The list below shows activity information linked to Inter Faith Week 2021. Some activities this year will take place virtually, and an icon identifies these on the list below. You can also filter online/ socially distanced in-person activities using the controls above.
Cynon Valley Museum, Depot Road, Aberdare, CF44 8DL. 15.00 – 0.00
Poster competition for local children showcasing their interpretation of faith and belief.
On the 20th November between 10am and 3pm Cynon Valley Museum will be celebrating Interfaith Week. Alongside the final of the poster competition, the Community Safety…
Dunham Rd, Altrincham WA14 4AJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Inter faith trail around the school and a drop in prayer card making station.
North Cestrian School, Dunham Road, Altrincham, WA14 4AJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Lunchtime mindfulness and meditation activities for pupils and staff.
Manchester, UK
South Manchester Synagogue (Bowdon) invited all members of Altrincham Interfaith Group to a tea party, and led the Rucksack Challenge, where participants donate rucksacks for rough sleepers filled with listed items.
Saint Ambrose College, Hale Road, Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0HE. 0.00 – Wednesday 1 December 23.59
Students of non-Christian faiths shared their experiences at St Ambrose College.
Cumbria, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Refugees from Afghanistan who have recently resettled in Cumbria were welcomed on board one of Windermere Lake Cruises' vessels as part of Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week, to help refugees with integration, language, and developing relationships with the local…
1 Tidwell Cottages, Landscove, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7LY. 0.00 – 0.00
To mark Inter Faith Week, we invited Sandhya Dave, a cultural champion, to speak to our key stage two classes about diversity and racism. She shared her experiences as a British Indian living in Devon. We were left with lots…
St George's Square, Park Mall, Ashford, TN24 8RY . 19.30 – 21.00
A gathering for peace with the Ashford Interfaith Group.
7:30: Short reflections on peace from Baha'i, SIG Buddhism, Islam, Humanist, Methodist, ICM Pentecostal, Unitarian, Church of England, Ethiopian Orthodox, Baptist, and Hinduism.
8:00:…
College Way, Ashford TW15 2XG
Residents celebrating and learning about Inter Faith Week with art.
St Damian's RC Science College, Lees Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lancashire. OL6 8BH
Staff and pupils discussed ‘The Big Questions’ sharing their thoughts and opinions with each other.
A fantastic event and one we would love to arrange again for more diverse debates! https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=2361805060623783&id=229699983834312
The Grange School, Wendover Way, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7NH. 0.00 – Friday 26 November 15.00
An opportunity for students to produce a creative piece of art or a poem on the theme of 'inter faith', for the chance to win a £10 Amazon voucher.
Aylesford School, Teapot Ln, Aylesford ME20 7JU. 0.00 – Sunday 19 December 0.00
Last week as part of Inter Faith week our Year 7 and 8 students all had the opportunity to take part in a Reflection Room run The Family Trust. The creatively laid out activities gave our students the chance to…
Aylesford School, Teapot Ln, Aylesford ME20 7JU. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
We worked with the Maidstone Inter Faith Network and arranged a number of different speakers to come in and deliver assemblies.
Heart of Kent Hospice, Preston Hall, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7PU. 11.00 – 12.30
Local MP will chair a round table discussion with representatives of different faiths from the Maidstone Interfaith network at Heart of Kent Hospice, to share the different faiths' beliefs around the topic of death and dying.
Deiniol cafe, Deiniol center, Bangor, LL57 1NW.. 11.00 – Sunday 14 November 16.00
Bangor Interfaith group will run a week of Prayer and Devotion on the theme of Hope for the Environment. Christian, Unitarian and Bahai representatives will be running their own style of service on three of the weekdays plus an Opening…
Barrow-in-Furness, UK
Pupils at North Walney Primary school created 'boxes of love' and a Mitzvah Wall, and delivered food to the local homeless group.
Northlands Primary School and Nursery, Winifred Road, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3JQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 pupils at Northlands Primary School learnt all about Ramadan and Eid, making Islamic lanterns and enjoying some foods which are tradition during Eid-ul-Fitr.
Northlands Primary School and Nursery, Winifred Road, Basildon, Essex, SS13 3JQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Northlands Primary School wrote non-chronological reports about Judaism and ate some jam doughuts to celebrate Hannukah.
Batley Library & Art Gallery, Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. 14.00 – 16.00
The annual Batley Poets Inter Faith Week poetry session will be taking place at Batley Library.
Everyone's welcome to pop along regardless of faith, whether it's to listen or perform. As always, poetry on any topic…
Batley, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
All four churches of Benefice Batley welcomed Hafeezah Soni and Sheikh Irfan Soni to speak about their work, faith and friendships with the church communities.
Bedford Daycare Hospice, 3 Linden Road, Bedford MK40 2DD. 16.00 – 18.00
With the approach of Inter Faith Week in November, we thought it would be an ideal opportunity to invite all faiths to visit our Daycare Hospice, to enable us to work together and to look at the services that we…
US Consulate General, 223 Stranmillis Road, Belfast, BT9 5GR. 0.00 – 0.00
Hosting faith leaders to celebrate the contributions of Northern Ireland's diverse faith communities.
Little Havens, Daws Heath Road, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 2LH. 19.00 – 21.00
An event for faith-based organisations and public services to connect, explore, and learn together. The event will be hosted by Havens Hospices, to learn more about its work with faith-based organisations. In addition, information will be shared focusing on the…
Birkenhead Central Library, Borough Rd, Birkenhead CH41 2XB
An exhibition of local school children's work and the three Abrahamic faiths' responses to the natural world during Inter Faith Week. There will also be an opportunity to make a pledge and attach it to our new 'Interfaith Tree'. Tree…
Margaret Street, Birmingham, B3 3BX. 14.15 – 15.45
Short presentations on behalf of Birmingham Council of Faiths, Birmingham City Council and Birmingham Faith Leaders Group, Women's Federation for World Peace, Birmingham Faith Map, and Migration stories.
Clifton Road Mosque, 17 Clifton Rd, Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 8SX. 12.00 – 14.00
An interfaith dialogue hosted by Clifton Road Mosque
Al-Mahdi Institute, 60 Weoley Park Rd, B29 6QZ. 23.45 – 23.59
A conversation on 'rights and equalities' and on 'privileges and duties' and on how to progress as as civil society. A live forum with diverse panel and guests
Register by email.
Fordbridge Community Primary School, Crabtree Drive, Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, West Midlands, B37 5BU. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at Fordbridge Primary School learnt all about different faiths and beliefs, including through arts and crafts activities.
Birmingham, UK. 16.00 – 17.00
Three members of the Project 4F team will explain and discuss the project with Unity FM Radio 93.5 Connecting Communities co-hosts, Mahmooda Qureshi and Dr Peter Rookes.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Reception visited St Agatha's Church, learning about the main features of a church and watching a demonstration of a baptism ceremony.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Christ Church enjoyed a presentation about Hinduism, given by a member of the Hindu community.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 3 visited Singers Hill Synagogue, learning about the Jewish faith.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 visited Guru Nanak Gurdwara in Sparkhill.
Nishkam Civic Association, 6 Soho Road, Birmingham, B21 9BH. 11.00 – 13.00
As we move through Covid a new phrase called “Covid Keeps” has emerged. Encouraging us to reflect upon what we have learnt to value most during Covid and will embrace as we move forward. Through break-out sessions and collective discussions…
Birmingham, UK. 17.00 – 18.00
Dr Peter Rookes, Secretary of Birmingham Council of Faiths and Coordinator of Birmingham Interfaith Week programme will discuss with Kathleen Roche-Nagi, the purpose of Interfaith Week and the sorts of events we include in the programme.
Moseley School fitness centre B13 9NP. 18.00 – 20.00
An interfaith football tournament, hosted by Clifton Road Mosque
Birmingham, UK. 18.30 – 20.00
For three evenings in September 2021 a group of people from diverse communities gathered online to reflect on the challenges and opportunities of living together with ‘differences’. This in-person session will bring together this group and others to continue that…
Birmingham, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 visited to St Edburgha's CofE Church.
The Olive School, Small Heath, Waverley Rd, Birmingham, B10 0EG. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of our faith trail, year 4 and 5 visited the Holy Family RC Church and Green Lane Masjid.
Birmingham, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 3 visited the local Gurdwara.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 6 visited Sparkbrook Masjid.
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – 0.00
Sheikh Lukman delivered Islam workshops to Years 2, 3, 5 and 6, addressing topics such as fairness, justice, kindness, honesty, respect and the 5 pillars. He highlighted the importance of context and studying any religion holistically.
Birmingham, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 4 visited Birmingham Buddhist Vihara. They learnt all about the origins of Buddhism and practiced meditation with one of the monks.
Birmingham City University, University House, 15 Bartholomew Row, Birmingham B5 5JU. 18.00 – 20.00
Join our Multi-Faith Society for a roundtable with our Faith Society leaders, who will be talking through some questions such as 'What do you love about your religion?' as an opportunity to learn, listen and talk about experiences. For BCU…
Birmingham, B32 3NT. 19.30 – 20.30
This panel discussion will bring together representatives from different faiths and denominations to discuss how COVID-19 impacted their community. From lockdowns to social distancing to vaccines, the representatives will have an opportunity explore how these challenges affected them.
St Francis Church, Handsworth, 101 Hunters Rd, Birmingham, B19 1EB. 9.15 – 11.00
Join us as we gather to learn about Catholic Social Teaching in action through the Living Wage campaign.
9:15-10am: Mass
10am-11am: Coffee morning
The Martin Luther King Multi-Faith Centre, Aston University, Colehill Street, Birmingham, B4 7EQ. 14.30 – 16.30
Come and join the Chaplains as we mark Inter Faith Week. Share about your faith and learn about the faith of others. Refreshments provided.
St. Germains Church, City Rd, Edgbaston, Birmingham B17 8LE. 13.00 – 15.00
The WM Youth Interfaith team will be cooking a meal together and inviting people in need for a sit-down meal. There will be an activity, giving people the opportunity to do something together with the guests.
Niksham Centre, 6 Soho Rd, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 9BH. 10.00 – 13.00
Encourages people to cycle together for about 10 miles, visiting and passing through many of Birmingham's rich places of worship along the way
Starts at Niksham Centre, ending at Bahu Trust.
Birmingham, UK. 12.00 – 13.00
Muslim and Jewish women of Nisa Nashim WM standing together against VAWG (violence against women and girls), calling for misogyny and acts against women to be a hate crime. Women and men welcome, of all faiths and none.
St Laurence Church Junior School, Bunbury Road, Birmingham, B31 2DJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at St Laurence Church Junior School displayed the pieces of work that they created for Inter Faith Week.
St Laurence Church, Church Rd, Birmingham, B31 2LX. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 pupils at St Laurence Church Junior School visited St Laurence Church, and had an opportunity to draw some of the many features within.
The Exchange, 3 Centenary Square, Birmingham B1 2DR. 14.00 – 19.00
Representatives of the media have been invited to meet with Representatives of different faith organisations to increase media understanding of faith organisations and what they do.
Blackburn Cathedral, BB1 5AA
The Knife Angel sculpture will be outside Blackburn Cathedral from 4th - 29th November, as a catalyst for dialogue, education, and reflection about knife crime.
On the morning of November 17th there will be a faith leaders workshop on…
Our Lady and St John RC School, North Road, Blackburn, BB1 1PY
Students will spend time reflecting on what is similar between the world's major world religions before creating artwork based on the findings. The artwork will then be showcased in our school garden.
St Wilfrid's CofE Academy, Duckworth St, Blackburn, BB2 2JR. 12.00 – 12.45
We will be holding an Inter-Faith House Quiz competition at lunch time for students. Students from the five different houses will compete against each other on their knowledge of different religions. There will be a variety of rounds including a…
Blackburn College, Feilden Street, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 1LH. 16.40 – 23.59
An opportunity for staff and students to speak about their faith.
Darrusalam Education Centre, 184 Whalley New Rd, Blackburn BB1 9TN. 12.00 – Monday 22 November 16.00
General introduction to Muslim beliefs and practice, with a Q&A.
St Bede's RC High School, Green Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4SR. 0.00 – Friday 26 November 0.00
Pupils at St Bede's learnt about different faiths throughout the Week, including through looking at and handling faith objects, arts and crafts activities, and talks about different faiths.
Bolton St Catherine's Academy, Stitch-Mi-Lane, Breightmet, Bolton BL2 4HU
The Ethos Group have been looking at Inter Faith Week, and the importance of celebrating and respecting the diversity of faiths
represented in the school community and beyond.
They particularly think this is important as they also…
St James's Church of England Primary School, Farnworth, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL4 9RU. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at St James's Church of England High School celebrated Inter Faith Week through a variety of arts activities like Henna, Meditation, and Mandalas.
Bolton Council of Mosques 1 Vicarage St, Bolton BL3 5LE. 19.00 – 20.30
The first of a series of informal meetings for different parts of the community to explore a range of themes. Organised by Bolton Interfaith Council and Bolton Council of Mosques as part of the Bolton Unity Project
Green Fold Special School, Highfield Road, Bolton BL4 0NS
Following step by step instructions , choosing their own colours and carefully using a scraper to peel paint away from the paper, today Class Oak have created wax resist pictures of a Menorah focusing on 8 straight lines to represent…
Green Fold Special School, Highfield Road, Bolton BL4 0NS. 0.00 – 0.00
Class Peach have enjoyed exploring the shape of the Star of David in lots of different textures.
Green Fold Special School, Highfield Road, Bolton BL4 0NS. 0.00 – 0.00
Class Apricot focused on Christianity, Islam and Judaism in their daily Attention Autism sessions. Attention Autism is a specialist SALT intervention model which aims to develop natural and spontaneous communication through the use of visually based and highly motivating activities…
Green Fold Special School, Highfield Road, Bolton BL4 0NS. 0.00 – 0.00
Class Orange made glass windows, hand print Menorahs, Mendhi hand decorations and prayer mats.
Borehamwood Foodbank at St Teresa's Church, 291 Shenley Rd, Borehamwood, Herts, WD6 1TG. 15.00 – 17.30
A visit to Borehamwood Foodbank, with a tour of the base and storage and a presentation on the experiences of the Foodbank during lockdown, their Fuel Poverty alleviation scheme, and their plans going forward. Followed by tea and cake in…
Bournemouth Hebrew Congregation, Wootton Gardens, Bournemouth, BH1 1PW
A few members of the local Muslim community were invited to have a guided tour of Bournemouth Hebrew Congregation, led by Nisa Nashim Wessex.
Bradford, UK. 10.30 – 16.00
A tour of places of worship to provide a brief understanding of the Sikh, Hindu and Muslim faiths.
10:30: Meet for a briefing session at the YABA offices, based at Bradford City of Culture Offices, City Park,…
Eden Boys’ Leadership Academy, Syedna Way, Bradford BD8 9AR. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils joined by faith representatives from Judaism- Rabbi Lisa Barratt, Reverend Ann Russell- Christianity, and Islam - Imam Shaffi to explore faith responses to the climate crisis.
Bradford Grammar School, Keighley Road, Bradford, BD9 4JP. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
This week we are observing #InterFaithWeek. The tree of hope is visiting every class to allow the children to share their hopes for the future.
Kala Sangam Arts Centre, 1 Forster Court, Bradford, United Kingdom. 11.00 – 14.00
Celebrating 10 years of Near Neighbours and the diversity of West Yorkshire, focusing on the remarkable work of our communities. Bringing together different faith groups and ethnicities, this special event will celebrate the resilience of local people and give encouragement…
BEAP, 21 Cornwall Terrace, Bradford BD8 7JS. 12.00 – 16.00
In the weeks leading up to Mitzvah Day, faith communities in Bradford and Leeds are coming together to collect donations for women’s refuges in the two cities. Mitzvah Day itself will see items packed ready for delivery.
