to being with a
pro-Planned-Parenthood group, There will be a group watching
together. RSVP at
http://www.ppaction.org/site/R?i=gqapauVbTGx3WkYAIH_s-Q
October 17, 7 PM. Memphis Jewish Federation fund-raising
kickoff, with the Memphis Symphony's "Opus
One" with DJ Redeye. Soulsville, 915 East McLemore. $10
in advance, $15 at the door. Click
here for the flier.
( http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=h5qf57cab&v=001sR9KXnYiTHjgMh_HCdiGmN9qWvht4DxpEcfBBzaIf_2_mJjGpSFHDYNI10AKm7fE-XJMHbO5BML330e3r9yFq6-a-f89tB0NXe3TmGvp3qQ%3D
)
The Mikveh Project, an
exhibit on sacred used of water, is now open at
the Temple Israel Museum
The feature-length film, Muhammad: Legacy of a
Prophet, is now available free. It
is online
at http://www.muhammadfilm.tv/
If you need it on
DVD, e.g. for a group, let us know
(admin@memphisirg.org)
Those interested in the details of the Muslim
pilgrimage to Mecca might like to see the
videos of Sh. Yasir Qadhi's talks on the practical
details of the "Hajj". He does give talks this
season at the Memphis Islamic Center, which
Muslims planning on Hajj are urged to attend. But
if you just want to get some of the flavor, some
of the videos are at
http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/737/the-fiqh-of-hajj-and-practical-advice-for-hajj-by-shaykh-yasir-qadhi/
and at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F033XuwJlYc&feature=youtu.be
October 15 -24, extensive ceremonies at the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple
(Hindu: Brahmatsovam and Navaratri.)
Many celebrations on most days, often at 9 am and
6:45 PM but many other hours as well. http://www.icctmemphis.org/cgi/tpl/new.php
October 18. The Southern Poverty Law Center, a
leading charity in fighting race and religious-based
hatred, has a new documentary movie about Ethel
Kennedy. HBO October 18, 8 PM Central, available
"on demand" October 19,
http://www.hbo.com/#/documentaries/ethel
http://www.splcenter.org/
October 20, Saturday, 7:00PM onwards.
DANDIYA Festival at Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
This is a very major and colorful folk dance festival.
(You can get the flavor by doing a search on "Dandiya"
and looking at the YouTube videos that come up.)
Traditional Indian garb, or colorful full skirts and
other festive dress highly recommended.
India Cultural Center and Temple | 12005 Hwy
64 E. | Eads | TN | 38028 Directions
at http://memphisirg.org/addresses.html
October 18&20 Gandhi-King
Youth and Community Conference
This year this will be at Bridges, 477 N.
Fifth St. Youth programs 18th,
adult programs 20th.
It is time to
register for the Gandhi-King
Conference, October 20. (Flexible fee,
and very well worth it.
This Memphis event attracts people
from all over the country, and has
outstanding speakers.)
Schedule and information at
http://www.gandhikingconference.org/
Register at
https://peaceserver.midsouthpeacedb.org/civicrm/event/register?&cid=0&res
Munoj Jain's relevant article in the Commercial Appeal
is at
http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/oct/15/dr-manoj-jain-gandhi-king-conference-to-our/
October 20, Saturday, 5-7 PM. Annual Meeting of
the Mid-South Peace and Justice Center,
taking place at Bridges, 477 N. Fifth St., in connection
with the Gandhi-King Conference. Do come, even you can't
make all of the day-long conference,
October 21, Kosher BarBeQue contest and festival
at Anshei Sfard. All day, but most active
about 11:30 - 3. Free, all welcome. This got
some nice national press copverage last year when a
Muslim team won one of the prizes. Schedule etc. at http://www.asbeekosherbbq.com/
October 21, Sunday, 10 AM - 1 PM. Free Flu shots
at the Memphis Islamic Center, and a chance to visit it
if you have not! (Ages 9 and up, is the word as of
Sunday morning) Address here.
Announcement here.
Sept 2012
September 3, Monday, 10 am to noon:
Improving Birth: National Rally for Change.
