The calendar below shows activity information linked to Inter Faith Week 2023. Some activities this year will take place virtually, and an icon identifies these on the list below. You can also filter online/ in-person activities using the controls above.
The Church of Christ the Cornerstone, 300 Saxon Gate, Milton Keynes MK9 2ES. 19.00 – 21.30
Multifaith Service on the topic of Faith and the Environment - "My Love for the Planet".
There will be prayers, presentations and music around the theme of "mankind's stewardship of the earth and its bounty".
Following the service…
Shree Prajapati Association, Bradford, BD5 9DN. 10.00 – 12.00
West Yorkshire Hindu Police Association and Bradford Hindu Council are supporting Bradford's Council's Foster Children's care services with an event on the festival of Diwali.
The foster children are aged between 4 and 15 years of age and all…
Clifton Bridge area of York. Details from Penny yorkinterfaithgroup@gmail.com. 10.30 – 12.30
York Interfaith members & friends will be weeding, planting and clearing the York Interfaith plots.…
St Faith's Parish Hall, West Parade, Lincoln LN1 1QL. 11.00 – 13.00
Our monthly Chat Café is celebrating Interfaith Week with a "Peace and Harmony Day" We will have small displays from members of the Lincolnshire Faith Council, as well as brief talks from community faith representatives and shared words of peace.…
Maidenhead Library, St Ives Road, Maidenhead SL6 1QU. 12.00 – 15.00
'A Living Library creates a safe place for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue.'
Come along and ask questions of representatives from the following faiths and beliefs:
Baháʼí, Brahma Kumaris, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Humanism, Islam,…
York Explore Library, (Café), Library Square, Museum Street, York YO1 7DS . 15.00 – 16.30
Join York Baha'i Faith community for a craft session, decorating prayers & quotations from the Holy Writings. Suits all ages.…
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
On 12th November Norton Priory celebrates Diwali, the Hindu festival of light. Family friendly activities will include clay Diya lamp making and Rangoli pattern making. Mima Cornish from Hedgerose Healing will be creating an intricate and traditional rangoli pattern during…
War Memorial Garden, Leeman Road, York YO26 4ZF. 9.00 – 13.00
Representatives from local faith groups will attend the York Parade, Service and Laying of Wreaths at the war memorial as well as other services in the city.…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Sheffield Road, Stonegravels, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 9LT. 10.00 – Sunday 19 November 20.00
Chapel Tours for individuals and groups to see the artwork, paintings, and sculptures and learn about our beliefs and work in the community.
Tours are free of charge and no donations are required, simply phone 07812274204 to…
Masjid-e-Salaam 49 Watling St Rd, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8EA. 13.00 – 16.00
An Open Day and Guided Tour of Masjid-e-Salaam 49 Watling St Rd, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8EA. A wonderful opportunity for our wider community - of all faiths and beliefs, to join in and share the experience of visiting one of…
York Mosque, Bull Lane, York YO10 3EN. 18.00 – 19.30
York Mosque invites you to join them for a one-of-a-kind experience that takes viewers back 1,400 years via a seven minute immersive experience and an Islamic Beliefs talk.…
Kirklees Library
Drop-in activities for children and their carer(s) to celebrate. Whilst you’re in the library take a look at Dewey number 200-299 and borrow a book. …
Woodhatch Place Reigate RH28EF. 11.00 – 14.00
This is the staff inter faith group for Surrey County Council. We are hosting various speakers on the day followed by lunch. …
Dudley Council House 4 Priory Rd, Dudley DY1 1HF. 12.00 – 13.30
Come join other faith leaders from across Dudley Borough. We will be joined by a guest speaker TBC. Refreshments will be provided. …
Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
The St Philip's Centre in Leicester is holding a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
The first talk is on Judaism with Tony.…
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHSFT, Fountain Street, Ashton under Lyne, OL6 9RW. 12.00 – 12.45
Hands of Peace Event to share a message of peace
As part of National Inter Faith Week, the Chaplaincy will be holding a Hands of Peace event at 12pm on Monday 13 November at the entrance to Hartshead South.