HX1 2BG. 12.15 – 14.15
Calderdale Women's Interfaith have arranged for a visit to the synagogue and Hindu temple in Bradford,
Breamore Primary School SP6 2EF. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils were visited by speakers from four different faith communities: Sikhism, Judaism, Hinduism and Christianity. This took place as part of an Inter Faith Week across the three primary schools that make up the Forest Edge Learning Federation.
Breamore Primary School SP6 2EF. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A day of activities to help pupils learn about Hinduism. This took place as part of an Inter Faith Week across the three primary schools that make up the Forest Edge Learning Federation.
Breamore Primary School SP6 2EF
Pupils visited different places of worship across Hampshire. This took place as part of an Inter Faith Week across the three primary schools that make up the Forest Edge Learning Federation.
Breamore Primary School SP6 2EF. 0.00 – 0.00
An exhibition for parents and visitors, showing the work done by pupils during Inter Faith Week. This took place as part of an Inter Faith Week across the three primary schools that make up the Forest Edge Learning Federation.
St Helen's Catholic Infant School, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex CM15 9BY
The children in Reception have been putting their #InterFaithWeek learning into practice by role-playing how we can respect one another.
Friends Meeting House, Ship Street, Brighton, BN1 1AF
An all-day workshop run by Inter Faith Minister Anthea Ballam. The workshop opens with a review of the history of reincarnation from East to West, taking in the diverse cultures and faith views on the topic. The workshop also examines…
Brighton, UK. 10.30 – 12.30
Peter Wells, who has been a lead chaplain in hospice care and the NHS as well as being a therapist, will lead a workshop on bereavement and loss. This is an opportunity to share experiences with each other and learn…
University of Brighton, Brighton, BN2 4AT. 13.15 – 14.15
Different Faith societies from the University of Brighton will come together to share a meal and talk about what it means to live out one's faith as a student today.
Students' Union, University of the West England, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QY. 17.30 – 19.00
An opportunity to share food and learn about other faiths, talking freely to others about your faith or lack of faiths.
Bromsgrove, UK
Pupils at Bromsgrove School collected sports gear for Lord Taverners, to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Burnley and Nelson United Reformed Church, Bethesda Street, Burnley, BB11 1PR . 14.00 – 16.00
Gentle walk visiting mosques and churches, finishing at Central Methodist Church for brew and cake.
Usha, 338 Rossendale Road, Burnley, BB11 5BZ. 18.30 – 20.30
With Speaker Afrasiab Anwar on 'Why Interfaith is important to Burnley Borough Council', plus stories from Near Neighbours groups.
Burnley, UK. 11.00 – 15.00
Stall providing information about inter faith and the work of Building Bridges in Burnley.
Turf Moor, 52-56 Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX. 17.00 – 18.30
Launch of a book by Mike Waite former Burnley council officer 'On Burnley Road' documenting his experiences following the disturbances. The event included a response from Chair of Burnley Building Bridges Afrasiab Anwar MBE.
St Andrew’s Church Hall, Colne Rd, Burnley BB10 1DU. 19.00 – 20.30
Building Bridges Burnley have invited William Bell, Christian Aid's head of work in the Middle East, to speak about Christian Aid’s report: "A story of loss, inequality and failure, the reality for Palestinians across the Middle East".
Spirit of Sport, Ormerod Road, Burnley, BB10, 3AA
Inter Faith football tournament with Burnley FC and Building Bridges in Burnley.
Acorn House, Fountain Street North, Bury, BL9 7AN. 18.00 – 21.00
"Evening with Islamic Spiritual reminder, Singing/Music & Food". Topic: “Spiritual Split Personalities” Imran Rahim. Live Middle Eastern Sufi music performance by: Uthman Hanif, Hasnain Rafique & Salamet Husayn. Food will be served.
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, Hardwick Lane, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 2QZ. 0.00 – 23.59
As part of Inter Faith Week, Rev Rufin Emmanuel and Rev Stephen Griffiths from our chaplaincy team visited Newmarket’s Five Bells Mosque to strengthen our relationships with all faiths.
Bushey, UK
Bushey and Oxhey Girl Guides made cosmetic bags with products in for the local women's refuge, to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Camberley, GU15 4PQ. 0.00 – 0.00
The Defence Hindu Network hosted a Diwali celebration at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, joined by colleagues from the Defence Sikh Network and the Defence Christian Network, as well as Defence Humanists.
Cambridge Regional College, King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT
International Students at Cambridge Regional College explored religion and faith through discovery boxes. In turns, students picked a box and discussed the objects and facts within to learn about different religions.
Cambridge Regional College, King Hedges Road, Milton, Cambridge, CB4 2QT. 11.53 – 23.59
Childcare and Early Years students have been exploring different religions and faiths by creating a display.
London, UK. 17.00 – Thursday 18 November 21.30
The premiere of the film 'Stranger/Sister', with discussion attended by Atiya Aftab, co-founder of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom and Kirsten Kelly, filmmaker and Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, both of Odyssey Impact.
Three separate screening events…
Anglia Ruskin University, CM1 1SQ. 19.00 – 20.30
We will be hearing from various faith and community leaders in this panel discussion covering both theological and sociological responses to their experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be opportunities for questions and audience discussion.
Michaelhouse, St Michael's Church, Trinity St, Cambridge, England CB2 1SU. 19.00 – 0.00
Inter Faith Week bring and share meal with the Baha'i, Christian, Islamic, and Sikh Societies, Fisher Society, and the Student Christian Movement.
University of Kent, Giles Ln, Canterbury, CT2 7NZ. 18.30 – 19.30
A free discussion and dinner on 'Faith and Health' with perspectives from different faith leaders and students.
Rough Common Rd, Port Ellen, Upper Harbledown, Canterbury CT2 9DD. 10.30 – 13.00
A 0.9 mile walk through Blean Wood, stopping at intervals to share sacred and spiritual texts related to trees and woodland.
Cardiff
As Part of Inter Faith Week, St Mary's Church, Cardiff encouraged members of the public to take part in its self-guided walking tours of the religious history of Cardiff.
St Mary's Church, North Church Street, Cardiff CF10 5HB. 10.15 – 10.00
At the beginning of #InterFaithWeek we’re gathering in the grounds of St Mary’s as friends of different faiths and none as we remember all those who have died during war and conflict. All are welcome.
Tea…
Trelai Primary School Bishopston Road, Caerau, Cardiff, CF5 5DY. 0.00 – Saturday 20 November 0.00
Class Hawk learning about other faiths the week as part of #InterFaithWeek.
Y Plas, Cardiff University Students' Union, Park Place, Cardiff, CF10 3QN. 19.00 – 20.30
An inter faith evening with the faith societies of Cardiff University. Will begin with refreshments, followed by a panel discussion involving members of the university's faith societies, who will speak about what being a member of a specific faith tradition…
Cardiff, UK
The Interfaith Council for Wales invited individual communities to ask their members to donate specific items to the a local charity which is supporting Afghan Refugees now arriving in Wales. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah…
Walderslade Girls School Bradfields Avenue, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 0LE
This week in form our students have been discussing the importance of understanding between different religions
Cheltenham, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
A seminar for civil servants at GCHQ on the topic of 'Should Government Do God?', with Krish Kandiah.
University of Gloucestershire, Park Campus, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH. 18.30 – 21.00
Different faith communities will come together once again on Wednesday 17 November to mark national Inter Faith week.
About this event
2021's theme: ‘The Shape of Things to Come?’, will look at where communities and individuals find themselves…
Eccleston Library, The Carrington Centre, 230 The Green, Eccleston, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 5TE. 15.30 – 17.00
Make lanterns to celebrate Inter Faith Week.
Clitheroe Pendle Primary School, Princess Avenue, Pendle, Clitheroe, BB7 2AL. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Pendle Primary created an exhibition of art work based around the theme of #Peace and Harmony' between religions.
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School, Potters Green Road, Coventry, CV2 2AJ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Can you solve the anagram? There are 10 inter faith posters around the school site, displayed in different department areas. Find the letter clue on each poster and solve the anagram in response to the question: 'What do all these…
Finham Park School, Green Lane, Coventry, CV3 6EA. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A competition for pupils to submit photos related to worldviews.
Stivichall Primary School, Coat of Arms Bridge Road, Stichivall, Coventry, CV3 6PY
Each year group created one of the symbols of the 6 major religions, to be joined together as one piece and displayed in the hall.
Stivichall Primary School, Coat of Arms Bridge Road, Stichivall, Coventry, CV3 6PY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils took part in activities for Mitzvah Day, including making cards for care homes, creating pompom worry worms for doctors surgeries, designing bookmarks to encourage readings which will be taken to local libraries, and working on the Toy Shoebox appeal…
Coventry, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
A discussion with Together in Action Trust around the government's Faith Compact and FaithAction's Faith Covenant.
Blue Coat School, Terry Rd, Coventry CV1 2BA. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 9 pupils learned about Inter Faith Week and about interfaith work and stewardship (of nature) and shared social media messages about that.
Englesea Brook Chapel and Museum, Englesea Brook Lane, Crewe, CW2 5QW. 14.00 – 16.00
Come and see a collection of uniquely designed and woven rugs, and read the stories of the groups of inter faith women who created them.
Englesea Brook Chapel & Museum, Englesea Brook Lane, Englesea Brook, Crewe, CW2 5QW. 15.00 – 0.00
The Rev Helen Kirk will lead a Heritage Service at Englesea Brook Chapel to mark the climax of Interfaith Week 2021. All are welcome.
Whitgift School, Haling Park Road, South Croydon, Surrey CR2 6YT
As part of Interfaith Week, students have been exploring their awareness of distinct faith communities in the UK and their understanding of different religious and non-religious beliefs.
Carmel College, The Headlands, Darlington DL3 8RW. 0.00 – 0.00
Our Chaplain, Kath, organised a ‘Speed-faithing’ event to mark Interfaith Week. This event was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen interfaith relations and increase understanding between people of religious and non-religious beliefs. It was lovely to welcome our external visitors who…
St Barnabas Church of England Primary Academy, Knowlesly Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2JA. 0.00 – 0.00
An inter faith class on Sikhism, looking at Sikh traditions and dances.
St Barnabas Church of England Primary Academy, Knowlesly Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2JA. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 1 pupils at St Barnabas CE Academy enjoyed a visit by a member of the Sikh community, and learnt about all about Sikhism and the Gurdwara.
Multi Faith Centre at the University of Derby, Kedleston Road Campus, Derby, DE22 1HR. 17.30 – 18.30
A student created film installation is coming to the University of Derby Kedleston Road campus. The Multi Faith Centre building will be transformed into a backdrop for the student-led light and film installation that will share the importance and symbolism…
Derby, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Ahmaddiya Muslim Women's Association set up a stall in Derby City Centre.
Dauntsey's School, High St, West Lavington Devizes, SN10 4HE. 0.00 – 0.00
First Form hosted Tony Gorden from the Park Row Synagogue in Bristol today. Thank you Tony for being so engaging, helping us to learn more about Jewish traditions and prompting some super discussions.
Kirklees Council . 0.00 – 0.00
DEWSBURY
Wednesday 10 November 2021
There will be a brief service dedicating the Garden of Remembrance at the Memorial Gardens, Longcauseway, Dewsbury at 10.30 am on Wednesday 10 November.
Sunday 14 November 2021
The…
St Saviour's Church, Dewsbury, WF13 3HL . 10.45 – 11.15
A time to remember those from all faiths and beliefs who lost their lives in war.
Two Minute's Silence at 11 a.m., the unveiling of two new memorials, and wreath laying by local Scout Troop.
Madni Academy, 40-42 Scarborough Street, Savile Town, Dewsbury, WF12 9AY. 16.33 – 23.59
A competition for pupils to upload images on the theme of 'religious buildings'.
Dewsbury, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Kumon Y'all posted a tweet celebrating their annual football event.
Zakaria Education Centre, 39 Warren Street, Dewsbury, WF12 9LX. 11.00 – 12.00
For centuries faith has determined to a large extent the foods people eat. During Interfaith Week we would like to raise awareness of different types of foods in the Muslim faith, what are the dietary requirements, learn why they exist,…
Christian Science Church, Douglas, IM2 3AG. 14.30 – 16.30
An opportunity to share ideas about the effects of climate change. Featuring a talk by Cat Jenkins, local environmental campaigner and supporter.
Dudley Town Hall, St James's Road, Dudley, DY1 4HP. 14.00 – 15.30
This gathering provides an opportunity for religious leaders in Dudley to network with one another and discuss the challenges of re-emerging following lockdowns.
Durham University, Durham, UK. 19.30 – 21.00
An inter faith Friday Night Dinner activity, hosted by Durham University Jewish Society.
Elvet Methodist Church, 8 Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HL. 19.00 – 20.30
Tea and cake with the Catholic Society and Joint Anglican-Methodist Society.
The Chapel, St Chad's College, 18 North Bailey, Durham, County Durham, DH1 3RH. 18.00 – 19.30
A talk on 'The Divine Feminine in Hinduism', hosted by the Hindu Society.
The Blackley Centre, Prospect View, Blackley Rd, Elland HX5 0TD
Halifax and District Amateur Radio Society have teamed up with the Blackley Centre, Halifax, to put on a special event amateur radio station celebrating and raising awareness of Inter Faith week.
The Special Event Station will be demonstrating…
Haberdashers' Boys' School, Butterfly Lane, Elstree, Herts, WD6 3AF. 0.00 – 0.00
The Jewish and Muslim assembly committees hosted an inter faith assembly for pupils at Haberdashers' Boys' School.
Essex, UK. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
The Faith Centre at the University of Essex hosted a coffee and conversations event; encouraging people to sign up to chat to people of different faiths.
Exeter, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Exeter Marrow posted about the importance of donations from people of diverse religious, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Penryn, Cornwall, UK. 11.13 – 23.59
The multifaith chaplaincy for Falmouth University and Exeter University in Cornwall have provided an opportunity for students and staff to contribute details about festivals, events and special days that can be added to an inter faith calendar.
Hyde CofE Primary School, Fordingbridge, SP6 2QL. 0.00 – 0.00
An exhibition of the work created by pupils during Inter Faith Week, including art and crafts, and pieces of written work inspired by their lessons about different religious traditions.
Colegate Community Primary School, Colegate West, Felling, Gateshead NE10 9AH
This week, marking Inter Faith Week. In RE the children have been exploring the question – How does faith impact people and their actions?
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at the nursery watched a video about a Sikh family and learnt how they practice and celebrate their religion. They celebrated a ‘Diwali’ party where they cooked lots of special food and handed out welcome sweets. They prayed to…
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
This week in Year 1 we have been celebrating Inter Faith week. Year 1 have been learning about Hinduism, specifically Diwali. We took part in a workshop explaining all about the 5 day Festival of Light called Diwali. We looked…
Harlow Green Community Primary School, Harlow Green Lane, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 7TB
The week was kicked off with an assembly about the key beliefs of the 6 main world religions, as well as Humanism.
Harlow Green Community Primary School, Harlow Green Lane, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE9 7TB. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Children across the school learnt about significant festivals and celebrations. Each year group created a piece of artwork to represent a religious festival. A number of these have been selected by the Rights Respect Officers to be used on an…
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at the nursery had a very special visitor in school called Mrs. Lightowler who brought in lots of Sikh artefacts for us to look at. The objects were very bright and precious. Once back in class, we made Diva…
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at the nursery created our own piece of Rangoli Artwork for our classroom. We used large blocks of different coloured paint, then added glitter to it. We will display this in our classroom next week.
