The calendar below shows activity information linked to Inter Faith Week 2021. Many 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.
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,…
Southam College, Welsh Road West, CV47 0JW
Students learn about Diwali and the Sikh story behind Diwali. Students create models of the golden temple
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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…
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…
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…
UK
Working with the Baptist Union of Great Britain, the United Reformed Church has produced a new resource for local churches entitled ‘The use of church buildings by people of other faith communities’. The booklet has been launched in time for…
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,…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, Basildon Hospital, Nethermayne, BASILDON, Essex, SS14 2NG
The Mid & South Essex NHS Foundation Trust chaplaincy teams have put together a short online prize quiz for staff to engage with major world faith and belief festivals and times of reflection. …
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…
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. …
Dorchester
As part of its marking of Inter Faith Week, Weldmar Hospicecare shared the story of Veronica, one of its volunteer chaplains, via a special blog post.…
Fanum House, 484 Derby Rd, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 2GW. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
NATH is using this week to strengthen positive inter faith relations and increase awareness of all the special and unique faiths and beliefs in the UK.…
Englesea Chapel and Museum, Englesea Brook Lane, Englesea Brook, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 5QW
For Inter Faith Week the Englesea Brook Chapel and Museum is exploring old Primitive Methodist chapels used by other faiths and denominations, celebrating that they still offer worship, community and learning. Throughout the week it is posting links to information…
Redbridge, UK. 0.00 – Saturday 20 November 0.00
To mark this special week Redbridge Faith Forum trustees and local faith leaders have recorded a daily video clip reflecting on the topic of “Recovering and Reconnection”. These reflections are from their respective faith perspective.
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Old Town Hall, King William St, Ewood, Blackburn BB1 7DY
This Inter Faith Week, we’re celebrating the different faith perspectives that ESOL students bring to the classroom. One learner, Samira who came to Blackburn from Azerbaijan, said: “I love our class and I love our students because each of us…
Surrey History Centre, 130 Goldsworth Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 6ND. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
Surrey History Centre have been sharing a number of pieces from their collections related to Surrey History and faith.…
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…
Cardiff, UK. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
For each day in Inter Faith Week, Race Equality First shared facts about different faith traditions, as well as messages from staff about the importance of faith communities and inter faith, and links to video and audio interviews about faith…
London South Bank University, 103 Borough Road, London, SE1 0AA. 0.00 – Sunday 21 November 0.00
Each day in Inter Faith Week London South Bank University's Multifaith Chaplaincy posted facts about different faiths on their Instagram account.…
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.
Belfast. 9.00 – Sunday 21 November 9.30
Each day throughout Inter Faith Week, the Northern Ireland Interfaith Forum hosted reflections on key individuals who have contributed to inter faith understanding, such as Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama.…
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. …
Sunderland, UK. 18.00 – 19.00
An online meeting discussing faith responses to COP26, which contributions from Christian, Jewish, Buddhist and Quaker perspectives.…
Preston, UK (online). 18.30 – 20.30
This activity takes place via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3232750271?pwd=dGwxY1RoK2htNlI4c1NBYUs5NStpdz09 ZOOM ID 323 275 0271 Passcode 123321 …
Hampshire, UK. 19.00 – 20.15
Dr. Gil Dekel (Hampshire Police Force Chaplain), in a short meditation to follow your breathing, and then to draw it. No artistic skills required.
There is also a Padlet to upload and share our ‘artworks’ after the meditation.
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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. …
Warwick Hospital, Lakin Road, CV34 5BW
Short videos from a variety of faiths and beliefs either celebrating a particular November festival or sharing what 'Light' means in my/our faith or belief. The videos will be available throughout Inter Faith Week on the Trust's website and social…
Kirklees Council . 0.00 – Saturday 20 November 0.00
Local faith leaders coming together for an online school assembly for Inter Faith Week 2021. Providing a school assembly that can be used in any setting. …
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…
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…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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 activities like Henna, Meditation, and Mandalas.…
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.…
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.…
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…
St Aidan's Church of England Primary School, Derwentwater Road, Gateshead, NE8 2HQ. 0.00 – 0.00
The nursery at St Aidan's CE Primary School have published an article detailing their programme of activities for Inter Faith Week, which were themed around Sikhism and included a Diwali party, creating Rangoli Artwork and Diva lamps, and looking at…
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.…
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, Rabbit Wollenberg from Woodford Forest Synagogue, and Sidra Javed from The Penny Appeal. They gave assemblies and talks. An Indian meal was also…
Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough PE3 9PY. 0.00 – Friday 19 November 0.00
Pupils at Jack Hunt school celebrated Inter Faith Week through tutor resources, assemblies, quizzes, a special menu in the dining hall, and a whole school competition of art, music, research, presentations and poems based on Jo Cox's statement 'We have…
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. Following this, a whole school activity was launched. Children across the school learnt about significant festivals and celebrations.…
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?'…
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. Class Two learnt about Islam, and Class Three learnt about Hinduism and Diwali.…
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.…
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.…
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…
E7 8QH
KS1 We will be asking big questions around different faiths - things we think we will help us to get to know others better.