Join us on Labor Day as we stand
together in support of evidence-based maternity care, to reduce
the unnecessarily high rate of inductions and cesareans; to
provide women with care that is based on the evidence not just
standard policies and practices. Men, women, and children warmly
welcomed. *Wear purple*
We'll be in front of the main entrance of Baptist
East. Look for a bunch of balloons!! :)
Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/events/461331593886957/
September 3,
Monday, Labor Day. Faith and Labor Picnic, Workers Interfaith
Network. 11 AM to 2 PM, Trinity United
Methodist Church grounds, 1738 Galloway. Good organization booths,
a nice variety of people, a good cause, good entertainment (e.g.
Alicia Washington, Ballet Folklorico, Rolling Head Orchestra) ,
usually a talk by Steve Cohen. Now is the time to reserve space
for your organizations booth, August 20 deadline to be listed in
the program as a sponsor. August 27 deadline for discounted
tickets online. http://www.workersinterfaithnetwork.org/
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED to help with this event, shifts are from 11:00 -
12:30 and 12:30 to 2:00.
If you can help, e-mail rebekah@workersinterfaithnetwork.org
Sept 4 -7, Incredible Pizza in Germantown
collecting school supply donations and is giving 15% of
Friday Sept 7 proceeds to Porter-Leath,
a major service organization for children in Memphis. Their
newsletter is here
and the event flier is here.
Thursday, September 6, 10:30 am. ONE FAITH,
MANY COLORS. A series of talks
organized by MIFA, info at http://mifa.org/onelightmanycolors
Talks at Town Village Audubon Park Retirement
Community, 950 Cherry Rd., Memphis, TN 38117
Thursday, August 16, 10:30 am---Alex Wellford,
Third Church of Christ, Scientist
Thursday, August 23, 10:30 am---Ron McDonald, Memphis Friends
Meeting (Quakers)
Thursday, August 30, 2 pm---Rev. Shane Stanford, Senior Pastor,
Christ United Methodist Church
Thursday, September 6, 10:30 am---Bob McBride, Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons)
These have been outstanding talks. Pointers to videos of last
years talks can be found in the right-hand column of
http://faithinmemphis.com/category/faith-matters/
September 7. Registration deadline for Bralapalooza.
Design an art bra in support of Hadassah's project
promoting breast cancer awareness and women's health
issues. The registration deadline is September 7. Art
bras need to be submitted by October 10th. Drop off location
is Sensational Sofas at Carrefour at Kirby Woods, 6685
Poplar Ave. Contact Hadassah (Jewish women's
organization) via http/www.memjfed.org/
Saturday, September 8 - Temple Israel and PJ
Library of Memphis host Shabbat with musician Ellen Allard
Sunday, September 9, A good time to give blood.
Joint Blood Drive, Heartsong Church and Memphis
Islamic Center. The Lifeblood bloodmobile will be
at the Memphis Islamic Center accepting walk-ins from 7 am to 4
pm. An excellent chance to perform this important form of charity,
and to visit the Memphis Islamic Center and/or Heartsong
Church if you have not yet visited this nationally visible center
of interfaith cooperation in the eastern suburbs of Memphis.
10225 Humphreys Road, Cordova, TN 38018, just east of Houston
Levee Road north of the east end of Walnut Grove.
On the same day, the Bloodmobile will be at Temple
Israel, 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM, 1376 E. Massey
Road, Memphis, TN 38120, parallel to and west of Kirby Pkwy. north
of Poplar, south of Humphreys Blvd (which is unrelated to Humphreys
Rd. above.)
Tuesday, Sept. 11, 6:30 PM Ed Wallin speaks at
"Theology on Tap", a Catholic Ministry for Young
Adults, at La Hacienda Mexican, 1760 N Germantown Pkwy,
Cordova, TN 38016
This ought to be of broad interest this month: the speaker will
be Ed Wallin, local peace activist and interfaith activist (known
to some as Janice Vanderhaar's husband!)
From the advertisement: The Soldier Who Works for Peace: He broke
up riots, integrated restaurants, jumped out of airplanes, and
now, he helps veterans heal from the emotional wounds of
war.