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at the nursery made ‘Barfi’ sweets which is a traditional Sikh sweet. It is made with condensed milk, icing sugar and desiccated coconut. We then lit all of our Diva Lamps and sang a Diwali song.
Fellside Community School, Wickham, NE16 5AY. 0.00 – 0.00
KS2 tried 'speed faithing' as part of Fellside's first marking of Inter Faith Week.
St. Aidan’s Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead NE8 2HQ
Year 3 learnt about Sikhism, learning about clothing and food.
St. Aidan’s Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 6 researched the fundamental differences between Christianity and Islam, researched diverse food and cultural traditions, tasted some traditional culinary dishes, looked at a wide range of Islamic religious artefacts, and learnt about the Five Pillars of Islam.
V's Punjabi Grill, 1 Canal Road, Gravesend, DA12 2RS. 19.30 – 21.30
An informal social gathering for any curry-lovers interested in building local inter faith relationships.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 5 Pelham Road, Gravesend, DA11 0HN. 11.00 – 13.30
A fun, informal way to meet with local people of other faiths as we share together in a simple walk to visit some of Gravesend's faith community homes.
Tollbar Academy, Station Road, New Waltham, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN36 4RZ
Students are tasked with completing an inter-faith based quiz after a discussion led by Form Tutors and then developed within RE lessons.
Stanford Junior and Infant School, Cooper Lane, Laceby, Grimsby DN37 7AX
Display of RE resources about a range of religions, and allowing children to learn about faiths in a practical and exciting way.
Guildford, Surrey, UK. 12.00 – 13.30
Allianz Insurance's Pride Network and Marsh Commercial hosted a conversation exploring the lived experiences of different LGBTQ+ people of faith - support, struggles, reflections and celebrations. There was also a Q&A session.
St. Nicolas Community Centre, The Burys, Guildford GU2 4AW. 15.00 – 17.30
A multifaith Service with presentations from the Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, Muslim, Sikh & Bahá'í communities. The theme will be “Humanity’s Awakening – rebuilding our World” .
Gwent, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Gwent Police hosted an event with multi faith leaders and representatives from the Inter Faith Council for Wales, highlighting the need for police to listen to communities, lean about other cultures, and develop their understanding.
Halifax Minster, Causeway, Halifax, HX1 1QL
Calderdale Interfaith will meet at the Minster for 10:30am, moving on for the start of the Service at the Halifax Cenotaph for 10:45am.
This is followed by a service in the Halifax Minster, with prayers for…
Markazi Jamia Masjid, Rhodes Street, Halifax, HX1 5DE. 10.00 – 12.00
A meeting for Clergy and Imams at Markazi Jamia Masjid. Lunch will be provided following the meeting.
The Halifax Academy, Gibbet Street, Halifax HX2 OBA. 18.00 – 20.00
The evening will comprise of agencies sharing the work they have been involved with supporting local communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Agencies will include Halifax Academy pupils, Halifax Community Fridge, Halifax Opportunities Trust, Hospital Chaplaincy Service, Community Foundation for Calderdale…
Harlow Jewish Community, Harberts Rd, Harlow CM19 4DT. 0.00 – 0.00
Harlow Jewish Community were joined for their Shabbat service by representatives from the Christian, Pentecostal, Buddhist and Baha'i communities in Harlow, as well as Harlow Council.
The Grange School, Bradburns Lane, Hartford, Norwich, CW8 1LU. 0.00 – 0.00
A Bollywood dancing workshop.
The Grange School, Bradburns Lane, Hartford, Cheshire, CW8 1LU. 0.00 – 0.00
A cooking session for pupils.
The Grange School, Bradburns Lane, Hartford, Chesire, CW8 1LU. 0.00 – 0.00
A mandala workshop and meditation session.
Two sessions: Wednesday 17th; Friday 19th
The Grange School, Bradburns Lane, Hartford, Cheshire, CW8 1LU. 0.00 – 0.00
A food market for pupils.
Clavering Primary School, Clavering Road, Hartlepool, TS27 3PN. 0.00 – 0.00
Nursery children made diwa lamps to help them learn about Diwali and the Hindu faith.
University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9AB . 13.00 – 14.30
The Chaplaincy and SU will be holding a 'Pick Up a Prayer' event in the foyer of the Forum, College Lane. We will be challenging people to look at a prayer other than one from their own tradition/faith, if they…
hatfield, herts. 15.00 – 16.30
As part of Inter Faith week, the Chaplaincy and Students' Union invite you to come along to find out what wearing a hijab means and how to put one on. At the Key Centre, College Lane.
Friends Meeting House, 12A Queen Parade, Harrogate HG1 5PP. 11.00 – 16.00
A Discover Islam Day, open to everyone to come and ‘Discover Islam’ in a friendly and informative manner. There will be light refreshments and snacks being served and, aside from the Exhibition, there will be activities such as Henna painting,…
Cumbria, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Refugees from Afghanistan who have recently resettled in Cumbria were welcomed on board one of Windermere Lake Cruises' vessels as part of Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week, to help refugees with integration, language, and developing relationships with the local…
Madley Primary School, Madley, Hereford, HR2 9PH. 0.00 – 0.00
Reverend Lockett visited Year 6 to talk about faith.
Brockhole Primary School, Brockholes Lane, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire HD9 7EB
We enjoyed 'Interfaith Week'. The theme was 'Story Trees'. We focussed on learning about the Jewish and Muslim faiths from 2 different faith representatives. We watched film clips and listened to stories. After discussing the stories, we made 2 lists…
Kirklees Council . 0.00 – Monday 15 November 0.00
HUDDERSFIELD
Saturday 6 November 2021
There will be a brief service dedicating the Garden of Remembrance at Market Place, Huddersfield at 10.50 am on Saturday 6 November.
Sunday 14 November 2021
The Remembrance Sunday parade…
Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Prospect Street Springwood, Huddersfield, HD1 2NX. 11.00 – 13.00
For centuries faith has determined to a large extent the foods people eat. During Inter Faith Week we would like to raise awareness of different types of foods in the Sikh faith, what are the dietary requirements, learn why they…
Huddersfield Hindu Temple, 20 Zetland Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2RA
For centuries faith has determined to a large extent the foods people eat. During Interfaith Week we would like to raise awareness of different types of foods in the Hindu faith, what are the dietary requirements, learn why they exist,…
Aldborough Primary School, 231 Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, IG3 8HZ
Pupils at Aldborough Primary School were visited by three faith representatives: Helen from the Christian Education Project, Rabbi Wollenberg from Woodford Forest Synagogue, and Sidra Javed from The Penny Appeal. They gave assemblies and talks.
Aldborough Primary School, 231 Aldborough Road South, Seven Kings, IG3 8HZ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils were served an Indian meal to celebrate Diwali.
Ilford, UK
Pupils at Clore Tikva School collected toys for the Camp Simcha Toy Drive as well as food for Redbridge Food Bank. They also baked cupcakes with members of Nisa Nashim to add to the food bank. This was to mark…
Glade Primary School, Atherton Road, Ilford, Essex, IG5 0PF
Christian Education Project joined Glade Primary School to create a prayer space for pupils to visit.
Kendal. 7.00 – Sunday 21 November 19.30
South Lakeland Equality and Diversity Partnership (SLEDP) will support the holding of 2 sessions at home every day of Inter Faith Week in support of Inter Faith Week. These will be at 7am and 7pm for half an hour. Please…
Participate at home. 14.30 – 15.30
Participate at Home in Session of Meditation or Prayer and Study run by a 92 year old Retired Roman Catholic Priest (who may be the oldest person to lead a session in Inter Faith Week)
All welcome…
The Quaker Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4BH. 10.30 – 13.00
AWAZ Cumbria and the South Lakeland Equality and Diversity Partnership (SLEDP) present talks on interfaith by
Sister Margaret Atkins CRSA, a Sister of the Community of Augustinian Canonesses at Boarbank Hall in Cumbria, and
Carlo Schröder,…
Kendal Unitarian Chapel, Market Place, Kendal, LA9 4TN. 0.00 – 0.00
An Inter Faith Week service at Kendal Unitarian Chapel on the theme of 'Changing World', with contributions from friends at South Lakeland Interfaith Forum.
Charleton academy, west Charleton, kingsbridge, tq7 2al
Inter faith activity carousel exploring friendship.
Kirklees Council, WF12 8DG. 0.00 – Wednesday 20 October 0.00
We’d like you to share a place that is sacred to you. It could be a place where you find calm, peace and serenity. It could be a place of worship but doesn’t have to be. It could be a…
Ravensthorpe Community Centre, 24 Garden Street, Dewsbury WF13 3AR. 10.00 – 13.30
Coming together to share traditional family recipes. Sharing the stories behind them and the enjoyment of food with friends.
Dewsbury Minster, Rishworth Road, Dewsbury WF12 8DD . 0.00 – Saturday 20 November 0.00
Sharing a peace and friendship message. Come and join in…
A message from the Bible and the Holy Koran.
Where: Locations include Batley, Birstall, Dewsbury, Heckmondwike, Mirfield and Huddersfield
Kirklees Council . 0.00 – Monday 22 November 0.00
Inter Faith Week book displays in various libraries with accompanying promotion material.
St Johns Church, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4PX . 13.30 – 14.30
Local schools coming together to make presentations on the theme of peace.
St Mark's Church, Longwood, Huddersfield, HD3 4HJ . 13.30 – 14.30
Local schools coming together to make presentations on the theme of peace.
Leeds, UK. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
The Inter Faith Flag will be flying at Leeds Town Hall throughout Inter Faith Week.
Leeds Trinity University Library, Brownberrie Ln, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5HD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Leeds Trinity University Library created a display of books about faith, which they displayed by the help desk.
Leeds Trinity University. 10.30 – 12.00
Join the SU and the Chaplaincy team this Interfaith Week as we take over the usual Tea on the Landing to bring you 'Coffee and Conversations'.
We'll be collecting ideas on what faith means to students (and…
43 The Calls, Leeds, LS2 7EY. 11.00 – 12.30
A coffee, cake and conversation morning, where the topic will be Inter Faith Week, as well as a discussion about some recent research by Dr Beth Rowley on the role of faith in caring for disabled veterans after World War…
Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH. 13.45 – 14.45
We take physical light for granted and light as a unifying factor in the different traditions is also often off the radar. But what is spiritual light and why does light feature as central to mystical experience?
…
Leeds Trinity Students' Union, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5HD. 18.00 – 21.00
An inter faith movie night.
Leeds University. 15.00 – 17.00
Leeds University Union Jewish Society will be running an event in LUU Room 2 with tea, cake, speedfaithing and a talk from the Anthony Nolan charity. Please contact the society for further details leedsjewishsociety@gmail.com.
Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH
Welcome to a special event organised by Concord Interfaith Fellowship, Leeds.
The Right Honourable John Battle talks on "12th Century Monks in Leeds: A spirituality for today?"
John is a former MP who was Faiths Adviser to Prime…
St Luke's CofE Primary School, Beeston Road, Leeds, LS11 8ND
St Luke's Primary School in Beeston, Leeds, will be hosting an interfaith assembly to celebrate the diversity of faiths in the city. Faith leaders from various religious institutes will be answering questions from school pupils and teachers.
…
Leeds, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Different faith communities in Bradford and Leeds boxed up donated items for Leeds Women's Aid and Staying Put in Bradford. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Walk, Kirkstall, Leeds, LS5 3EH. 12.00 – 16.00
The day will include representations of many of the major, and some minor, faiths in Leeds, outside musical performances, and a chance to leave a message on our Tree of Hope. Stalls will address the theme of environmental action, and…
Abbey Road, Leeds LS5 3EH. 12.30 – 14.00
Meditation walk and guided meditation.
Breathing Space, Portland Building, DMU, The Gateway, LE1 9BH. 14.00 – 16.00
While climate change affects everyone, it does not affect everyone equally. Come along to the event to find out more from the Sustainability Team. As part of Interfaith Week we will hear from Leicester’s diverse faith communities on how to…
DeMonfort University, Leicester, LE1 9BH. 13.00 – 15.00
Interfaith Week ‘Meet and Greet’ to celebrate our Faith and Cultural Societies. This is an opportunity to spread understanding, respect and showcase the work they do as part of our DMU Community.
The City of Leicester College, Downing Drive, Leicester, LE5 6LN. 0.00 – 0.00
A group of students will be involved in asking questions to external faith speakers.
The City of Leicester College, Downing Drive, Leicester, LE5 6LN. 0.00 – 0.00
Various competitions will be held for students throughout the week, based on the theme 'Respect for All.
Taking place Wednesday 17th and Thursday 18th.
The City of Leicester College, Downing Drive, Evington, Leicester, LE5 6LN. 0.00 – 0.00
Students are invited to wear their cultural dress to school and to educate others about its importance.
Breathing Space, Portland Building, DeMonfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH. 11.00 – 11.30
Meet in the Sharing Space for a short tour of the Prayer Rooms and Chapel with the opportunity to ask questions with our Muslim Chaplain and Christian Faith Advisor.
Breathing Space, Portland Building, DeMonfort University, The Gateway, Leicester, LE1 9BH. 12.00 – Thursday 18 November 12.30
Join us to learn more about OpenFaith & Welfare support at DMU, how we can challenge bias, respect difference in our daily lives and gain a better understanding of what we all have in common.
Two masterclasses:…
Victoria Park, Granville Road, Leicester LE1 7RY. 10.30 – 0.00
Starting at the Victoria Park Gates, London Rd Finishing in Spinney Hill Park, East Park Rd. Up to 90 minutes, steady pace. A 2-mile stroll through city streets passing faith buildings (past and present) which reflect the diversity of Leicester's…
St Philip's Church, Evington Road, Leicester LE2 1HN. 12.30 – 14.00
The Covid pandemic has had an uneven impact across the UK: in many ways it has heightened and exacerbated existing structural inequalities and challenges. During 2020 Leicester suffered more prolonged and stricter lockdown conditions than any other English city. Drawing…
Food Village, DMU, The Gateway, LE1 9BH. 16.00 – 18.00
A twist on speed dating; this event involves a series of quick rounds, ask questions, meet new people and talk about faith traditions and beliefs.
Cook, Eat, Learn and Share Together with the social kitchen and create…
St Philip's Church, Evington Road, Leicester LE2 1HN. 19.00 – 20.30
Faith Communities have their distinctive views - as well as points of agreement - on the climate crisis: its origins, its impact and the future actions we might take to escape the worst of this worldwide emergency. In this session,…
3-13 Keythorpe Street Leicester LE2 0AL. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of Interfaith week 2021, Bishop Martyn visited Masjid Al Falah on Thursday 18 November, accompanied by Tom Wilson and Riaz Ravat of the St Philip’s Centre. They were hosted by President of the Masjid, Abdulkarim Gheewala. They discussed…
Leicester, UK. 9.30 – 12.30
Visiting places of worship in the Clarendon Park area of Leicester.
Leicester, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
A hybrid meeting on the theme of 'Policing Challenges and the Role of Faith Communities', hearing from Police and Crime Commissioner Mr Rupert Matthews, and Chief Constable Simon Cole.
Krishna Avanti Primary School, Evington, Leicester, LE5 6HN. 0.00 – 0.00
Children from Krishna Avanti Primary School designed inter faith logos for a logo competition.
The University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH. 17.00 – 19.00
How Does Your Faith Bring You Joy? Come along to celebrate the various different religious and faiths groups represented at UoL and what connects you through faith! At the Percy Gee Centre - Opportunities Centre
Little Hadham Village Hall, The Ford, Little Hadham, Ware, SG11 2BP. 10.00 – Saturday 20 November 12.00
Planting young saplings (150) at Little Hadham, East Hertfordshire. Come and join us. Families welcome.