University of Manchester Students' Union, Oxford Rd, Manchester M13 9PR. 12.30 – 13.30
Join us as we gather together for conversation and community building over lunch. (Halal, Kosher, and Vegan options will be provided.) Open to students from all faiths and backgrounds. We would love for you to join us! …
Ousedale School, Aspreys, Olney, MK46 5LF. 13.15 – 14.00
Students are invited to a lunch meeting to learn more about Inter Faith week.
We will be trying foods from different faiths and creating a display of the importance of peace to different world faith groups.…
Burnley Football Club, Turf Moor, Burnley. 19.00 – 21.30
This is an annual fund-raising meal. We will enjoy fellowship over food, celebrate activities held throughout the year, and highlight the success of various community groups with activities designed to build relationships between different communities. …
Handsworth. 10.00 – 16.00
Join CofE Birmingham and The Feast for an urban, inter faith pilgrimage which explores the multi religious nature of Handsworth and Lozells. The walk follows the Places of Worship Heritage Trail and gives space for reflections and questions. To book…
Silver Birch Hotel, 5 Gortin Road, Omagh BT79 7DH. 11.00 – 13.00
An opportunity to explore and share the unique relationships with religion and faith. Attendees can share a poem, reading, song, that represents for them their relationship with their chosen faith. The agenda is informal and relaxed and there is no…
Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
Part of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
A talk on Islam, with Rehana. …
The Unitarian Chapel, 31 St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NQ. 13.00 – 15.00
We have been invited to take part in the Christmas Tree Festival at York Minster this year (the festival takes place throughout December) and so during this session we want people from all faiths to join us in making decorations…
Tramshed Community Hub, Digby Street, London, England, E2 0LS. 18.00 – 20.00
Are you or those you support struggling with the cost of living crisis? As this crisis continues into another long winter, join us to hear about the support on offer, and to find out how groups in the borough are…
Oasis Multi-Faith Centre at UCLan. Kirkham Street, Preston PR1 2XQ
Hosted by the Chaplaincy Team of UCLan, representing various worldviews, we have a programme of events for the day:
12.00 – 15.00 Student Centre, Lower Ground Floor
Table-top Displays: Representatives from various world beliefs will host a…
Middlesex University, The Ricketts Quadrangle, The Burroughs, Hendon, London NW4 4BT
As the sad and horrific events unfold in the Middle East, it is even more important that staff and students feel safe and supported on campus and in the wider community. Islamophobia Awareness Month is a national campaign to remove…
Cathedral Primary School, College Square, BS1 5TS. 9.30 – 11.30
Indian Diwali Dancing: Children will build on their natural enthusiasm for movement and develop skills of coordination and teamwork. Professional dancers will get the whole class moving to the beat. The Kathak style is graceful and is treasured for its…
1 Kildare Walk, Leicester, LE1 3YH. 10.00 – 13.00
People from all different backgrounds and faiths will be coming to visit and have coffee with us at the Haymarket. We will also be having arts and crafts sessions with crafts from different religions. We will have music sessions from…
Quaker Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 4BH. 10.30 – 13.00
AWAZ Cumbria and the Westmorland and Furnes Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Partnership (WFDEIP) present two talks on inter faith. The first talk is by Mike Humphreys, the Chair of SLIF South Lakeland Interfaith Forum. He is an Elder of the…
Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, 65 Pound Lane, London, NW10 2HH. 11.00 – 15.00
London Inter Faith Chairs conference will be held during Inter Faith Week this year. We will discuss and share Inter Faith aims and goals across London. We will draw particular attention to Inter Faith Week activity. There will be speaker…
AUB Library, Arts University Bournemouth, 7 Fern Barrow, Wallisdown, Poole, BH12 5HH. 12.00 – 13.30
This is a human library event with a variety of human “books” of different faith and belief backgrounds. They will be available to “borrow” to hear their stories. It is hosted in AUB Library, but is for students from both…
Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
Part of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
Talk on Sikhism, with Surinder …
LA1 4YW. 12.30 – 15.30
Join us for an inclusive event celebrating diversity and unity. Discover different faiths, meet new people and learn about local opportunities.