KS2 We will be thinking of the groups we least know about and we…
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…
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. …
Breamore Primary School SP6 2EF
An Interfaith week across 3 small primary schools (Forest Edge Learning Federation) involving visits to places of worship, visitors and speakers from Sikhism, Judaism, Humanism and Christianity, with a Hinduism activity day, culminating in an exhibition of work for parents/…
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.…
Preston Primary School, The Toose, Abbey Manor Park, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 3SN
Assemblies for children to celebrate the different faiths we have in school. …
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…
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…
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…
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'.…
Preston Mosque. 18.45 – 20.45
To Register attendance please, call/text Light Foundation on 07794 949217.…
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…
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, 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.…
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.…
Christ Church CE Primary School, Claremont Road, Sparkbrook, Birmingham, B11 1LF. 0.00 – Wednesday 17 November 0.00
Different year groups visited different places of worship around Sparkbrook.
Reception: St Agatha's Church
Year 3: Singers Hill Synagogue
Year 4: Birmingham Buddhist Vihara
Year 5: Guru Nanak Gurdwara
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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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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…
Sheffield, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Twinkl Resources posted a resource about teaching children about faith.…
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. …
Charleton academy, west Charleton, kingsbridge, tq7 2al
Inter faith activity carousel exploring friendship.…
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 Johns Church, Golcar, Huddersfield, HD7 4PX . 13.30 – 14.30
Local schools coming together to make presentations on the theme of peace.…
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…
Faculty of Divinity, University of Cambridge, CB3 9BS. 14.15 – 16.00
Cambridge Interfaith Programme welcomes Derviş Hızarcı, Program Director at the Berlin-based Alfred Landecker Foundation, for this UK Interfaith Week addition to our Interreligious Relations seminar series. Seminars are livestreamed from the Faculty of Divinity at the University of Cambridge.
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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. …
Star House, 104 Grafton Rd, London NW5 4BA
Join F&BF; for an engaging CPD webinar introducing and modelling activities from our programmes, designed to support your school’s Years 4-9. RE/PSHE/Citizenship/RSE offer.
Aim: To provide an overview of the multi-layered education programmes that F&BF; is…
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…
Lecture Theatre C, Avenue Campus, University of Southampton, Highfield Road, Southampton, SO17 1BF. 18.00 – 19.30
Drawing on her anthropological work with initiatives in Muslim-Jewish dialogue in the UK, Yulia Egorova will talk about how the participants in these initiatives conceptualise the commonalities and particularities of their communities’ experiences. In this presentation and in conversation with…
Leicester. 19.30 – 21.00
This workshop will offer participants the change to gain insight into how those who have experienced war (either in combat or on the home front) have used poetry to explore the role of religion and the place of faith in…
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…
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.…
Birmingham, UK. 0.00 – 0.00
Different year groups at Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School are visiting places of worship around Birmingham.