Liverpool John Moores University Students' Union, 80-98 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5UZ. 0.00 – 0.00
An inter faith fair featuring JMSU's different faith societies, where students will have the opportunity to meet the faith society committee members and enjoy a choir performance.
Liverpool, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Different groups from across the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University attended a bowling night hosted by Find Your Steeple; the Anglican Chaplaincy.
Stanley Theatre, Liverpool Guild of Students, 160 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TR. 19.00 – 21.00
Members of the LGBT+ society are sharing their experiences of being part of particular faiths, and how this has impacted their journeys with figuring out their identity, and coming out to family and their faith communities. Will also feature a…
Holly Lodge College, 140 Mill Ln, Liverpool L12 7LE. 17.00 – 20.00
Cultural and Artistic Persian Exhibition. Rahav music band (live in concert) with the voice of the amazing Ghafoor Sheikh. Together with Persian traditional dancers (with dances of Sama).
Gurdwara Singh Sabha London East, 1 Gurdwara Way, Barking IG11 8JD. 11.00 – Friday 19 November 14.00
Gurdwara Singh Sabha London East will be hosting open days to run during Interfaith week. Everyone is welcome to come in and be shown round and learn more about this Place of Worship.
Manor Junior School, Sandringham Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 9AG. 0.00 – Friday 26 November 0.00
Manor Junior School held a competition where pupils submitted poems or posters on the theme of 'celebrating diversity'.
Barking Town Hall, Town Hall Square, 1 Clockhouse Ave, Barking IG11 7LU. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
The Inter Faith Flag was raised outside the town hall, at a ceremony attended by Councillor Saima Ashraf and faith leaders.
Al Madina Mosque, 2 Victoria Rd, Barking IG11 8PY. 10.00 – 16.00
Al Madina Mosque will be hosting an open day to run during Interfaith week (14th-19th November). Everyone is welcome to come in and be shown round and learn more about this Place of Worship.
Powerhouse International, Oxlow Lane, Dagenham RM10 8LP. 11.00 – 14.00
Powerhouse International will be hosting an open day to run during Interfaith week. Everyone is welcome to come in and be shown round and learn more about this Place of Worship.
Harmony Christian Centre, 23-27 Kemp Rd, Dagenham RM8 1ST. 11.15 – 17.00
Harmony Christian Centre will be hosting an open day to run during Inter Faith week. Everyone is welcome to come in and be shown round and learn more about this Place of Worship.
Barking Elim Church, 93 Axe Street, Barking, IG11 7LZ. 18.00 – 19.00
An event celebrating the value of faith-based social action and discussing the future of interfaith activities in the borough.
Brent, London, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Brent Multi-Faith Forum and Brent Council came together to celebrate the Faith Covenant, first signed in 2017, pledging to respect each other's beliefs and planning how best to work together.
Hendon Town Hall, The Burroughs, London, NW4 4BG. 0.00 – 0.00
To mark Inter Faith Week, Barnet Council and Barnet Multi-Faith Forum (BMFF) publicly renewed the Barnet Covenant for Engagement between Faith Communities.
London, UK. 17.00 – Thursday 18 November 21.30
The premiere of the film 'Stranger/Sister', with discussion attended by Atiya Aftab, co-founder of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom and Kirsten Kelly, filmmaker and Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, both of Odyssey Impact.
Three separate screening events…
The Orion Primary School, Grahame Park Way, London, NW7 2AL
Mill Hill Cheder visited Orion School to explain what Mitzvah is and do a hands-on project together. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Finchley, UK
Staff from FMCB Chartered Accountants donated food for Child's Hill Food Bank, to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
London, UK
OGR Stock Denton Solicitors did a toiletry drive for Separated Child Foundation. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
St Mary & St Archangel Michael Coptic Orthodox Church, Cranbourne Gardens, London NW11 0HS
St Mary & St Archangel Michael Coptic Orthodox Church used donations from Alyth Synagogue to cook for a homeless outreach project. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Community Garden, Unitas Youth Zone, 76 Montrose Avenue Edgware HA8 0DT. 11.00 – 12.00
As part of Inter Faith Week (14 – 21 November 2021) the Middlesex Inter Faith Network (MDX IFN) and Barnet Multi Faith Forum (BMFF) invite you to join us on MITZVAH DAY (SUNDAY 21ST NOVEMBER) for a tree-planting ceremony at…
Shield House, Harmony Way, Hendon, London NW4 2BZ. 0.00 – Sunday 19 December 0.00
In aid of Interfaith Week the Stand Up! team have team delivered 18 sessions reaching 430 students. The team also collaborated on a livestream event with Union of Jewish Students, discussing interfaith relations between the Muslim and Jewish communities. We…
King's Cross Railway Station, Euston Road, London, N1 9AL. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
An exhibition at King's Cross by Network Rail's Multi-Faith Network, with a number of boards displaying facts about different faiths and beliefs.
Speed faithing is a religious twist on speed dating; an event which involves a series of quick rounds of opportunities to meet people and talk about faith, religion, beliefs, and anything else you can fit in a short conversation.
Holy Trinity & St Silas CofE Primary School, Hartland Road, London, NW1 8DE
A number of events with pupils at Holy Trinity & St Silas Primary School to mark both Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week. Activities included: donations to Chalk Farm Food Bank, gifting chocolate and homemade cards to a local care…
Goodenough College, Mecklenburgh Square, London WC1N 2AB
Visit to Westminster Cathedral with Father Brian Creak. For students of the college.
London, UK
LSE Faith Centre brought together different faith society members to cook for a local soup kitchen. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
London, UK
Members of Nisa Nashim created cards for Afghan refugees which included Tesco vouchers. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square, London WC1R 4RL. 11.00 – 13.00
Grace Marshall, award-winning writer and coach on productivity, will tell us how we can use our struggles as a force for good. As always, this Sunday Assembly London event will also feature rocking sing-alongs, poetry, and an opportunity to socialise…
Goodenough College, Mecklenburgh Square, London WC1N 2AB United Kingdom. 0.00 – 0.00
Synagogue visit led by Dean's Special Advisor on Interfaith Programming. For students of the college.
St Bartholomew's Hospital, W Smithfield, London, EC1A 7BE. 0.00 – 0.00
A launch of the inter faith staff network for Barts Health NHS Trust. With speeches, music performances, and food.
St. Ethelburga's Centre for Reconciliation and Peace, 78 Bishopsgate, London EC2N 4AG. 10.00 – 17.30
The UKIYN will carry out a field visit to St Ethelburga’s Centre for Reconciliation and Peace, and share a meal in their inter faith tent structure. As the Steering Committee have some members who can’t attend in person, some discussions…
Houses of Parliament, Westminster, London, SW1A 1AA
The Speaker of the House of Commons will be installing an exhibition in Portcullis House to celebrate Inter Faith Week and share stories of religion and faith from people who work across the House of Commons, including MPs. The display…
University of Westminster, Harrow Campus, Northwick Park, Roundabout, Harrow, HA1 3TP. 15.00 – 18.00
At our Remembrance event, we lay red and black wreaths at the base of our memorials to those from the University fallen in the two world wars.
This workshop event provides an opportunity to make your own…
King Charles Street, London, SW1A 2AH. 0.00 – 0.00
A seminar for civil servants at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office on the topic of 'Has Science Killed God?', with Krish Kandiah.
West London Synagogue, 33 Seymour Place, London, W1H 5AU. 18.30 – 20.30
A Scriptural Reasoning Event.
Scriptural Reasoning is a tool for interfaith dialogue where people of different faiths come together to read and discuss their holy texts. The aim is not to seek agreement but rather to explore…
New Scotland Yard, Victoria Embankment, London, SW1A 2JL. 0.00 – 0.00
Officers from Crime Prevention Inclusion and Engagement (CPIE), Metropolitan Police Service faith officers, and faith leaders came together at New Scotland Yard to hold an open talk group, discussing how we can work together, building trust and confidence with all…
Kings College London, Strand, London, WC2R 2LS. 16.00 – 18.00
Exploring the theme of 'Ecology and Theology' through sacred texts from Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions.
Revd Dr Simon Woodman, Dr Harrie Cedar and Imam Abdul Choudhury will be looking at how their scriptures address environmental…
London, UK. 17.00 – Thursday 18 November 21.30
The premiere of the film 'Stranger/Sister', with discussion attended by Atiya Aftab, co-founder of the Sisterhood of Salaam Shalom and Kirsten Kelly, filmmaker and Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime, both of Odyssey Impact.
Three separate screening events…
Ministry of Justice, 102 Petty France, London, SW1H 9AJ. 0.00 – 0.00
A seminar for civil servants at the Ministry of Justice on the topic of 'Has Science Killed God?', with Krish Kandiah.
Westminster, London, UK. 14.30 – 15.30
With the Civil Service Muslim, Hindu and Jewish Networks. Exploring the environment, sustainability and our responsibility according to our scriptures. The event will be a panel discussion with each speaker talking for roughly 10 minutes before a Q&A session to…
Holy Apostles Church, Pimlico, London, SW1V 4NE. 11.30 – 13.00
A lecture with Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald, a leading figure and scholar in interreligious relations and an internationally recognised expert on Christian-Muslim relations.
St Paul's Church Marylebone, 5 Rossmore Rd, London NW1 6NJ. 0.00 – 0.00
St Paul's Church partnered with a local synagogue to organise a donation rota for store essentials for FoodCycle; providing a weekly sit down meal for food-poor and isolated local residents. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah…
Westminster Synagogue, Kent House, Rutland Gardens, London, SW7 1BX. 14.00 – 16.00
Westminster Synagogue invited people to help sort and pack clothes to send to children in need, and to donate toys for Sebby's Corner's Christmas Appeal. This was to mark both Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week.
London, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
CBRE UK's Faith Network hosted a client roundtable, bringing together panellists from industry leaders sharing their experiences of faith in the workplace. Key themes were the importance of a prayer room, inter faith dialogue, collaboration, and the inclusion of faith…
King's College London Strand Campus, Strand, London, WC2R 2LS. 12.00 – 18.00
A tour of Central London's places of worship.
GIFTO's Lahore Karahi, 162-164 The Broadway, Southall UB1 1NN. 18.30 – 23.00
Outreach West London have hired 5 actors from Murder Mystery Meals Company, who will be managing the event for us. From the moment our guests arrive, they will be immersed in the murder mystery plot. The five actors mingle with…
Cardinal Wiseman School, Greenford Road, Greenford, Middlesex, UB6 9AW. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
The RE department at Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School and Language College hosted a competition for pupils to create a cultural cuisine of their choice, sending in recipes and pictures
St John's Church, 4 Church Avenue, Southall, UB2 4DH. 11.00 – 14.00
This event will showcase the partnerships and programmes throughout the 10 year life of Near Neighbours. We want to celebrate what community organisations supported by Near Neighbours have done to develop positive relationships in multi-religious, multi-ethnic areas, contributing to the…
Southall, London, UK. 18.00 – 20.00
A webinar to encourage take up of the COVID-19 vaccine among faith communities, with opportunities for question and answer with leading experts.
Speakers: Dr Bola Owolabi, Director for Health Inequalities at NHS England; Dr Sunil Daga, Vice…
Hazelbury Primary School, Haselbury Road, Edmonton, London, N9 9TT
Pupils at Hazelbury School learnt about how everyone, from those of differing faiths to those who are non-religious should respect the views and beliefs of others.
Rumi Mosque, 337 Fore Street, N9 0NU. 0.00 – 0.00
The khutbah (sermon) at Rumi Mosque's Jumu'ah Prayer focused on the importance of inter faith.
Rectory Farm, Enfield, EN2 8AA. 10.00 – Saturday 4 December 14.00
To mark 100 years of Lajna Ima'illah, the Women Auxiliary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community, Lajna Ima'illah have a target to plant 100,000 (one hundred thousand) trees across the UK.
Grovelands Park, London N14 6QX . 15.00 – 17.00
A prayer walk around Grovelands Park, Southgate, starting from the Main Gate on The Bourne at 3pm. At each stop, a different faith group will lead with some "Words of Hope".
Light refreshments will be served at…
Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice, 185 Bostall Hill, London SE2 0GB
A website feature for Inter Faith Week - Benny is a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Greenwich & Bexley Hospice and has been a nurse for over 20 years. In this piece, she
talks about her longstanding Pentecostal beliefs,…
Stoke Newington
Kehillah North London invited members of St Andrew's Church to join them for Shabbat prayers and meal and to learn together. Part of a sharing programme organised by the Council of Christians and Jews.
London, UK. 17.00 – 18.00
An opportunity for organisations, youth work practitioners and interested individuals and parties within communities to discuss and deliver ideas about how we can continue to support inter faith youth work.
Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School, Wades Place, Poplar, London, E14 0DE. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 special Inter Faith Week special session on Judaism with visit from Mr Silver
22 Goodwyn Avenue Mill Hill, London NW7 3RG
Inter faith themed activities across different subjects.
Sandringham (Jewish Care), Common Road, Stanmore, HA7 3FT. 0.00 – 0.00
StoryHour Uk (part of Puranas Ltd) screened their 15 minute Ramayana puppet show to residents and Sandringham Jewish Care, to share the story of Diwali.
Avanti House Secondary School, Wemborough Road, Stanmore, HA7 2EQ. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of Inter Faith Week, Avanti House School opened its doors to Minister for Defence Baroness Goldie who saw their success in creating a Combined Cadet Force contingent.
Middlesex, UK
Mosaic Liberal Synagogue carried out various social action activities to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day. These were: Goods for Goods clothing collection, food bank collection, making mezuzot for Belarus, an environmental project with Friends of Harrow Weald,…
Stanmore and Canons Park Synagogue, London Rd, Stanmore, Harrow HA7 4NS
Stanmore and Canons Park Synagogue held a tea for seniors, collectathons, a kids zone, a youth zone, and a knitting session. They also led an inter faith gardening project at Canons Park.
Harrow Weald, UK
The Friends of Harrow Weald hosted people of all faiths and backgrounds coming together to do some gardening and clearing, followed by tea and cake.
Kenton Jain Derasar, 557 Kenton Road, Kenton, Middlesex HA3 9RS. 0.00 – 0.00
Opening of Jain Temple welcoming other local communities. With prayers led by Vinod Kapashi, and team of Committee members and President of the Mahavir Foundation. Visit from Chair of Harrow Interfaith.
434 Uxbridge Rd, Hatch End, Pinner. 20.20 – Tuesday 30 November 23.59
Shabbat morning service in the presence of the Lord Mayor of Harrow. Led by Rabbi Naomi Goldman. With guests of other faiths. In person and by Zoom.
London, UK. 19.00 – 20.00
A session on the Power of Prayer, with Harrow Interfaith and the Jain Vishwa Bharati (JVB). Each faith representative will speak for 3 minutes on the theme 'The Power of Prayer'.
The Paddock, Middlesex University, The Burroughs, Hendon, NW4 4BT. 11.00 – 12.00
As part of Inter Faith Week (14 – 21 November 2021) the Middlesex Inter Faith Network and Barnet Multi Faith Forum invite you to join us on Thursday 18 November for a tree-planting ceremony on the Middlesex University campus in…
Botwell Green Library, East Avenue, Hayes, UB3 2HW. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Display of artwork from pupils at Minet Junior, Hayes Park and Yeading Junior schools for Inter Faith Week in LB Hillingdon.