- Local Faith-Based Organisations
- LUSU Faith Societies
- Community and Volunteering Opportunities
- Staff…
Hinsley Room Morpeth Terrace SW1 1HP. 13.30 – 15.00
Discussion of the last chapter of Pope Francis's "Fratelli Tutti" on caring for one's neighbour and how to interpret this chapter today.…
SS4 1RB. 14.00 – 15.00
Informal afternoon tea with the Vicar - Rev Helen. We will discuss student's beliefs and views, using artefacts we have in school to talk about different faiths.…
AUB Library, Arts University Bournemouth, 7 Fern Barrow, Wallisdown, Poole, BH12 5HH. 15.30 – 17.00
This is a human library event with a variety of human “books” of different faith and belief backgrounds. They will be available to “borrow” to hear their stories. It is hosted in AUB Library, but is for students from both…
Business School Atrium, Oxtalls Campus, Oxtalls Lane Gloucester, GL2 9HW . 17.30 – 20.00
This event will be held at the University of Gloucershire's Oxtall's business centre atrium. There will be 4 interviews with people who have had to relocate, focusing on how their faith helped them to cope and how the faith community…
Quaker Meeting House, Queens Road, Leicester LE2 1WP. 19.00 – 21.00
A power point presentation telling the story of the ten women hanged in Shiraz, Iran in 1983. Their crime was to be Baha'is and to refuse to recant their faith. The presentation is accompanied by music.…
Farleigh Hospice, North Court Road, Chelmsford CM1 7FH. 19.00 – 21.00
The event will be hosted by Farleigh Hospice, one of the Covenant’s signatories, to learn more about its work with faith-based organisations. In addition information will be shared focusing on the wider activity of the Covenant. There will also be…
Meeting House, University of Sussex, Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9QF. 19.00 – 20.30
In a world where religious conflict is front page news and the number of people who identify as religious is declining, is the chasm of understanding between people of different faiths and atheists and agnostics growing wider? Can people of…
Down Town, Market Square (above New Look), Burnley Town Centre, BB11 1QJ. 19.00 – 21.00
We will discuss poverty and how faith groups are helping to tackle this locally. The discussion will also allow for a deeper exploration of how poverty and justice / injustice issues are viewed in different faith traditions.…
Location details will be provided once attendee has registered by emailing equality@stalbans.gov.uk. 6.30 – 20.00
St Albans Faith and Culture Enterprise (FACE) are hosting their annual event to celebrate Inter Faith Week 2023 on Thursday 16 November 2023. Each year FACE invites people from different faith groups across the District to attend and discuss the…
Top Church, High Street Dudley, DY1 1QD . 10.00 – 11.00
Top Church has stood at the top of Dudley High Street for over 200 years. Did you know there has been a Christian presence there for at least 800 years? Want to find out more? Come join us for a…
Isaac Newton Building, Brayford Campus, Lincoln, LN6 7TS. 10.00 – 14.00
The University of Lincoln is pleased to work with the Multi-Faith Chaplaincy to put together a day event to increase the awareness of the different faiths and beliefs in the UK and at the University and to increase the understanding…
Middlesex University, The Quad, College Building, The Burroughs, Hendon, London, NW4 4BT. 11.30 – 14.30
The Eco Show and Tell sustainability fair is coming to Middlesex University on Thursday November 16th! The event is organised together with Barnet Multi-Faith Forum, Middlesex University Inter Faith Network, North London Waste Authority, and is also part of the…
Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
One of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week.
Talk on the Baha'i faith, with George. …
Carmel College, Prescot Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA10 3AG. 12.00 – 14.30
Visitors of different faiths, as well as students will join our college community for a vegan lunch, with chance to chat and connect.
