Pluralism-list January 2012

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MLK Day Interfaith Service; Buddhist Ministry; All-American Muslim; Conferences

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Dear friends, Below please find information on programs/events of interest from around the country. Please contact the listed person or organization directly for more information. - Three events from Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries (Greater Boston) - Ideas for Season Two of "All-American Muslim" (Nationwide) - Summer Seminar for K-12 Teachers (New York City) - Buddhist Ministry Coordinator Position at Harvard Divinity School (Cambridge, MA) - International Association for Religious Freedom USA Conference (Hilton Head, SC) - Pagan Spirit Gathering Conference (Earlville, IL) Thanks! The Pluralism Project * * * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * * * *Three upcoming events from Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries (Greater Boston):* *Martin Luther King, Jr. Interfaith Day of Service<http://mlkdayofinterfaithservice2012.eventbrite.com> ** **Monday, January 16 1-8pm (multiple projects), Brandeis University * **In addition to service learning projects focused on Haiti, participants will be creating care packages for children in need at Cradles to Crayons, helping two Waltham congregations become more energy efficient and environmentally friendly, serving food and spending time with homeless children and families at area shelters, creating prayer flags to send to Haitian orphans and homeless children in Massachusetts, writing letters to senior citizens and much, learning about local peace and restorative justice efforts, and much, much more!*Come make MLK Day a DAY ON rather than a day off!* To sign up and bring a group, email intern(a)coopmet.org, register online at http://mlkdayofinterfaithservice2012.eventbrite.com<http://mlkdayofinterfaithservice2012.eventbrite.com%20/> or check out the event on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/events/356775287683005/<http://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?llr=7sgxescab&et=1109067517034&s=4114&e=001nE7Fvz…> . *SOUL SONGS: A GIFT OF SPIRIT - *Saturday, January 28, 20128:00 pm Mary Ricker, soprano Scott Nicholas, piano First Unitarian Society of Newton 1326 Washington St. Newton, MA 02465 Phone: 617-527-3203 On Saturday, January 28, 2012 at 8:00 pm, Mary Ricker and Scott Nicholas will present songs that come from the great song tradition that marries meaningful poetry to transcendent music. Among the works Ms. Ricker and Mr. Nicholas will offer are songs of German Romantic composers Schubert and Brahms, who were inspired by poetry about experiencing the spirit in nature; French composer Maurice Ravel, who set the text of the Kaddish, an ancient Jewish payer; American composer Samuel Barber who set poems from the Celtic mystical tradition; and Boston's own John Harbison who set the passionate poetry of the Hindi mystic, Mirabai. Come and experience a special gift of spirit. *For more information call: 339-987-9059* Donations will benefit Cooperative Metropolitan Ministries.CMM is the greater Boston area's oldest interfaith social action network. Founded in 1966 by clergy and laity to address poverty, housing, and racial justice, CMM has tackled the most pressing issues facing our communities, working together to build Dr. King's vision of Beloved Community for all people. * * *BLACK ALL YEAR 2012 Sunday, Jan 29, 4-7pm Location: Freedom House 14 Crawford St. (Grove Hall) Dorchester, MA 02121 In anticipation of Black History Month, and in support of our come-unity; LightSpeed Entertainment, Inc. and your friends are kicking off an event for all/the ages. "Black All Year" is a January celebration of Art, Culture and Black History, inviting the diaspora to continuously appreciate their beginnings and who they are today. Families, youth and all are welcome to join the crowd as we kick off a gala that never ends for a unification that remains. "Black all Year" supports Black History Month and the livelihood of our youth, families and come-unity members. By recalling our historical success and showcasing the best of our creativity, and human resources, we are esteemed by and connected to the natural wealth of our come-unity. Through this simple notion of recognizing & loving all that we have inherited, we encourage togetherness and work toward the conclusion of healthier communities and families. Inspired by and in honor of her noble legacy; we hold this celebration in tribute to Harriet Tubman