Sipson, UK
Pupils at Lady Nafisa Secondary School for Girls cleared local allotments. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Hounslow House Civic Centre, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB. 18.30 – 20.30
A meeting in person to celebrate Inter Faith Week giving an opportunity to meet and network with other local supporters. The event will include: a finger food (vegetarian) buffet; a short inter faith quiz; the launch of both an inter…
Platform Youth Hub, Hornsey Road Baths, 2 Tiltman Place, London N7 7EE. 18.00 – 20.00
A youth debate led and delivered by young people of faith and of none. A panel of young people giving their views on 'Faith, Freedom and Equality: do they go together?', followed by questions from the audience for the panel…
London, UK
Telereal Trillium cleared and revamped the garden spaces at Islington Progression Pathway Service. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Moreland Primary School, Moreland Street, Islington, London, EC1V 8BB. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils from Moreland Primary School enjoyed a Dreamcatcher with Reverend Vicki Davis from St Clements and Imam Abu from Holborn Mosque, learning about how many things the two faiths have in common.
Moreland Primary School, Moreland Street, Islington, London, EC1V 8BB. 11.58 – 23.59
Pupils at Moreland Primary School took part in a festival of light and lantern parade to celebrate what we have in common as a community and share together.
Central Gurdwara London (Khalsa Jatha), 62 Queensland Rd, London W11 4SG. 18.00 – 21.30
Our event will gather music, prayer and short talks from different faiths – all representing how faiths can, and do, work together and enjoy each others’ cultures, religious practices and spiritual understanding. It will be followed by a vegetarian meal…
Hornton St, London W8 7NX. 0.00 – 0.00
Reception at Kensington Town Hall hosted by the Mayor of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, Councillor Gerard Hargreaves, to mark Inter Faith Week. With around 20 representatives of different faith groups in the Borough.
Kingston Liberal Synagogue, Rushett Rd, Long Ditton, Surrey KT7 0UX
The Dialogue Society joined Kingston Liberal Synagogue for a Jewish/Muslim inter faith volunteering event. Activities included creating fat balls and other treats for local birds, visiting Long Ditton to help clear leaves and cut back foliage, and litter picking in…
King's College London, Waterloo Campus, Stamford Street, London, SE1 9NH. 16.12 – 23.59
Come along to chat about your faith or learn about other people's - or just relax and sample some tasty snacks from around the world. And, listen out for our 'Faith Disco' playlist, full of music from different faith traditions.
King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
A tour of faith and belief information zones in the hospital chapels at King's College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital, and Orpington Hospital.
There will be a quiz and entry into a prize draw for those who…
King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS. 10.30 – Sunday 21 November 14.00
An Inter Faith Week information stall, available at various sites across King's College Hospital during the Week. For NHS staff, as well patients who can safely attend and their relatives.
Staff Wellbeing Hub (Monday to Sunday)
…
King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, SE5 9RS. 11.30 – 12.45
A celebration of Guru Nanak Ji's Gurprub (the birth of the first Sikh guru, Guru Nanak) in association with King's Sikh Network. Lunch provided (Guru Ka Langar).
Trinity Church of England School, Taunton Road, Lee, London, SE12 8PD. 9.00 – Friday 19 November 15.00
Send in a photo of you doing an activity related to your faith to be in with a chance of winning a prize.
RHB 144, Richard Hoggart Building, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, London, SE14 6NW. 13.30 – 16.30
A presentation by Don de Silva, environmentalist, author, diplomat and Buddhist Chaplain.
This will give some historical context to world activities on sustainability and climate, as well as a particular focus on the hot issues and agreements…
50 Portway, London E15 3QG. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Our InterFaith week kicked off on Monday with a visit from Venerable Mangala from East London Buddhist Centre. We are having a different visitor leading collective worship every day this week as part of #InterFaithWeek. Subsequent visits from Nick Young…
West Ham Church of England Primary School, Portway, Stratford, London, E15 3QG. 0.00 – Thursday 2 December 0.00
Pupils at West Ham Church of England Primary School were visited by representatives from different religious communities, who gave presentations about their faith and lead collective worship.
Monday 15th Nov: Venerable Mangala from East London Buddhist Centre…
Newham, London, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Officers from Newham Police, the North East BCU of the London Met, joined members of various faith groups on a tour of places of worship in Newham.
Stratford School Academy, Upton Lane Site, Upton Lane, Forest Gate, London E7 9PR
#Year8 students enjoyed meeting local Faith Leaders at Student SACRE*. Student SACRE is a Newham based programme run by #REMatters, which aims to promote dialogue between young people of different faiths, secular backgrounds and cultures. This week, students met with…
50 Portway, London E15 3QG. 0.00 – 0.00
On Friday, we celebrated our diverse school community as part of #InterFaithWeek. The children shared their personal experiences and beliefs during whole school collective worship.
London, UK
HMRC Stratford Jewish Network collected coats to drop off at Wrap Up Warm London locations. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Masjid-E-Tauheed, 236-238 High St North, London E12 6SB. 0.00 – 0.00
Newham MPS Faith Officer PC Samplay and A/PS Salam gave a talk on knife crime at a local Mosque in East Ham.
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham TW1 4SX. 0.00 – 0.00
Come along to campus wearing/bringing along an item that celebrates your faith, identity and culture.
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 14.00 – 17.00
Celebrating and discovering within faith, join us and our students leading on Henna art and Hijab trying.
St Marys University Chapel, 692 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 11.30 – 12.30
Light a candle and explore the chapel. Two sessions: Monday 15 Nov, 11:30-12:30; Wednesday 17 November, 11:30-12:30
St Marys University Chapel, 692 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 12.30 – 17.45
Featuring a speed-faithing event, alongside talks and open services.
Confessions: 12:35pm
Mass: 1:05pm
Lunch in the Chaplaincy: 1:30pm
Drop-in Talks, 15-20 minutes and Q&As;, 3pm-5:45pm:
Dynamics of Faith
Our Common…
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 14.00 – 17.00
Celebrate and discover the art of Turban tying, and its significance in the Sikh and Hindu faiths.
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 12.30 – 13.00
Celebrate Guru Nanak's birthday with Langur (the giving of food). An opportunity to celebrate and to try some traditional Indian treat.s
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 15.00 – 16.00
Take part in a dance class and discover the cultural significance of Bhangra.
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 12.30 – 14.00
St Mary's University Student Union served langar to students, collected from Sri Guru Singh Sabha Southall.
St Mary's C of E Primary School, Strafford Road, Twickenham, TW1 3AD. 0.00 – Friday 26 November 0.00
A travelling show of religious artefacts visited all three sites of St Mary's C of E Primary School, celebrating the differences and similarities of religious faiths.
St Mary's Church of England Primary School (Infants), Amyand Park Road, Twickenham, TW1 3HE. 0.00 – 0.00
Reception class and Year 6 each created artwork exploring the quote by Jo Cox: "We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us".
Lady Eleanor Holles, Hanworth Road, Hampton, TW12 3HF. 0.00 – 0.00
U2 class at LEH Senior School gave an assembly to other pupils on the topic of Inter Faith Week.
St Mary's C of E Primary School (Middle Site), Strafford Road, Twickenham, TW1 3AD. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at St Mary's C of E Primary School (Middle Site) created artwork to represent what their spirit looks like.
King's College London, Waterloo Campus, Stamford Street, London, SE1 9NH. 16.12 – 23.59
Come along to chat about your faith or learn about other people's - or just relax and sample some tasty snacks from around the world. And, listen out for our 'Faith Disco' playlist, full of music from different faith traditions.
St Christopher's Church, Pembroke House, 80 Tatum Street, London, SE17 1QR. 0.00 – 0.00
St Christopher's Catholic Church, St Philip's Anglo-Catholic Church, St Peter's Church, and Old Kent Road Mosque had a discussion about climate change and made commitments to take individual and collective action. This was also considered part of Mitzvah Day.
London, UK
The team at Holocaust Memorial Day Trust wrote cards with messages of hope to asylum seekers in the UK who are supported by the refugee crisis charity Care4Calais. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
London, UK
Pupils at Lyndhurst School collected food to deliver to Food Bank Aid North London. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
St Helier Community Association, Bishopsford Road, Morden, SM4 6BL. 12.30 – 14.00
An opportunity to find out more about work and projects that are coming up; future training; and funding.
John Scurr Primary School, Cephas Street, London, E1 4AX. 0.00 – 0.00
A Year 6 classroom activity using poetry to explore faith.
Mayflower Primary School, Upper North Street, London, E14 6DU. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils learning about different faiths and beliefs with the help of religious objects and books.
Sandys Row Synagogue, 4A Sandy's Row, London, E1 7HW. 0.00 – 0.00
Representatives from Mitzvah Day and Nisa Nashim visited Sandys Row Synagogue.
St Margaret's House, 21 Old Ford Road, Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PL. 18.00 – 20.00
Faith groups have provided essential support to residents in Tower Hamlets, before and during the pandemic, and have been at the heart of providing support for people, particularly those facing the worst health and social inequalities.
…
Halley Primary School, Halley Street, London, E14 7SS. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 pupils learn about journeys from all religions, and drew maps for the journey of Hajj.
Eden Girls' School Waltham Forest, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, London, E17 5SD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Eden Girls' School are sharing quotes about faith, inter faith, and religious diversity to their Twitter account.
Forest School, 2 College Pl, London E17 3PY
A week of activities organised by our pupil Faith & Belief Advocates and Chaplain - discussions, creativity, fun, food and much more!
Eden Girls’ School, Waltham Forest | Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, London E17 5SD. 9.30 – 11.30
The aim of the event is to promote further community cohesion and mutual understanding, peace and harmony between all faiths and none. We had initially scheduled this event last year in March but due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we had…
Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, London, N17 9NH. 10.00 – 15.00
Join the London Wildlife Trust team and celebrate Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day an annual day of faith-based social action, with practical conservation tasks at Walthamstow Wetlands.
You could be chopping down invasive trees, scything meadows…
14th Walthamstow Scouts Group, 2015a Wood Street, Walthamstow, E17 3NU. 13.00 – 15.00
Sharing penicillin, with stories of unity, to celebrate Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Tooting Broadway Underground Station, Tooting High Street, London, SW17 0SU. 18.00 – 18.45
Leaders of the main faiths and civic leaders will gather together with the general public to express prayers and wishes for peace and community solidarity.
Faith leaders in their traditional robes say brief prayers for peace,…
Seagull Theatre, Morton Rd, Pakefield, Lowestoft NR33 0JH. 19.30 – 21.30
Four films made by local film maker Tom Fox, introduced by him, with opportunity to discuss them and their content with him and with fellow watchers.
Luton, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service posted photos from 2017 of firefighters from Luton enjoying food donations from the local Muslim community, and engaging with their children.
Guru Nanak Gurdwara, 2A Dallow Rd, Luton LU1 1LY. 0.00 – 0.00
Luton Guru Nanak Gurdwara launched their new weekly Sikh Soup Kitchen, accompanied by Grassroots Luton (Christian), National Sikh Police Association, and Bedfordshire Police community cohesion officers.
Malmesbury School, Corn Gastons, SN16 ODF
Year 7 were asked to design a logo for Interfaith Week which is happening next week. This year the week's theme is physical and mental wellbeing.
Manchester, UK. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
Sikh Sewa Organisation Manchester joined together with The Friendship Circle to collect food for the homeless in the two weeks leading up to Mitzvah Day. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Manchester Cathedral, Victoria Street, Manchester M3 1SX.. 10.30 – 13.00
Celebrating 10 Years of Near Neighbours. As it is also a week before Interfaith Week 2021, the event will open with an official welcome from local faith leaders, followed by showcase of the work of Near Neighbours in Greater Manchester.…
Gilda Brook Social Club, 34 Wellington Road, Eccles, Manchester M30 0NP. 19.30 – 21.00
A Thursday Night Lounge with the Muslim community. Get to know the local Muslim community better in a non-religious/non-theological forum. Individuals are free to discuss and learn more about each other's perspectves, community and heritage. There is also a community…
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Laurus Ryecroft were invited to create a piece of bunting, representing one of the six biggest religions. The best entries were used to decorate the faith room, with an opportunity to earn house points and win a 'beliefs…
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Inter Faith photography competition for students at Laurus Ryecroft.
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A form group quiz about beliefs and values, with the chance to win housepoints.
Luther King Centre, Brighton Grove, Manchester, M14 5JP. 0.00 – 0.00
A Unitarian ritual of Flower Communion to celebrate the diversity of the community and its different faith groups.
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Laurus Ryecroft attended a documentary showing what it means to be Jewish and the Kosher lifestyle.
Manchester, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 8 students visited the Holy Law Synagogue and Raza Masjid.
Parrenthorn High School, Heywood Road, Prestwich, Whitefield, Manchester, M25 2BW. 10.30 – 11.00
A challenge for pupils and staff to bake or cook food that represents a faith.
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 13.00 – 13.30
Pupils at Laurus Ryecroft attended a guided meditation service.
Droylsden Academy, Manor Road, Droylsden, Manchester M43 6QD. 0.00 – 0.00
Inter Faith Celebration with activities designed to give an insight into, and an understanding of, the different and distinct faith communities in the UK and the contributions that they all make to our wider society. [Date uncertain].
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 136 York St, Manchester, M1 7XN. 19.00 – 20.30
A reflection on Freedom of Religion and Belief in the UK by Dr James Holt, Associate Professor of Religious Education at the University of Chester, and Chair of the charity, Freedom Declared Foundation. In this event James will discuss
…
Laurus Ryecroft, Lumb Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7LJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Laurus Ryecroft has the opportunity to learn about some of the foods from certain religions and what they represent.
Manchester, UK
Bowdon Community Cares hosted an inter faith coffee morning with local faith leaders and congregants, to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Mansfield, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
The Unitarian Community held their regular discussion, and invited a Baha'i speaker to talk about the Baha'i Faith. A video clip of chiefs in Democratic Republic of Congo showed them attending BAha'i conference and resolving to unite and work together…
Mansfield, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
An inter faith service was held at the Unitarian chapel, with readings from the Qu'ran, Buddhist scripture and the New Testament as well as other readings and music and an account of Abdu'l-Baha's visit to England in 1912 (it is…
Margate Library, Thanet Gateway Plus, Cecil St, Margate CT9 1RE ·
Inter Faith Week. This celebrates the good work that the UK's faith communities do for us all to strengthen awareness and understanding. We have put together an informative display and poster to support this initiative so please come and have…
Medway, UK. 19.00 – 20.30
A talk on the theme 'Transition into Hereafter', with speaker Sheikh Abdur Rehman.
Medway Maritime Hospital, Windmill Road, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5NY. 0.00 – 23.59
Inter Faith Week education session led by Dalbir Kaur Bahia, President of the Gurudwara in Gillingham about Sikhism. With display and a stall with religious artefacts in the Dining Room with help from the Trust’s Lead Chaplain the Reverend Ruth…
Milton Keynes University Hospital, Standing Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LD. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
An exhibition of work by school pupils reflecting the different world views held across Milton Keynes. Students have been invited to produce a poster, poem, piece of artwork or written piece, reflecting on their beliefs or worldview, whether they have…
Milton Keynes College, Chaffron Way Campus, Chaffron Way, Leadenhall, MK6 5LP. 18.00 – 21.00
MKIAC and Interfaith MK hosted an event which featuring music and performance from MK’s diverse communities as well as offering a platform for reflection to many of MK’s faith and non-faith leaders. We had four counties represented by High Sheriffs,…
Victoria Park Pavillion, Carr Road, Nelson BB9 7SS. 0.00 – 0.00
Faith leaders and representatives from faith organisations came together for lunch and conversation and decided that it is something they would like to do more often!
Conversation flowed from experiences during the pandemic, food banks and the wider community.