We will then move to the library for a 'speed-faith' format, where students can move around…
The St Lawrence Academy, Doncaster Road, Scunthorpe DN15 7DF . 16.00 – 17.30
Interfaith Community Cafe with a variety of stalls from the different faiths in our community, student presentations, fun activities and refreshments suitable for all. Also an interfaith community football match.…
Cambridge Central Mosque, Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 3DF. 18.00 – 19.30
Join curious researchers to share your understanding of water use and what water means in faith communities. This 90-minute workshop is part of a project funded by Ofwat in partnership with Cambridge Water, Cambridge Central Mosque, the Cambridge Interfaith Programme,…
The Tank, St George's Square, Park Mall, Ashford. 19.00 – 20.30
We will hear short reflections on the theme of Peace from people of all faiths and none. There will also be music. We will then walk together to the Picturehouse Cinema Cafe, Elwick Place, to enjoy coffee, cake and conversation.…
Bishop Street Methodist Church, 10A Bishop Street, Leicester LE1 6AF. 12.00 – 13.00
One of a series of talks on different faiths during Inter Faith Week. A talk on Hinduism, with Nima.
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74 Church Gate , Leicester. 12.45 – 13.15
Jumma prayers, also known as Friday prayers, hold special significance in Islam. They are a congregational prayer that Muslims perform every Friday, typically in a mosque. Jumma prayers consist of a sermon, or khutbah, delivered by an Imam before the…
Ashton Methodist Church, Wellington Road, Preston PR2 1BU. 18.00 – 20.00
An open meeting of Building Bridges Preston, followed by a friendship meal.
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Acton Community Centre, Overton Way, Wrexham LL12 7LB. 19.00 – 21.00
A discussion and networking event organised by the North Wales Interfaith Network and hosted by the Acton Community Centre in Wrexham. Attendees of all faiths and beliefs are invited to reflect on the question: "How can we build bridges between…
Sacred Heart Church, 148 Ashcroft Rd, Stopsley, Luton LU2 9AY. 19.30 – 21.00
Join us for a multi-faith storytelling performance of wisdom drawn from many faith traditions presented by the Khayaal Theatre Company. Refreshments included!
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Chapter House, Chester Cathedral CH1 2DY. 10.00 – 12.00
Join us for a gathering of storytelling and creativity based on the theme of peace.
Individuals from different faith communities will speak of the meaning of peace in their faith.
Delegates will create spirals using words of peace…
The Towers Inn (in the private family room), 636 Walsall Road, Great Barr, Birmingham, B42 1EY. 11.00 – 15.00
We're hosting our second Interfaith moot this November!
The aim of this moot is to bring people together from different faiths. To share knowledge and experience. To understand and celebrate each other. To form friendships. To promote the fact…
Baitul Noor Mosque, 327 Martindale Road, Hounslow, TW4 7HG. 11.00 – 13.00
Come to an interfaith coffee morning, with the chance to see the bookstall and discuss the exhibition - based on the Quranic teachings. The exhibition is on the topic "How to gain Individual, Social and International peace". Attendees can share…
St John’s Church Hall, Rachel Close, Danescourt, Cardiff CF5 2SH. 12.30 – 19.30
Community Event with Stalls/Presentation from various faiths / Welsh culture groups. Mini Mosque / Church Experience, Hijab/Henna, Children Activities, Coffee/Tea/Cakes/Snacks and family fun. …
Baitul Ghafoor Mosque, 224 Long Lane, B62 9JT, Halesowen. 14.00 – 18.00
We will be holding inter faith activities including: quizzes, exhibitions and discussions.…
Batley Library, 14 Market Place, Batley, WF17 5DA. 14.00 – 16.00
An annual Inter Faith Poetry session hosted by Batley Poets in partnership with Friends of Batley Library. Come along to perform poetry you've written, read poems you like, or sit back and enjoy the afternoon with a cuppa and meet…
Global Cooperation House, 65-69 Pound Lane, London, NW10 2HH. 16.00 – 18.00
We will hold discussions on inspiring leadership, refugee voices, the effects of social media and eco matters. This event is for young people of all faiths and none. The discussion will be followed by a light supper. …
York St, John University. 17.00 – 20.30
This event is organised by the Hindu & Sikh Faith Advisors from the University of York St John. …
Baitul Ikram Mosque, 95 Avenue Road Extension, Clarendon, Leicester LE2 3EQ. 17.30 – 19.30
Annual Peace Conference of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Association Leicester 2023. Dignitaries and various guest speakers and a speaker from our community. Event ends with dinner. Theme for this year is: 'Foundations of True Peace'.…
Walthamstow Wetlands, 2 Forest Road, N17 9NH. 10.00 – 15.00
Join London Wildlife Trust team on the reserve for a morning and/or afternoon of practical conservation activities. You could be weaving hazel fencing, scything meadows or building bird boxes. Whatever we get up to, you will be contributing towards the…
Finchley Methodist Church, 122 Ballards Lane, London, N3 1NB. 10.15 – 12.00
Plant and layer eighteen pollinator-friendly bulbs in a pot to take home. The bulbs will flower beautifully from early spring to late summer 2024.