See the rest of the poster at http://hosted.verticalresponse.com/1021147/599d2d8b4e/1612091231/df5ba447c8/
Washington,
DC | www.adc.org |
July 25, 2012 ― The
US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that
Syrian nationals in the United States may apply for Temporary
Protective Status (TPS) on March 29, 2012. USCIS grants TPS when
nationals of a country are prevented from returning to that
country safely. Designation of Syria as
a country eligible for TPS allows Syrian nationals that arrived
to the US prior to March 29, 2012 to stay in the US for a
temporary period of 18 months. ...
Syrians eligible for TPS must file their application no later
than September 25, 2012.
Comment: Jews recall the times leading up to World War II when
the US would not grant even temporary asylum to Jews. Readers of
Maria Von Trapp's books (which are not identical with the plot of
the Sound of Music) will recall that not long after the Von Trapps
first reached the US, the US expelled them and required them to
return to Europe. While the US does not always do the right
thing, it is nice to note any sign of improvement in such matters.
News from Facing History: The Annenberg
Institute for Civics at the University of Pennsylvania that
provides not only a comprehensive summary of the field of civic
education but also relies on Facing History and Ourselves'
national study to demonstrate the benefits of civic learning,
specifically the impact of a well-designed program on civic skills
and dispositions.
"Guardian
of Democracy: The Civic Mission of Schools" report provides
a comprehensive look at the role civic learning plays in
maintaining our democracy, examines the major problems confronting
civic learning, shows six proven practices in effective civic
learning, and provides recommendations for policy makers,
educators, and all citizens. I encourage you to look to page 17
specifically to see how Facing History's work is referenced.
September 20, Thursday ,7PM, Calvary Episcopal Church
Celebration of New Ministry of The
Rev. Christopher D. Girata. 21st Rector.
Sept 21-23 Memphis Peace
and Harmony Days
This year, Khenpo Gawang Rinpoche
will be conducting a peace retreat at Pema
Karpo for three days following the tradition
of Tibetan Buddhism, at the request of its
members. In order to create a large
peaceful effect throughout Memphis (and
beyond) Khenpo has invited religious
leaders and organizations in Memphis
to participate in Memphis Peace and
Harmony Days by holding a
peace activity in their own
religious traditions and then letting us
know what they will be doing. We hope
you will join us in cultivating peace
together.
Details at http://memphispeaceandharmony.org/ schedule was also in
CA on Wednesday Local Section 2B
Sponsorship by
http://www.pemakarpo.org/
Essay about this at http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2012/sep/15/buddhist-candia-ludy-writes-guest-column-about/
Sept 23 - Mid-South Peace and Justice Center
is collecting objects for a yard sale:
Moving Sale/Donate
your Junk for Justice Saturday, 7:00am -
12:00pm in CDT at Mid-South Peace and
Justice Center
There are "Ganesh" events all week at the
Indian Cultural Center / Temple. But the events
on Sept. 23 are now so oversubscribed that admission is by
ticket only.
September 23,
Sunday. Ganesh Festival at the Indian Cultural
Center and Temple.
One of the major events of the Hindu year in
Memphis.
"Our mission is to provide fun filled, festive environment and
promote social and the religious aspect of Ganesh Festival
that is close to our Indian roots to unite all Indian
communities in Greater Memphis area."
The poster is
now on-line at http://www.icctmemphis.org/nl/ganesh-2012.html
Some spectacular films of last year's
festival are at
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZOkAVaw2Ww&feature=share
Sept 24 Sunday, 11:45
PM - Tashlich at Temple Israel. As I've
commented earlier, synagogues tend to be so crowded on
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur that it is not usually a good
time to visit. Some of the smaller ancillary programs are
interesting and colorful, however. There is a free
lunch and ceremonial "casting off of sins" at Temple
Israel, Sunday at 11:45 PM. http://www.timemphis.org/images/HHD_Tashlich.jpg
address etc at http://www.timemphis.org
Sept 24, Sunday, 3:30-5:340 PM Temple Israel
opening reception for a new exhibit in the
Temple Israel Museum, "The Mikveh Project", details at http://www.timemphis.org/about/museum.htm
Sunday, September 23 4 PM
Movie: Le Havre @ Rhodes College, Blount
Auditorium, Buckman Hall
Admission: Free and open to the public
Tournees French
Film Festival
Aki Kaurismaki's La Havre stars Andre Wilms as
Marcel, a free-spirited, good-natured writer who is
currently making a living as a shoeshiner. He meets
Idrissa (Blondin Miguel), an African refugee and helps
the young man hide from officials who want him
deported., Meanwhile, Marcel's loving wife suffers from
a serious illness. Rashna Richards, Assistant Professor
of English and Director of Film Studies at Rhodes will
introduce Le Havre.