Newcastle Reform Synagogue, Off the Croft, Kenton Road, Kenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 4RF. 0.00 – 0.00
An open meeting of Newcastle Council of faiths. Mr Hari Shukla was made Honorary Life President of Newcastle Council of Faiths, and Mr Smajo Benson was awarded the first Hari Shukla award for Inter Faith Work.
Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Cottenham Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5QU. 10.00 – 15.00
A 'faith coach' trip to different places of worship in Newcastle.
Newcastle, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
A Q&A session with hospital chaplains.
Brighstone CE Aided Primary School, New Road, Brighstone, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 4BB
Some visitors of different faiths (Hinduism, Islam, Christianity and Judaism) will visit the school throughout the week, to talk with the children about their faith. It will involve discussions and pictures of different religious festivals, as well as the chance…
Newport, Shropshire, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Archery GB posted an article from members of Leicester Archery Academy discussing sport and faith.
St Joseph's RC High School, Pencarn Way, Tredegar Park, Newport, NP10 8XH. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 8 pupils used their RE lessons to design temples for the different religions, based around differences in food, clothes, music, etc.
NIFF C/O, JP Law, 110 Whitworth Road, Northampton NN1 4HJ. 0.00 – 0.00
For Interfaith week we launch our book 'I am Human' and release our video to share https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hVSA8Ta6e0 (Film is of children talking about learning about faith and about friendship.).
35-37 Campbell Street, Northampton NN1 3DS. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of interfaith week members of Niff accompanied by the Mayor served hot meals and food at the Hope centre.
Whitegate C of E Primary School, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 2AY. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Whitegate Primary School had an assembly, exploring how different religions have more similarities than differences.
Whitegate C of E Primary School, Whitegate, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 2AY. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 1 at Whitegate School have been learning about the Jewish faith by looking at a number of resources and books.
Avenue Junior School, Avenue Road, Norwich NR2 3HP. 0.00 – Thursday 18 November 0.00
An art competition on the theme of Friendship for Inter Faith Week.
Nottingham Trent University, 50 Shakespeare St, Nottingham NG1 4FQ, . 0.00 – Thursday 18 November 0.00
As part of Interfaith Week, the Chaplaincy and Faith Support team are running an art competition. Submissions can be any form of art using any medium. Including photographs, images, drawings, paintings, sculptures, poetry, text or calligraphy. Entries should depict religion…
Bluecoat Sixth Form, Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, NG1 6AB. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Bluecoat Sixth Form created a display that showcases the different faiths in the community.
Adams room, Conference Centre (Burton Street reception), Nottingham Trent University, 30 Burton Street, Nottingham, NG1 4BU. 14.00 – 19.00
Explore the way religion and worldviews are interwoven into the life of Nottingham, as people from long standing and diverse communities share their stories and open the window into their world. Join us for workshops and presentations with journalists, teachers,…
Nottingham, UK
Nottingham Liberal Chedar picked litter in a church garden, local streets and recreation grounds with a local Methodist Church.
Bilborough College, College Way, Nottingham NG8 4DQ
Bilborough College Islamic Society and Christian Union are running a joint session in late celebration of Inter Faith Week. The session will be a casual discussion about their faiths, what it means to them, and a chance to ask questions.
Princess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough Common, Orpington, BR6 8ND. 10.00 – 15.00
Inter Faith Week information stall at Princess Royal University Hospital.
Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Dudley Road E, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 3DU. 10.00 – 16.00
An event at the Balaji Temple, including children's activities, a nature walk, yoga and a workshop to look at how the community and Temple can work together around air quality issues.
Oldbury, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Staff at Curral Lewish & Martin Limited attended a coffee and cake break, as well as an inter faith quiz.
St Hugh's College, St Margaret's Rd, Oxford OX2 6LE. 18.15 – 20.30
Interfaith choral evensong service with guest speaker Tracey Rosenfeld-Schueler and the St Hugh's College Chapel Choir. Tracey Rosenfeld-Schueler is a Jewish Chaplain to the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes, which is a role she has shared with her husband…
Oxford, UK. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Culham St Gabriel's signposted a number of resources to help teach pupils about different faiths.
Oxford, UK
An inter faith tree planting with Oxford faith communities, Oxford Jewish Congregation inter faith group, and EcoSynagogue. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
St Mary and St Nicholas Littlemore, St Nicholas Road, Littlemore, Oxford OX4 4PP. 11.00 – 0.00
Our Oxford volunteers visited St Mary and St Nicholas, Littlemore to celebrate interfaith week this Sunday by distributing Noah’s pudding to congregating after Sunday service. We briefly shared @DialogueSociety’s Noah’s pudding project to promote diversity, equalities & inclusion.
St John's Church, Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire, BB8, 0RY. 14.00 – 16.30
Experience a taste of the different cultures through live music, entertainment and a shared 3 course community meal.
Clitheroe Pendle Primary School, Princess Avenue, Pendle, Clitheroe, BB7 2AL. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Pendle Primary created an exhibition of art work based around the theme of #Peace and Harmony' between religions.
Peterborough Cathedral, Peterborough PE1 1XZ. 14.00 – 23.59
The Peterborough InterFaith Support Group invites all Faith and Community groups to the Faith Walk, starting at Peterborough Cathedral, then going to Faizam e Madina Mosque and finishing at Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir.
Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough PE3 9PY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A whole school competition of art, music, research, presentations and poems based on Jo Cox's statement 'We have more in common with each other than that which divides us'.
Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough PE3 9PY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Students at Jack Hunt School learnt about faith through tutor resources, assemblies and quizzes.
Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough PE3 9PY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at Jack Hunt School enjoyed a special menu in the dining hall to celebrate Inter Faith Week.
Laxton Junior School, East Road, Oundle, Peterborough, PE8 4BX
Year 2 pupils at Laxton Junior School searched for sticks in the Woodland Garden and used them to create their own Nishaan Sahib.
Laxton Junior School, East Road, Oundle, Peterborough, PE8 4BX. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils from Laxton Junior School visited the Mandir to learn more about Hinduism, making offerings of fresh flowers and learning how aarti is performed.
Peterborough, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Peterborough Liberal Jewish Community, together with a representatives from the local Sikh and Muslim communities, held a tea party to accept donations. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Thomas Deacon Academy, Queen's Gardens, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 2UW. 0.00 – 0.00
Students at Thomas Deacon Academy had in-class discussions about their own faith and cultural traditions, with Year 7 and 8 making an Inter Faith Display.
Polegate Primary School, BN26 6PT. 8.00 – Monday 22 November 8.00
We will be promoting a curriculum link between R.E., art and Literacy by holding and art and poetry competition. Children will have a week to submit a piece of art or poetry representing inter faith beliefs or of a religion…
St John’s Methodist Church, Baker Street, Potters Bar, EN6 2DZ
Study day on Understanding Islam led by a renowned speaker on Islam Dr Chris Hewer.
Preston, UK. 15.00 – 17.00
£2 contribution toward ingredients. Contact Penny Craig to book as places are limited to 15.
Preston Mosque. 18.45 – 20.45
To Register attendance please, call/text Light Foundation on 07794 949217.
Preston, UK. 17.00 – 18.00
‘Part of Living Wage Week’ and Inter Faith Week. Contact Davinia.jackson@citizensuk.org for details.
Preston, UK (online). 18.30 – 19.30
History from a black perspective, Ahmed James and Cecil Walsh, On Zoom. (See below for ID & Passcode)
Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Preston PR1 5YP
Celebrations of the birth of Guru Nanak, open to the public.
Ashton Methodist Church, Wellington Rd, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston PR2 1BU. 19.00 – 21.00
Light Foundation, see contact below, at Ashton Methodist Church, Wellington Rd, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston PR2 1BU.
Speakers: Shaykh Adam Kelwick (Muslim) Neetal Parekh (Hindu) Dr. Bruce Warren (Christian)
Unity Centre, Shepherd Street, Preston. 13.00 – 16.00
Guest speaker - Hafsah Alkhair Ahmed, Associate Lecturer at UCLAN in Religion, Culture & Society.
The event will include a presentation and group activities offering a unique space to dispel stereotypes held about Islam, learn the history of Muslims…
Xaverian Spirituality Centre, Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood. 17.00 – 19.00
No lectures, no zoom, just delightful face-to-face conversations and light refreshments at Xaverian Spirituality Centre, Sharoe Green Lane, Fulwood. To help catering please inform oceandream1953@hotmail.co.uk if hoping to come.
Reading, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Reading Interfaith Group hosted an event in the mayor's parlour, giving a diverse group of faith leaders with an interest in inter faith the opportunity to meet and to discuss ways in which to support inter faith in Reading, as…
Reading, UK
An Inter Faith Day to promote awareness and understanding of different faiths across the organisation. The day will include 'Thought of the Day' from different employees from different faiths, Faith Podcasts and fact sheets about the different religions. Activities to…
Shenley Park, Radlett Ln, Shenley, Radlett WD7 9DW
Shenley Park Trust planted thousands of bulbs and trees across Shenley Park. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Rose Lane Primary School, Rose Lane, Chadwell Heath, Romford, RM6 5NJ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
KS2 will be thinking of the groups that we least know about, and will be researching facts about them.
Rose Lane Primary School, Rose Lane, Chadwell Heath, Romford, RM6 5NJ
KS1 will be asking big questions around different faiths - things we think we will help us to get to know others better.
All Saints Farm, Ashford Road, Romney Marsh TN28 8TH
Guided Tours of the Interfaith Sculpture Park on Romney Marsh. Telephone the IMOS Foundation to arrange date and time 01797 363099. Individuals and groups welcome. Takes about an hour. The sculpture park surrounds the ruined 12th century church of Hope…
Unity Centre, St Leonard's Rd, Rotherham, S65 1PD. 16.30 – 18.00
All welcome to a friendly tea-party to find out what Rotherham Interfaith Group do, and how they spread love in our neighbourhood.
Brinsworth Academy, Brinsworth Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5EJ
Our Wednesday pride group have been making goody bags as acts of kindness, for antibullying/interfaith week. Today, they have been sharing them with others across the academy to brighten up people's day
Brinsworth Academy, Brinsworth Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5EJ
As part of Interfaith Week, all students in Religion and Worldviews have had virtual tours of places of worship from our local area. Special thanks to Tinsley Mosque, Sheffield Buddhist Centre, Snaith Priory and Sheffield Jewish Synagogue for taking part.
Brinsworth Academy, Brinsworth Road, Brinsworth, Rotherham, S60 5EJ. 0.00 – 0.00
Students in Religion and Worldviews have made pledges of support for inter faith week, which can be seen here: https://business.facebook.com/BrinsworthAcademyLEAP/posts/4336666093122343
Leamington Hastings Church of England Academy, Birdingbury Rd, Hill, Rugby CV23 8EA. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Exploration in Collective Worship of how there are many similarities within different religions. There are different activities around the school during the Week which children can access.
Murdishaw West Community Primary School, Barnfield Avenue, Murdishaw WA7 6EP. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at Murdishaw West Community Primary School took part in an artwork competition set by Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy.
Barnfield Avenue, Murdishaw WA7 6EP
Our ‘Interfaith Week’ story is Noah’s Ark, we’ve enjoyed learning the story through play and exploring our ark.
University of Salford, 43 Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT. 12.00 – 13.00
Chaplains and Chat event. Inter Faith Week event series.
University of Salford, 43 Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT. 11.30 – 12.00
Tour of the Faith Centre for students. On both 16 and 17 November. Part of a series of activities for Inter Faith Week.
Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School, Trafford Road, Eccles, Salford, M30 0JA. 10.57 – 23.59
Year 3 and 4 pupils learned about Judaism with a visitor, leaning Jewish dances and making their own chanukiahs.
St George's Church, Digby Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 7LU. 16.00 – 18.30
An inter faith service to launch Inter Faith Week 2021.
Scunthorpe Church of England VC Primary School, Gurnell Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6HP
Year 1 and 2 had an international cuisine day, trying various foods from all over the world that matched the nationalities of children in the class.
The Islamic Centre, 4 Parkinson Ave, Scunthorpe, DN15 7JX. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Some of the school councillors went to The Islamic Centre. They learnt about the Muslim faith and their own Abubakhr assisted by the imam demonstrating the different positions for prayer. There was also food, and they talked to the different…
The Islamic Centre, Parkinson Avenue, Scunthorpe, DN15 7JX. 10.00 – 14.30
Open day at the Islamic Centre, with talks at 10:30am and 2pm.
Connect Church, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1NR. 14.30 – 16.30
Featuring a Q&A with a church a leader, learning about Connect Church, along with refreshments.
Scunthorpe, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
University Campus North Lincolnshire posted a video of different faith representatives speaking about their involvement in the Week.
University Campus North Lincolnshire (UCNL) Ashby Road Scunthorpe DN16 1BU. 11.30 – 14.30
Inter faith exhibition, representation from Christians, Muslims Sikhs, Spiritualists, Quakers. Art display by children from Scunthorpe C of E Primary School. Free coffee and cake sale to raise money for North Lincolnshire Sanctuary group
St Lawrence's Academy, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe, DN15 7DF. 15.30 – 16.30
Open to members of the local community and the academy community, so that we can share our faith journeys and why faith is important to us. There will be a display of student and staff faith journeys, and an opportunity…
Sikh Temple, 207 Frodingham Road, DN15 7NS. 11.30 – 13.30
A celebration of the birth of Guru Nanak, with food.
Sheffield, UK
A visit to various places of worship across Sheffield. An opportunity for members of public and other faith communities to have a better understanding, get to know one another and to ask questions.
Programme:
Sunday 14th…
Emaan Trust, Grimesthorpe Road, Sheffield, S4 8DE. 11.00 – 12.00
A visit to the Grand Mosque to learn about the local Islamic community.
Blackley Centre, Prospect View, Blackley, Elland, HX5 0TD. 19.30 – 21.00
An opportunity to share knowledge, actions, encouragement and network. People of all faiths and beliefs welcome.
Sheffield Hallam University, Howard Street, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield, S1 1WB. 13.00 – 15.00
A chance to have tea/coffee and biscuits and chat with Sheffield Hallam faith advisers. All faiths and none are welcome.
United Synagogue Sheffield, 127 Psalter Lane, Sheffield, S11 8UX. 11.00 – 12.00
An opportunity to visit United Synagogue Sheffield and learn about the local Jewish community.
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Mytton Oak Rd, Shrewsbury SY3 8XQ. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
Hospital staff and volunteers have been invited to visit the hospital Chapels to speak to a Chaplain to learn more about the service, how it is growing and changes being introduced to adopt a more multi faith approach.
Eden Girls' School, 183-187 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 4AA. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Guest speakers from the Christian and Sikh faith communities led talks for pupils at Eden Girls' School.
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School, Penn Road, Slough, SL2 1PH. 0.00 – 0.00
We started the week with a virtual assembly from a professional Indian dancer called Nikita from the Dancing Nikita Company. She taught the children about Kathak dancing and we all joined in and learnt some dance moves.
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School, Penn Road, Slough, SL2 1PH. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Throughout the week, each class learnt how to write the first letter of their first name in Arabic. Every class wrote their Arabic letters on a jigsaw piece to make a whole jigsaw for the class. This shows how connected…
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School, Penn Road, Slough, SL2 1PH. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 4 had the opportunity to have a dhol workshop by a professional dhol player called Lakhan from High Rated Drummers and Baja Beats UK. The children learnt about the drum that originates from India and got to play a…
Penn Wood Primary and Nursery School, Penn Road, Slough, SL2 1PH. 0.00 – 0.00
Classes had time to share traditions from their faiths and cultures as well as to ask questions, because it's okay to ask and be curious. Some classes enjoyed cake from a local baker, Neelam from Sweet Vision, as they chatted…
Holy Trinity Church, Church Hill St, Smethwick, B67 7AH. 10.30 – 13.30
Smethwick Interfaith Friends Forum has organised a faith trail on Monday 22nd November 2021. The faith trail is open for all to attend. We hope the visit will give participants an insight into what goes on in the faith-building we…
Hope Coppice, Woodloes Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 2RP. 10.00 – 12.00
Service project with Solihull Council. An inter faith group will help plant bulbs and wildflowers in Hope Coppice, a newly planted woodland as a memorial to those affected by Covid-19.