Year 5: St Edburgha's CofE Church
Year 3: Gurdwara…
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.…
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.…
Kirklees, UK. 9.00 – 12.00
An online conference for secondary school students to explore some big themes for RE and the world. Explore ‘Reconciliation’, ‘Refugees’ and ‘Created Human’ from the perspectives of Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
Each theme will use a…
Fermanagh and Omagh. 10.00 – 11.30
Free online talk by Carmel Irandoust, ex Secretary General of the Bahá'i International Community of the Holy Land, followed by a film screening of Abdul-Bahá 's life.…
Birmingham, UK. 10.00 – 11.30
Liz Dancey will be presenting resources the Arts Society has developed for 6 main faiths.…
Burnley, UK. 11.00 – 15.00
Stall providing information about inter faith and the work of Building Bridges in Burnley.…
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.…
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 Mark's Church, Longwood, Huddersfield, HD3 4HJ . 13.30 – 14.30
Local schools coming together to make presentations on the theme of peace.…
University of Westminster Regent Street Campus, 309 Regent St, London W1B 2HT. 17.30 – 19.30
A Themed Interactive Discussion Event (TIDE), hosted by the University of Westminster’s Interfaith Advice team, featuring a panel of speakers responding to the question: What works, and what doesn’t work, in raising awareness of the climate crisis in your faith…
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.…
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.…
Norwich, UK. 19.30 – 21.00
Shan Barclay, a longstanding member of Norwich Interfaith Link from the Muslim community, will explain the significance of Zakat as one of the 5 pillars of Islam.…
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.…
St Barnabas Church of England Primary Academy, Knowlesly Road, Darwen, Lancashire, BB3 2JA. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 2 took part in a session about Sikhism, learning about what Sikhs believe, the 5 Ks and Guru Nanak.…
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.…
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…
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. …
London. 12.00 – 13.15
The Charity Commission for England and Wales and the SAFE Programme by the Community Security Trust (CST) welcome you to a Security Awareness webinar for faith charities, in particular Places of Worship.
The Charity Commission will introduce trustee duties…
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!…
St Mary's University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX. 12.30 – 14.00
Live panel and audience Q&A with Samuel Massiah, Ahmed El Hana, Cynthia Harper, Mandhir Gill, Mary Mihovilovic, and Usama Hasan, discussing the various misconceptions of faith that we all have.…
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 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.
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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…
YORK UNITARIAN CHAPEL, 31 ST. SAVIOURGATE, YORK, YO1 8NQ. 18.00 – 19.30
Reverend Stephanie Bisby talks about what being a Unitarian is all about and leads discussions.…
Swansea University, Singleton Park, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 8PP. 18.00 – 19.30
Buddhist Perspective: A lecture on Daisaku Ikeda’s annual Peace Proposal to the United Nations (2021 Peace Proposal – Value Creation in a Time of Crisis)’
Speaker: “Robert Harrap General Director of Soka Gakkai International (SGI-UK).
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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
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N7 9RB. 19.00 – 20.30
Using interfaith issues in the MHiitE play (which is set in the Arab/Jewish/Christian world of 10th Century Cordoba) as a jumping off place, participants will receive inspiration, tools, writing time. There will be short performed poetic segments from the play,…
Our Lady Immaculate & St Andrew Catholic Church, Nightingale Road, Hitchin, Herts SG5 1QS. 19.30 – 21.00
This talks forms part of NHIFF's AGM, to be held in person in Hitchin and online, with the lead researcher of the UK's largest diversity survey.
Questions to be discussed:
How religiously diverse are we?
London, UK
Following on from the success of our invitation weekend in November 2020, we propose to run a similar event this year as part of the national Inter Faith Week celebrations.
Friday 19th November (12:15pm): Al-Emaan Centre (Keston…
Guru Nanak Gurdwara, Preston PR1 5YP
Celebrations of the birth of Guru Nanak, open to the public.
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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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
Kirklees Council . 9.30 – 14.30
An inter faith event for years 2 – 5 based around stories from different faith communities on the theme of trees. Pupils will be given the opportunity to meet faith representatives online or in person. …
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.
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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.…
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. …
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.…
The White Eagle Lodge, Liss Forest, Rake, Hampshire, GU33 7HY. 10.00 – 17.00
An online Inter Faith Retreat Day led by Jenny Miller (Interfaith Minister) and Anna Hayward (Minister, White Eagle Lodge), exploring how the Universal Spirit lies at the heart of all religions, and how the Ancient Wisdom of the spiritual light…
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…
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. …
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.…
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…
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.…
College Way, Ashford TW15 2XG
Residents celebrating and learning about Inter Faith Week with art.…
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…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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…
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.…
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.…
Hafod Primary School, Odo Street, Hafod, Swansea, SA1 2LT. 0.00 – 0.00
Year 6 looked at peace messages and made Peace Mala bracelets.…
Madley Primary School, Madley, Hereford, HR2 9PH. 0.00 – 0.00
Reverend Lockett visited Year 6 to talk about faith.…
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".…
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.…
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.…
Croydon. 13.00 – 14.00
For primary and secondary schools age children across the Borough's schools, with their lead RE teachers, to take place over Zoom.
We expect a child or group to come up with an idea to present on the…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.…
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.
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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.…
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.…
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 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.…
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.…
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.…
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