September
27 - 28, Four lectures at Rhodes College, "Jean-Jacques
Rousseau at 300"
Details at http://alumni.rhodes.edu/s/1364/index.aspx?sid=1364&gid=1&sitebuilder=1&verbiagebuilder=1&pgid=771&content_id=587
Blount
Auditorium, Rhodes College (directions given at college gate on
North Parkway or University Avenue.)
Note: A somewhat more general list of
interesting lectures at Rhodes is at
http://www.rhodes.edu/news/communities-in-conversation-email.html
and you can get e-mail notices by "Liking" http://www.facebook.com/communities.in.conversation
Sept 29, Saturday, 2PM. Rally to Stop Wage Theft
Front steps of First Congregational Church
1000 S. Cooper, Organized by www.workersinterfaithnetwork.org
To urge the County Commission to pass an
ordinance on the issue of Wage Theft.
Sept 30, Temple Israel. Sukkot: Bring your Picnic
Dinner 6 PM, Concert 6:30 PM. Josh Nelson. The
holiday of Sukkot celebrates the 40 years in teh
wilderness, so eating outdoors is in order. The
flier is here.
( http://www.timemphis.org/files/OctoberVoice-Vol67No2-20123_000.pdf?utm_source=Temple+Israel+News&utm_campaign=7aeb0df9f0-TI_News_25_Sept_2012&utm_medium=email
)
August 2012:
Notes about the recent attacks on the Sikhs in
Wisconsin are on the home page here.
August 1: The Memphis School of Servant Leadership
has issued its Fall brochure, a variety of classes and programs
for those seeking to find ways they can serve the community
through community activism or otherwise. Highly recommended.
http://www.servantleadership-memphis.org/
August 5 - 9, Maccabi Games, Jewish Community Center.
A world-wide athletic competition.
Participants
will be traveling from Israel, Mexico, and across the United
States. The MJCC hosts the 30th anniversary of the JCC Maccabi
games. The Opening Ceremony on Sunday August 5, 2012, at
7:00 p.m. at the FedEx Forum is free and open to the entire
community. If you do not have a MJCC membership card, please
stop by the MJCC front desk for a Maccabi Hologram Pass that
will give you access to all of the 2012 JCC Maccabi events
including Opening Ceremonies. For details and
the schedule look at
http://www.jccmemphis.org/jccmaccabischdules
August 8 and 9, Sri Krishnastami celebrations at the
Indian Cultural Center and Temple.
Probably the ceremonies of most interest to a visitor will be
August 8, 8 PM to 11:45 PM. A Celebration of the birth of
Krishna.
http://icctmemphis.org
Volunteers needed for the
Workers Interfaith Network Labor Day picnic. See below, Sept.
3.
Jewish prayer participants needed:
Rabbi Aaron Rubenstein of Beth Sholom Synagogue has had a death in
the family. So that he can say appropriate daily prayers until
the end of August, prayers will be held Mon-Thurs at 6 pm, Weds and
Thursday mornings at 7 am, Sunday at 8 am. So they can be sure to
have 10 adults for each service, volunteers are requested to call the synagogue office at 683-3591
August 27 or 28. Planning meetings for The
Universal Fest (see below, October 6-7)
1) Monday, Aug 27th University Center, Room 308,
University of Memphis, From 6 – 8 pm, or
2) Tuesday, Aug 28th at Main Library, Meeting Room C, Poplar Avenue,
From 6 – 8 pm
Wednesday August 29, 6 - 8 PM, U of Memphis students,
there are many opening week events but we mention here the
Multicultural Student Mixer: 6-8pm [Michael D. Rose Theatre]
LOCATION
and time CHANGED (due to a strong turnout! This is a
major event.)