Southam College, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW
Students learn about Diwali and the Sikh story behind Diwali. Students create models of the golden temple
Faith and Reflection Centre, Nuffield Theatre Cafe, Building 6, University Road, SO17 1TR, Southampton, UK. 18.00 – 20.00
All faith-based societies are invited to come along to a chill evening of games, crafts and snacks. There will be some games and crafts around, but feel free to bring along any games or crafts you want to share. There…
Western Community Hospital William Macleod Way, Southampton SO16 4XE. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of celebrating #InterFaithWeek our multifaith resource group hosted a coffee and cake break for staff to connect. A lovely halal and vegan friendly feast was also shared over coffee and conversations raising awareness around diversity and acceptance.
Southampton Hebrew Congregation, 77 Dover Street, SO14 6GN. 13.00 – 14.00
Come along to a tour of the Southampton Hebrew Congregation, our local synagogue, which has a rich history and community which goes back for over a century. Whether you’ve been to a synagogue before or have never set foot in…
St Edmund's Roman Catholic Church, The Avenue, Southampton, SO17 1XJ. 14.15 – 15.15
Fr Vincent has opened the doors to St Edmund’s Catholic Church for visiting as part of Inter Faith Week at the University of Southampton. Staff and students of all faiths or none are welcome to come along to explore a…
Southampton Medina Mosque, Compton Walk, Southampton SO14 0BH. 15.30 – 16.30
Join Rashid Brora for a tour of the first purpose-built Mosque in the South of England. Those of all faiths or none are welcome to attend and ask any questions they might have.
Southampton City Art Gallery, Commercial Road, Southampton, SO14 7LP. 15.30 – 17.00
This afternoon event, launching the publication of Tony Kushner's new book 'Southampton's Migrant Past and Present', will be accompanied by artistic reflections on migration. We will hear poetry from Joan McGavin, Nazneen Ahmed's poetry and film on Lascars from Mayflower400,…
Faith and Reflection Centre, Nuffield Theatre Cafe, Building 6, University Road, SO17 1TR. 12.00 – 16.00
If you would like to come along and hear some Jewish inspiration from Rabbi Zalman Lewis, along with some kosher food, come along to Lunch n Learn!
Woodseaves C of E Academy, Dicky's Lane, Woodseaves, Stafford, ST20 0LB. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Class One learnt about Buddhism, looking at the similarities and differences with Christianity.
Woodseaves C of E Academy, Dicky's Lane, Woodseaves, Stafford, ST20 0LB. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Class Two learnt about Islam, looking at the similarities and differences with Christianity.
Woodseaves C of E Academy, Dicky's Lane, Woodseaves, Stafford, ST20 0LB. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Class Three learnt about Hinduism and Diwali, looking at the similarities and differences with Christianity.
St Columba's college, King Harry Ln, St Albans AL3 4AW
Inter Faith Week starts early at St Columba’s RE, with a fantastic session with Ms Jaffar from the Maths Department who shared her experience of Hajj.
St Stephen's Church Hall, Watling Street, St Albans, Herts AL1 2PT. 19.00 – 21.00
The Diocese of St Albans is a diverse diocese. There are large Jewish communities in south Hertfordshire and Barnet, and large Muslim, Hindu and Sikh communities in Watford, Hitchin, St Albans, Luton and Bedford. As a diocese it is committed…
Highfield Park, St Albans. 0.00 – 0.00
A session of communal tree planting with people of different faiths and beliefs, to celebrate both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Moss Bank Community Library, Bowness Ave, St Helens, WA11 7EQ. 15.30 – 16.30
Make a paper candle to take home, and look at our display of faith books.
The Helens Library, The World of Glass, Chalon Way E, Saint Helens, WA10 1BX. 16.00 – 17.30
Connect with faith communities and belief groups within the local area as faith leaders deliver readings and inspirational messages.
St Helens Library, The World of Glass, Chalon Way E, St Helens, Saint Helens, WA10 1BX. 16.00 – 16.45
Create your own mosaic art work and celebrate your faith.
Stockport Hospital
Today, there will be a display in the chaplaincy centre on this theme. Please call in to the chaplaincy centre to have a look at the inter faith remembrance stories and to meet the chaplains.
Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport SK5 7HD. 0.00 – 0.00
A culture and diversity fair to mark 'Anti-bullying, diversity and inter faith week'. The aim of this week is to recognise and celebrate each other's differences, use kind words to one another, and learn more about our staff and students…
Stockport Hospital. 12.00 – Friday 19 November 14.00
Every day during Inter Faith Week (except Thursday 18 November) you can meet members of the chaplaincy team at the kiosk outside the staff restaurant between 12-2pm. There will be an opportunity to ask questions about spiritual care at the…
Stockport Hospital
Today, we share stories from members of staff on how their faith/belief supports them in their job role here at the hospital
Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport SK5 7HD. 0.00 – 0.00
Dance workshops to mark 'Anti-bullying, diversity and inter faith week'. The aim of this week is to recognise and celebrate each other's differences, use kind words to one another, and learn more about our staff and students at RVHS and…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Bramhall Lane, Davenport, Stockport SK3 8SA. 19.00 – 20.00
A tour of the building, with a film about humanitarian aid and an opportunity to share ideas for the future.
Stockport Hospital
Today, we visit in patient wards and unite in the hospital with chaplaincy information packs and to hear about staff pledges on how you will support the spiritual care of patients.
Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport SK5 7HD. 0.00 – 0.00
Creating a ‘One Kind Word’ tree to mark 'Anti-bullying, diversity and inter faith week'. The aim of this week is to recognise and celebrate each other's differences, use kind words to one another, and learn more about our staff and…
Stockport Hospital, UK
Today we visit the Devonshire Unit, Bluebell Ward at the Meadows and Pennine Care at Oasis and the Meadows with our information stand and to hear about staff pledges on how you will support the spiritual care of patients.
Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport SK5 7HD. 0.00 – 0.00
A compliments activity to mark 'Anti-bullying, diversity and inter faith week'. The aim of this week is to recognise and celebrate each other's differences, use kind words to one another, and learn more about our staff and students at RVHS…
Reddish Vale Road, Reddish, Stockport SK5 7HD. 0.00 – 0.00
'Odd socks day' and a cake sale to raise money for The Diana Award and Children in Need. This was to mark 'Anti-bullying, diversity and inter faith week'. The aim of this week is to recognise and celebrate each other's…
Ian Ramsey CE Academy Fairfield Rd, Fairfield, Stockton-on-Tees TS19 7AJ. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of an Interfaith Dialogue during Inter Faith Week we asked representatives of different religious and non-religious worldviews to sum up their beliefs in just one word.
The Donna Louise Hospice, 1 Grace Road, Trentham, ST4 8FN
The Children and Young People at The Donna Louise Children's Hospice, have been decorating World Faith Symbols and have created a World Map and Treasure Chest, for an interfaith display at the hospice.
We are using the…
Christ Church CE Primary Academy, William Street, Fenton, Stoke on Trent, ST4 2JG. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils looked at religious symbols and Christian crosses from around the world.
61 Derry Rd, Strabane BT82 8LD
Year 8s walking around the school, culminating in a photo of whole year group linking arms- venue school quad
Strabane Academy, 61 Derry Rd, Strabane, BT82 8LD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A sample of work created by pupils across Key Stage 3 will be exhibited alongside quotes and challenging questions, to encourage dialogue between those who view the exhibition. Pupils will visit throughout the Week, and on Thursday 18th Nov a…
Strabane Academy, 61 Derry Rd, Strabane BT82 8LD
Write a poem or create an artwork that celebrates Inter Faith Week. The piece should illustrate the importance of mutual respect and dialogue, and celebrate diversity of faith in communities.
Strabane Academy, 61 Derry Rd, Strabane, BT82 8LD
KS3 picture quiz - laminating pictures and asking for the images of famous religious people or religious artefacts to be identified. Prize for the winner.
Helen Mcardle House, Silksworth Row, Sunderland SR1 3QJ. 15.00 – 18.00
As part of the national Inter Faith week the University Masjid will have an open event to invite all to come and learn about Islam. Muslims and non Muslim of all walks of life are all welcome.
Sunderland Minster, 309 High St W, Sunderland, SR1 3ET. 12.30 – 15.00
The Annual Walk of Friendship with Sunderland Inter Faith Forum. Starting at the Sunderland Minster Green, with refreshments at the Gurdwara at 1pm, and ending at Chester Road Masjid at 3pm.
Weston Green School, Weston Green Road, Thames Ditton, Surrey, KT7 0JN. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
To mark both Inter Faith Week and Anti-Bullying Week, pupils at Weston Green School used chalk to write messages on the playground about kindness, togetherness, and difference.
Little Aston Primary Academy, 36 Forge Lane, Little Aston, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 3BE. 0.00 – Thursday 18 November 0.00
Raising awareness of Inter Faith Week in a primary school setting.
SA1 8EN. 0.00 – Thursday 11 November 17.00
In preparation for Interfaith week Swansea Council together with Swansea University, CampusLife and the Swansea Interfaith Forum are running a Photo Competition.
Rules:
- Take a picture of a place where you feel most connected…
Hafod Primary School, Odo Street, Hafod, Swansea Sa1 2LT
#hfpreception celebrated #interfaithweek by learning about Sikhism. We decorated The Golden Temple and made our own Kalgi's.
The Haven, Swansea University, Fabian Way, Crymlyn Burrows, Skewen, Swansea, SA1 8EN. 18.00 – 20.00
Come along to watch an episode of BBC’s ‘Being…’ series. In this session we look at ‘Being Hindu’ followed by a discussion with our Hindu representatives.
Swansea University, Singleton Park, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 8PP. 18.00 – 20.00
This is a planned guided walk around some of the places of worship near the centre of Swansea. The complete distance is approx. 2 miles (3.2 km) all along paved roads in the City. Please bring along your family and…
Hafod Primary School, Odo Street, Hafod, Swansea, SA1 2LT. 0.00 – Wednesday 29 December 0.00
Pupils at Hafod Primary School enjoyed a panel discussion with Dr Minkesh Sood and Sarita Sood about the Hindu faith.
Swindon, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
A coffee morning for employees with the Innovate UK Multifaith Network.
Shri Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Kembrey Street, Swindon, SN2 8AZ. 19.00 – 20.30
Join the Sikh community in prayers, hymns, and Sukhassan. Followed by refreshments.
The Church Of Jesus Church Of Latter-day Saints, Highworth Rd, SN3 4QS. 19.30 – 21.00
Join the Latter-Day Saints for an informative evening, where they will be sharing more about their Faith, with a tour of the Church. There will also be a youth Activity for 11-17s. Followed by Refreshments.
Al-Habib Islamic Centre, 88 Chapel St, Gorse Hill, Swindon SN2 8DA. 19.30 – 21.00
Join in the regular Muslim Sufi Devotional. Followed by Refreshments.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Highworth Road, Swindon, SN3 4QS. 19.00 – 20.30
The event will be an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on our successes over the last 30 years as well as looking forward to the future.
The Castle School, Wellington Road, Taunton, TA1 5AU. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Over the course of the week, celebrating diversity, welcoming visitors of several faiths into our classrooms (virtually, this time) to share their experience of religion.
St Matthews C of E (Aided) Primary School & Nursery Centre, Church Road, Donnington Wood, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7PZ. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils made paintings on an inter faith theme, inspired by James He Qi's work. Some of the themes included diversity of friends and family, religious symbols, diversity in our community, food of different faiths, religious council, diversity through sport and…
St Matthew's CE, Church Road, Donnington Wood, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7PZ. 0.00 – 0.00
A Q&A session for pupils with Councillor Raj Mehta, the Chair of Telford & Wrekin Interfaith Council.
Telford, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Volunteers from the Hindu, Muslim, Sik, and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints communities helped with breakfast support at Leegomery Community Centre, and with delivering parcels to vulnerable residents.
Leegomery Community Centre, Leegate Avenue, Telford TF1 6NA
An Inter Faith Week theme sewing session with special breakfast provided by Telford and Wrekin Interfaith.
West Boldon Primary School, Hindmarch Drive, West Boldon, Tyne and Wear, NE36 0HX. 9.00 – Thursday 18 November 15.00
A PowerPoint has been created for a teachers to deliver an Inter Faith standalone lesson. This is to discuss with the children the importance of learning about different religions and our communities.
The children will create a…
Shri Venkateswara (Balaji) Temple, Dudley Road E, Tividale, Oldbury, B69 3DU. 10.00 – 16.00
An event at the Balaji Temple, including children's activities, a nature walk, yoga and a workshop to look at how the community and Temple can work together around air quality issues.
Truro, UK. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
The scheme involves two people of different faiths holding a conversation to share their thoughts on topics such as:
How does your faith shape your daily life?
What, in your faith encourages service to others in society?
Richard Lander School, Higher Besore Road, Truro, TR3 6LT. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Look out for posters in each subject area this week. Each poster features a famous person with links to religion. Each poster has a letter on the bottom, collect all the letters and unscramble them to find a word that…
Hospice in The Weald, Maidstone Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 4TA
Interfaith Prayer stations on the theme of Light. Set up in the hospice quiet room, for staff, volunteers, visitors and patients to access at any time. An inter faith learning resource for staff and volunteers, looking at the needs of…
Bidborough C of E Primary school, Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 OUE. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
This week was Kindness and Inter-Faith Week, so we started Monday with an array of colour for Odd Socks Day. We spoke about what makes us awesome and designed our own odd socks to represent our individuality.
Bidborough C of E Primary school, Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 OUE . 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
We read ‘The Proudest Blue’ by Ibitihaj Muhammad and S.K.Ali. The book sparked some amazing conversations about difference, respect and tolerance. We then made our own ‘Boats of Kindness’ which were linked to the beauty in the book and the…
Bidborough C of E Primary school, Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3 OUE. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
We learnt about how the Islamic community supported firefighters in the Australian wild fires from last year. This was a great example to learn about kindness and inter faith.
Tunbridge Wells, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of their Sunday Breakfast programme, BBC Radio Kent celebrated acts of kindness for Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week.
Thornes Park, Denby Dale Road, Wakefield WF2 8DY. 11.00 – 12.00
Wakefield Interfaith Network, with the help of Wakefield Tree Wardens, Wakefield District Arboricultural officer and local school children, will plant three native trees in a local park. These mature trees, in the growing circle of interfaith trees, provide interest and…
Salisbury Primary School, Salisbury Street, Walsall, WS10 8BQ
Across the Week children will produce a piece of art that combines all of the religions to show that we are all united regardless of our beliefs.
Lighthouse Bethel, Caldmore Road, Walsall, WS1 3NQ. 10.00 – 12.00
A coffee morning for women, with food, activities, henna art, stalls, and more.
Minhaj-ul-Quran, 49 Woodwards Rd, Walsall, WS2 9RN. 0.00 – 0.00
Representatives from Green Lane Baptist Church, the Methodist Church and Hindu Forum Walsall visited the Peace Education Programme at Minhaj-ul-Quran Walsall. They spoke to students in a Friday assembly about their ongoing inter faith work.