This Mitzvah Day (good deed day), let's take care of our precious and life-sustaining pollinators,…
Unitarian Chapel, Stockwell Gate, Mansfield, Notts. NG18 1LG. 11.00 – 12.30
Prayers and readings from major faiths and others, interspersed with music, including Palestinian and Jewish songs. The theme is 'Pursuing Peace and Harmony'.…
St Mary's Parish Church, Watford High Street, WD18 0EG. 12.30 – 5.30
A pilgrimage walk to five places of worship in Watford. We will assemble at St Mary's Parish Church on Watford High Street. We will call at Al-Zahra Shi'a Muslim Mosque, Beechen Grove Baptist Church, Central Mosque (Sunni). We will finish…
74 Church Gate , Leicester. 13.00 – 15.00
Welcome to our Reconnect Circle, a sacred space where seekers come together to embark on a spiritual journey, seeking the presence of the Almighty. In the midst of our bustling lives, we understand the importance of pausing, reflecting, and reconnecting…
Quaker Meeting House, 16 Queens Road Leicester, LE2 1WP. 14.00 – 16.00
Would you like to get together with a small group of interested people in a friendly, relaxed environment and chat about a subject which is often hard hard to talk about or taboo in today’s society? …
Castle Street Community Centre, Castle Street, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 7AD. Detached Room behind bicycle rack.. 14.00 – 16.30
Monthly 3rd Sunday Open Meeting (except December)
Meetings include mindfulness, tranquillity meditation, insight meditation, loving kindness meditation, walking meditation, talks, handouts
Meetings led by Lay Teachers Authorized by the Sangha [Community of…
Enfield Town Park EN2 6TJ. 14.30 – 16.30
A walk around Enfield Town Park with stops for prayers and readings from sacred texts. The theme will be "Words of Hope". The walk will last an hour and will be followed by tea / coffee at Trinity Church…
Shree Ghanapathy Temple & Sai Mandir, 125-133 Effra Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 8PU. 15.00 – 17.00
Guests will be welcome to join us for our normal Sunday Service in the Sai Mandir, including a celebration of Ladies' Day and the Interfaith Service. The service will consist of readings, prayers and songs by members of other faiths…
Friends Meeting House, Greengate, Malton, North Yorkshire . 18.30 – 21.00
"Give Peace a Chance": An inter faith dialogue on Wednesday 22nd November, 6.30 to 9.00 pm.
Inter faith service (One Day, One Day) led by Ordained Minister, with community involvement. The service will last from 4-6pm.
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Myton School, Myton Road, Warwick, CV34 6PJ
Students will create lanterns with shared religious teachings on them.…
Town Hall, Rotherham, S60 2TH. 16.00 – 18.00
The event will start at 4.30pm with a welcome by the Mayor. The event will focus on bringing a more peaceful atmosphere to our town.…
Norwood Hall, Norwood Green Road, Southall, UB2 4LA. 17.30 – 19.00
In these changing and difficult times, the British Sikh Consultative Forum and Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Southall will hold an Interfaith event to pray for guidance, wisdom and for a peaceful future for all our communities.
As always,…
Holy Angels Church Hall, Wicker Lane, Hale Barns WA15 0HF.. 19.30 – 21.00
A lecture in memory of AIG founder Alf Keeling: "Who is my neighbour?" by Kevin Jaquiss, Methodist Church local preacher. It is about families arriving at Ashley Hotel in Hale in search of asylum, and what the local community are…
Walmsley Unitarian Chapel, Blackburn Road, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL7 9PR. 11.00 – 12.00
Unitarian service embracing interfaith, providing insight into different faiths and beliefs. Attendance is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments will be made available afterwards. …
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