Wednesday,
August 29, 6:30–9:00 p.m. FACING HISTORY presents BULLY: a
Community Conversation featuring BULLY Director
Lee Hirsch, at White
Station Middle School, located at 5465 Mason Road.
BULLY is the first feature documentary film to
explore “a year in the life” of bullying in the United States.
From the first day of school through the last, the film intimately
follows the lives of a few of the many courageous kids and
families bullying affects each day. The film captures the distress
of bullying victims, the frustration of their parents, and in some
cases, the overwhelming grief when bullying ends a life. BULLY is
directed by Emmy award-winning filmmaker Lee Hirsch.
The poster is at http://memphisirg.org/MemphisBULLY.pdf
Free but please RSVP to http://www.facinghistory.org/film-screening-community-conversation-mem
(A few spaces still open as of August 20)
Thursday August 30, 2 PM. ONE FAITH, MANY COLORS. A
series of talks
organized by MIFA, info at http://mifa.org/onelightmanycolors
Talks at Town Village Audubon Park Retirement
Community, 950 Cherry Rd., Memphis, TN 38117
Thursday, August 16, 10:30 am---Alex Wellford,
Third Church of Christ, Scientist
Thursday, August 23, 10:30 am---Ron McDonald, Memphis Friends
Meeting (Quakers)
Thursday, August 30, 2 pm---Rev. Shane Stanford, Senior Pastor,
Christ United Methodist Church
Thursday, September 6, 10:30 am---Bob McBride, Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons)
These have been outstanding talks. Pointers to videos of last
years talks can be found in the right-hand column of
http://faithinmemphis.com/category/faith-matters/
August 30. Planning meeting for World Religion Day. World
Religion Day is an international celebration held the third Sunday
in January. It was established by the Ba'hai Faith in the United
States in 1949. Please view www.worldreligionday.org
to know more.
Planning meeting,
Date:
Thursday, August 30th
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Place: Caritas
Village (in the downstairs dining area)
Address:
2509
Harvard Avenue, Memphis, TN
*Please call or email if your group
is attending. Our space is limited, so may we ask for two
representatives from each group.
For further
information, call Saci Roy 201-759-8617
Bill W., the movie about the
founder of Alcoholics Anonymous , is now playing
at the Ridgeway
Four - Memphis, TN I don't know how long it
will be there, Probably of interest to anyone interested in how
religious or social movements get started.
The U of Memphis Center for Research
on Women has released a major new report on Teen
pregnancy and the needs of young parents. It should be of major
interest to religious groups and people involved with youth.
The basic information and pointer to the full report are at
http://memphis.edu/crow/tpps.php
Ramadan, the
Muslim holy month, begins July 20. Among the first of many
special worship services is the "Taraweeh" prayer at the Memphis
Islamic Center, Evening of July 19, 10 - 11:15 PM. A fairly
complete calendar of related events at the
MIC is at http://www.memphisislamiccenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ramadan-Calendar-MIC-Colors.pdf?utm_source=Ramadan+1433&utm_campaign=Taraweeh_calendar&utm_medium=email
Many of the talks will be streamed online if you'd like
to see what they are like without driving way out east.
For an indication of doings at Masjid As-Salaam, see the invitation here.
In particular, there are refreshments immediately following sunset
each evening, and it is a particularly attractive time to visit
the mosque and meet the people there. 1065
Stratford Road | Memphis | TN | 38122
(foot of Covington Pike).
The last ten days of Ramadan are a very busy
time in the Muslim community. There is a strong similarity to the
Jewish "ten days of repentance" from Rosh Hashanah to Yom Kippur.
Masjid As-Salaam (Stratford Road) is holding special services at 3
AM each night.
Like the approach to Yom Kippur in some Jewish communities, there
can be a strong fund-raising element. One Muslim friend told me,
"I am too weak to be able to fast as I ought to during Ramadan. If
I donate money to feed a poor person for a month, I get part of
the benefit of someone else fasting."