and great women leaders in history and today. In alignment with this theme the bulk of artists scheduled to perform are women. These leading ladies, in company with a few talented gents; bring you an afternoon of expression and art that is awe inspiring; a tribute that is truly worthy of the excellence of Harriet Tubman. * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *BoomGen Studios* <http://boomgenstudios.com/>* collecting ideas for Season Two of "All-American Muslim"* While season #1 of All-American Muslim has ended, TLC has yet to decide on bringing it back for a second season. Before any decision is made, TLC wants to know your opinions. On their All-American Muslim Facebook page, they have posted the question: "If there was a season 2, what would you like to see?" http://www.facebook.com/AllAmericanMuslim/posts/173950029371528. Everyone is invited to share your thoughts by responding on the Facebook page or for more information, please contact Michelle Ngo <press(a)boomgenstudios.com>at BoomGen Studios. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Religious Worlds of New York: Teaching the Everday Life of American Religious Diversity - The Interfaith Center of New York and Union Theological Seminary* The Interfaith Center of New York and Union Theological Seminary are delighted to announce a new educational program, funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities. In July of 2012, we will host an N.E.H. summer institute for school teachers, entitled *Religious Worlds of New York: Teaching the Everyday Life of American Religious Diversity*. This innovative program will help public, private, and parochial school teachers teach more effectively about the rich religious diversity of the United States. It will introduce participants to religious traditions that are part of the fabric of American life, help them distinguish between academic and devotional approaches to the study of religion, and offer them the pedagogic tools they need to teach their students about *lived religion*, in addition to the conventional world religions curriculum. Applications from teachers are due by March 1st, 2012. For detailed information about the institute see religiousworldsnyc.org or email hgoldschmidt(a)interfaithcenter.org, 212-870-3514. ** * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Buddhist Ministry Coordinator Position Open - Harvard Divinity School For information, please visit the job posting at Employment @ Harvard<https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/ASP/TG/cim_jobdetail.asp?SID=%5E9DpB3tn4OF…> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "Faith, Interfaith, and Freedom" IARF-US Conference, February 3-5, 2012, Hilton Oceanfront Resort <http://www.hiltonoceanfrontresort.com/>, Hilton Head, South Carolina Three plenary speakers have already been confirmed: Peter Morales, UUA President; Kay Lindahl, Director of the Center for Sacred Listening, and Prof. Waleed El-Ansary, Xavier University, Cincinnati. For more information, please visit the International Association for Religious Freedom USA website<http://home.iarfus.org/home/february-3-5-2012-iarf-us-conference-in-south-c…>. * ** * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * *Registration Open for Pagan Spirit Gathering 2012, June 17-24 at Stonehouse Park near Earlville, Illinois - Circle Sanctuary* PSG is one of America's oldest and largest Pagan festivals. Pagans from many traditions and from across the USA join together to create and live in PSG's magical village community during Summer Solstice week. This year's theme is "Tribe & Spirit Through the Ages." PSG 2012 includes: Rituals * Workshops * Concerts * Leadership Training * Youth Activities * Fire Spinning * Bonfires * Dancing * Drumming * Networking * Merchanting * Candlelight Labyrinth & More REGISTER: Register through FEBRUARY 29 for discounted rates. Final Deadline is June 4.www.circlesanctuary.org/psg/register <http://www.circlesanctuary.org/psg/register>DETAILS: about guest authors, musicians, the site, & more: www.circlesanctuary.org/psg PROGRAM PROPOSALS: Want to present a workshop, ritual, or other program activity? After you register, submit your program proposal on-line. Deadline is April 30. For more information, please contact psg(a)circlesanctuary.org <psg(a)circlesanctuary.org?subject=PSG%20Networking> ** * --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * -- -- The Pluralism Project Harvard University 2 Arrow Street, 4th floor Cambridge, MA 02138 617-496-2481 www.pluralism.org

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