Yew Tree Primary School, Birchfield Way, Yew Tree Estate, Walsall, WS5 4DX. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 5 have celebrated Inter-faith week this week and discussed the different religions in their class.
Epping Forest District Museum, 39-41 Sun Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1EL
Epping Forest District Museum, based in Waltham Abbey, Essex, is putting on a three-month display of objects selected by religious denominations in the district, which groups feel reflect key attributes of their religious practice and community.
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Beamont Primary School, O'Leary St, Warrington WA2 7RQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 2 have been learning about Inter Faith Week. They created flowers using petals with different religious symbols on to represent how we can live, learn and grow together in peace regardless of our beliefs. Year 4 finished off Interfaith…
Watford Boys Grammar School, Rickmansworth Road, Watford, WD18 7JF. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Years 7-9 art competition.
Watford, UK
Iron Aid Foundation, together with Northwood United Synagogue, collected items for Afghan refugees for Goods for Good. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Victoria Centre, Palk Road, Wellingborough, NN8, 1HR. 19.30 – 21.00
Wellingborough Inter Faith Group have produced a film for use in Primary schools with a grant from Northamptonshire Community Foundation. The film was made during the time when the group were unable to visit the local schools with their inter…
Fairfield Primary School, Peel House Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 6TH. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Fairfield Primary School made potato latkes to help learn about Hannukah for Inter Faith Week.
Fairfield Primary School, Peel House Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 6TH. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of learning about the Hindu faith, pupils at Fairfield Primary School designed their own Mehndi patterns.
Fairfield Primary School, Peel House Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 6TH. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Fairfield Primary School made links between the religious festivals of Christmas, Diwali and Eid-al-Fitr, discussing the similarities and differences of food, traditions and artefacts.
Gorsey Bank Primary School, Altrincham Road, Wilmslow, SK9 5NQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 1 and 2 learnt about shared values between different faiths, and treating others as you would like to be treated.
Gorsey Bank Primary School, Altrincham Rd, Wilmslow SK9 5NQ. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 1 thought about the common theme of 'treat others how you would like to be treated', and came up with some ideas about the best rules to live by.
Winchester, UK
Winchester's Jewish Community and friends planted daffodils in Hilliers Haven garden to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Peace Garden, Monument Road, Woking, GU21 5LW. 15.00 – 18.00
An Inter Faith Week prayer vigil for everyone whose lives have been affected by the pandemic. Includes short prayers from the Baha'i, Christian, Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish, Hindu and Quaker faiths. The Lord Mayor of Woking will open the ceremony and…
University of Wolverhampton Science Park, Glaisher Drive, Wolverhampton, WV10 9RU. 9.30 – 13.30
Interfaith Wolverhampton's contribution to the debate on how to respond to climate change following the Glasgow COP26 summit.
Worcester, UK
Worcestershire Interfaith Forum collected donations of gifts for local refugees, to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Preston Primary School, The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN
Assemblies for children to celebrate the different faiths we have in school.
Clifton Bridge, York. 11.00 – 13.00
Visit to the Interfaith Tree site to do the first clear up since 2019.
York Mosque and Islamic Centre, Bull Lane, YO10 3EN. 17.00 – 20.00
A virtual tour of Islamic holy sites in Saudi Arabia, using virtual reality technology. It will take you into a tour around the Muslim holy sites in Saudi Arabia, to see how the Ka'bah looked like 1,400 years ago compared…
York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX. 14.30 – 15.30
Join the chaplains in the Chapel Kitchen for drinks and cake and to chat about celebrating unity and diversity during Inter Faith Week.
University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. 18.15 – 20.30
A student-led session followed by guest speaker Prof. Tom McLeish, FRS and Dr Amanda Rees.
6:14-7pm: a talk by Prof Tom McLeish, FRS and Dr Amanda Rees on the history and philosophy of science and religion.
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York, UK. 13.00 – 16.00
A visit to Central Methodist, St Wilfrid's, and All Saints Pavement, where the University Chaplains will talk about aspects of Christian worship in relation to church buildings.
Glen Gardens, East Parade, Heworth, YO31 0XH. 10.00 – 12.30
Tidying and weeding part of Glen Gardens, Heworth, York.
York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX. 18.30 – 20.00
An inter faith Hindu/Sikh contemplation, followed by a chance to chat over a cup of tea, coffee, juice, or water.
York, UK. 11.00 – 12.30
A Shabbat service led by student Rabbi Rafe Thurstance.
York St John University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, YO31 7EX. 16.00 – 17.30
This year is the centenary of the passing of 'Abdu'l Baha, one of the central figures of the Baha'i Faith. Join us in learning more about his life and achievements via stories and films.
York, UK
York Liberal Jewish Community did an inter faith park tidy together with the Church of Latter Day Saints. They also threw a children's party making feeders and food for wild birds, and collected items for the homeless in York.
Ralph Butterfield Primary School, Station Road, Haxby, York, YO32 3LS. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils were tasked with planning an event to support Inter Faith Week. Many decided to express their ideas by creating a poster.
Mount Pleasant C of E Primary School, Princess Road, Market Weighton, York, East Yorkshire, YO43 3BY. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Mount Pleasant Junior School enjoyed a time of reflection on Inter Faith Week, with books about different faiths and arts and crafts activities.
London, UK. 19.00 – Friday 19 November 21.30
CCJ is pairing local Christians and Jews with one another, inviting them to spend an inter faith evening together. Jewish hosts will entertain local members of Christian communities, and welcome them to a traditional ritual of the Jewish Sabbath.
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Speed faithing is a religious twist on speed dating; an event which involves a series of quick rounds of opportunities to meet people and talk about faith, religion, beliefs, and anything else you can fit in a short conversation.
Eden Girls' School Waltham Forest, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, London, E17 5SD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Eden Girls' School are sharing quotes about faith, inter faith, and religious diversity to their Twitter account.
Haywards Heath, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Pavilion Recruitment Solutions posted a presentation giving recommendations on how employers can encourage conversations around the inclusion of faiths in the workplace, such as prayer rooms and diversity training.
Oxford, UK. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Culham St Gabriel's signposted a number of resources to help teach pupils about different faiths.
NIFF C/O, JP Law, 110 Whitworth Road, Northampton NN1 4HJ. 0.00 – 0.00
For Interfaith week we launch our book 'I am Human' and release our video to share https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9hVSA8Ta6e0 (Film is of children talking about learning about faith and about friendship.).
Dewsbury, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Kumon Y'all posted a tweet celebrating their annual football event.
Penryn, Cornwall, UK. 11.13 – 23.59
The multifaith chaplaincy for Falmouth University and Exeter University in Cornwall have provided an opportunity for students and staff to contribute details about festivals, events and special days that can be added to an inter faith calendar.
Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice, 185 Bostall Hill, London SE2 0GB
A website feature for Inter Faith Week - Benny is a Clinical Nurse Specialist at Greenwich & Bexley Hospice and has been a nurse for over 20 years. In this piece, she
talks about her longstanding Pentecostal beliefs,…
Medway, UK. 19.00 – 20.30
A talk on the theme 'Transition into Hereafter', with speaker Sheikh Abdur Rehman.
Preston, UK (online). 18.30 – 19.30
History from a black perspective, Ahmed James and Cecil Walsh, On Zoom. (See below for ID & Passcode)
Birmingham, B32 3NT. 19.30 – 20.30
This panel discussion will bring together representatives from different faiths and denominations to discuss how COVID-19 impacted their community. From lockdowns to social distancing to vaccines, the representatives will have an opportunity explore how these challenges affected them.
Westminster, London, UK. 14.30 – 15.30
With the Civil Service Muslim, Hindu and Jewish Networks. Exploring the environment, sustainability and our responsibility according to our scriptures. The event will be a panel discussion with each speaker talking for roughly 10 minutes before a Q&A session to…
York, UK. 11.00 – 12.30
A Shabbat service led by student Rabbi Rafe Thurstance.
St. Aidan’s Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead NE8 2HQ
Year 3 learnt about Sikhism, learning about clothing and food.
Southall, London, UK. 18.00 – 20.00
A webinar to encourage take up of the COVID-19 vaccine among faith communities, with opportunities for question and answer with leading experts.
Speakers: Dr Bola Owolabi, Director for Health Inequalities at NHS England; Dr Sunil Daga, Vice…
London, UK. 19.00 – 20.00
A session on the Power of Prayer, with Harrow Interfaith and the Jain Vishwa Bharati (JVB). Each faith representative will speak for 3 minutes on the theme 'The Power of Prayer'.
Kendal. 7.00 – Sunday 21 November 19.30
South Lakeland Equality and Diversity Partnership (SLEDP) will support the holding of 2 sessions at home every day of Inter Faith Week in support of Inter Faith Week. These will be at 7am and 7pm for half an hour. Please…
Participate at home. 14.30 – 15.30
Participate at Home in Session of Meditation or Prayer and Study run by a 92 year old Retired Roman Catholic Priest (who may be the oldest person to lead a session in Inter Faith Week)
All welcome…
The Blackley Centre, Prospect View, Blackley Rd, Elland HX5 0TD
Halifax and District Amateur Radio Society have teamed up with the Blackley Centre, Halifax, to put on a special event amateur radio station celebrating and raising awareness of Inter Faith week.
The Special Event Station will be demonstrating…
Birmingham, UK. 16.00 – 17.00
Three members of the Project 4F team will explain and discuss the project with Unity FM Radio 93.5 Connecting Communities co-hosts, Mahmooda Qureshi and Dr Peter Rookes.
Birmingham, UK. 17.00 – 18.00
Dr Peter Rookes, Secretary of Birmingham Council of Faiths and Coordinator of Birmingham Interfaith Week programme will discuss with Kathleen Roche-Nagi, the purpose of Interfaith Week and the sorts of events we include in the programme.
Tunbridge Wells, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
As part of their Sunday Breakfast programme, BBC Radio Kent celebrated acts of kindness for Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week.
Risedale School, Hipswell, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, DL9 4BD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A House competition to bring pupils together and find out more about people of religious and non-religious beliefs. 13 posters are scattered around the school, and pupils need to find all the posters, note down the clue letter on the…
Risedale School, Hipswell, Catterick Garrison, North Yorkshire, DL9 4BD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
A House competition to bring pupils together and find out more about people of religious and non-religious beliefs. 13 posters are scattered around the school, and pupils need to find all the posters, note down the clue letter on the…
Thornton Watlass C Of E Primary, School Thornton Watlass, Ripon HG4 4AH. 0.00 – 0.00
We have also been busy creating posters as we think about ‘Interfaith week’. This has helped us to increase our awareness and understanding of the different faith communities within our country, and celebrating each other’s beliefs.
Trinity School, Buckeridge Road, Teignmouth, Devon, United Kingdom, TQ14 8LY. 0.00 – 0.00
An Inter Faith Week assembly, with Year 7s presenting interesting facts about a variety of different faiths.
Llansannor Primary School, Ystradowen, Cowbridge, CF71 7SZ. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils from the nursery and primary school learning about different faiths through arts and crafts activities.
Whiston Willis Primary Academy, Milton Avenue, Whiston, Prescot, L35 2XY. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils designing their own prayer mat as part of Inter Faith Week.
Whiston Willis Primary Academy, Milton Avenue, Whiston, Prescot, L35 2XY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils learnt about different faiths during Inter Faith Week, discussing different faiths and beliefs within our society and the right to have our own beliefs.
Whiston Willis Primary Academy, Milton Avenue, Whiston, Prescot, L35 2XY. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 2 learnt about Hannukah, with the Hannukah story and different arts and crafts activities.
Whiston, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Whiston Willis created bookmarks using Islamic art designs.
St Mary's Church in Wales Primary School, Intermediate Road, Brynmawr, NP23 4SF. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 4 watched a presentation, learning about the need for all religions to get along as friends.
St Michael's Church, Church Street, Croston, PR26 9HA. 17.00 – 19.00
Performances by One Voice Community choir and the pupils of Bretherton Endowed CofE School, with a raffle and refreshments.
Camarthen, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
An inter faith dial in with the chaplains of Dyfed Powys Police.
London, UK
Staff from Hampstead & Highgate Express visited residents at jLiving sheltered housing. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Rosslyn Unitarian Chapel, 3 Pilgrim's Place, London, NW3 1NG. 0.00 – 0.00
A workshop run by Hampstead Unitarians to explore dialogue between religions. Hindu Unitarian speaker Indra Sikdar spoke about the diverse origins of the Hindu faith and its pluralistic approach which teaches that there are 'many ways to God'. The Muslim…
London, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue collected various items for the local community. These were: bikes for asylum seekers and refugees; toiletries, makeup and secondhand jewellery for needy brides in Israel; food collections for Food Bank Aid, GIFT, the soup kitchen at…
London, UK
Hampstead Synagogue worked with a local church and local mosque to collect food at a local synagogue. This was to mark both Inter Faith Week and Mitzvah Day.
Hampstead, London, UK
Pupils at South Hampstead High School collected for the food bank and created Cards of Joy to send with the food. This was to mark both Inter Faith Wee and Mitzvah Day.
Penryn, Cornwall, UK. 11.13 – 23.59
The multifaith chaplaincy for Falmouth University and Exeter University in Cornwall have provided an opportunity for students and staff to contribute details about festivals, events and special days that can be added to an inter faith calendar.
Cumbria, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Refugees from Afghanistan who have recently resettled in Cumbria were welcomed on board one of Windermere Lake Cruises' vessels as part of Mitzvah Day and Inter Faith Week, to help refugees with integration, language, and developing relationships with the local…
Woldingham School, Marden Park, Woldingham Surrey CR37YA. 0.00 – 0.00
During this year’s Inter Faith Week, 14-21 November, our student Sacred Heart Reps and members of ‘REthink’, Woldingham’s Theology and Philosophy Club, joined in a discussion session in the school Chapel to explore the question, ‘How is Woldingham welcoming of…
Swaffham C.E. Primary School, Brandon Road, Swaffham, Norfolk. PE37 7EA. 0.00 – 0.00
Our Year 6 pupils shared their thoughts on Interfaith week.
Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School, Trafford Road, Eccles, Salford, M30 0JA. 10.57 – 23.59
Year 3 and 4 pupils learned about Judaism with a visitor, leaning Jewish dances and making their own chanukiahs.
Ballymena. 0.00 – 0.00
Creative Lives posted to highlight the 2020 'Care for Creation' project by Ballymena Church Members Forum, which celebrated our natural world, aiming to highlight environmental concerns and how people can all work together to “Care for Creation”.
Haywards Heath, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Pavilion Recruitment Solutions posted a presentation giving recommendations on how employers can encourage conversations around the inclusion of faiths in the workplace, such as prayer rooms and diversity training.
Highcliffe Primary School, Hutton Lane, Guisborough, TS14 8AA. 0.00 – 0.00
Pupils at Highcliffe Primary learnt about Diwali, exploring Rangoli patterns and making their own bookmarks.
St Asaph, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
The Diocese of St Asaph posted the Universal Prayer for Peace.
Brockenhurst C of E Primary School, Sway Road, Brockenhurst, Hampshre, SO42 7RX
Pupils learnt about and strengthened their awareness of different faiths and religions. The children responded to questions such as 'why is it important to learn about what others believe?' and 'what are your hopes for the world?'
Catherington Church of England Infant School, 316 Catherington Lane, Catherington, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 0TD. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils learnt about Islam. They looked at some Islamic art and had a go at making some of their own geometric patterns by printing with shapes dipped in different coloured paints.
Lismore Comprehensive School, Drumgask, Craigavon, Co. Armagh BT65 5DU. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at Lismore Comprehensive took part in an Inter Faith Week poster competition.
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