A sample fundraising flier for a new mosque in southeast Memphis is
at
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=jelukqcab&v=001ip99edeIjlZQQfRFTpPfPwGEekW4dg4Wda-0kWEVQFtkwfraScKl1L20DwWh1W7rME46V8e3Et73pmk_UoME39mQ-p0z_ONdz1UvPwvd_4g%3D
and the flier for the Muslim Society of Memphis' fundraising dinner
on August 14 is at
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?llr=6nsxchcab&v=001W5XuTI8OwGnCxqt6BuxlWYnia26zWU-do_zM1_7Ju07EkBg1KK4Q-wBJeHpnojcCPH4U9bPp4q1AzcIV-f-ogrBV0P3xnRdvWZq_60DDXfL-ZHQ7UIF5RWah5IjJ1Eaw
August 10, 8pm - 9pm Candlelight Prayer Vigil Against
Hatred and Fear (following the Wisconsin attack
against Sikhs.) City Hall, 125 N Main St, Memphis, TN. No
posters or signs. Find the poster HERE.
August 10, 2 PM. Brooks
Museum of Art.
2012 Global Lens Film Series
PEGASUS (Morocco)
Admission: $8 / FREE for Indie Memphis members
Zineb is an emotionally exhausted psychiatrist assigned
to Rihana, a traumatized and pregnant young woman found
in the street muttering unintelligibly about "The Lord
of the Horse." A flashback sequence returns us to
Rihana's childhood, where her dictatorial father,
horseman chief of his tribe, raises her as the son his
legacy demands. Trapped in parental delusions, Rihana
falls in love with a young man with whom she carves out
the beginnings of her own life. Soon, Rihana's story
awakens repressed thoughts in Zineb's own troubled mind,
and reality merges into a haunted fever-dream of fear
and denial in this visually striking, award-winning
psychological thriller.
For other movies at the Brooks, see http://www.brooksmuseum.org/events
July
30, Aug 6, Aug 13 Monday 6 PM. Indian
Cultural Center and Temple.
Pujas (worship) of Lord Siva. The symbol of Siva is washed with
milk, curd, ghee, honey, fruit juice, etc., with Vedic Mantras
chanted.
http://www.icctmemphis.org/cgi/tpl/new.php
August 14 Bridges
Luncheon, 12 to 1:30 PM . The Effects of
Good Leadership
477 N. Fifth Street. Featured Speaker: Coach Bill Courtney of
the Oscar winning documentary
"Undefeated".
RSVP by August 8 at www.bridgesusa.org/justiceforum
or by phone at 901.260.3755- Timorie Stewart. $20, includes
lunch. Please advise of special dietary requests.
August 16. Methodist Healthcare Foundation award to the
Memphis Muslim Medical Clinic (fundraising dinner) The Memphis Muslim Medical Clinic, 1055 Stratford
Road, has received The 2012 Living Award by The Methodist
Healthcare Foundation. This award is given to recognize
individuals and community organizations that have done
outstanding work in realm of faith and health. The Muslim
Clinic has been serving the needy and the uninsured in this
community since 2006. The clinic project was initiated by Dr.
Mukarram Sheikh. Dedicated volunteers and generous donors joined
to deliver the dream. By serving the healthcare needs of all
people, the clinic has been able to reach out to the community
at large. This award is indeed a testimony to the successful
outreach efforts of the Muslim community.
The fact that the award is
given during Ramadan presents some interesting complications:
The Award will be given at a dinner at the Peabody Hotel
on Thursday, August 16th from 6-9 PM. ($100)
Attendance to the ceremony requires purchasing tickets.The
tickets can be purchased from Methodist Healthcare Foundation at
$100/person. https://secureforms.methodisthealth.org/apps/methodist/events/livingawards/
For the Muslim guests, the dinner will be served at Iftar time
(after sunset). If you decide to attend, please purchase your
tickets and also inform the Muslim Society of Memphis so
that special meal and seating arrangements can be made.
.
August 19. (2012)
Sunday 10:30 AM. at the Memphis Jewish
Community Center. Hadassah
Awards Luncheon honoring Outstanding Jewish Educators.
Daniel Kiel, Law Professor at U of M and author of "The Memphis
13", will speak. $25. RSVP by August 10 to Cindi Weinstein,
230-2217.