FAITH CALENDAR
Aug. 26: 11 a.m. Pentecost 14 with Pastor Deborah Kerr at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at 8007 Bowness Road N.W. The Disciples have accepted “We have come to believe and know that you are the Holy One of God”. Afterwards it’s time for sharing in fellowship, enjoying August birthday cake and beverage.
Aug. 27: An evening with the Benedictines. A presentation on “Benedictine Spirituality: Liturgy, Lectio and Labour” will be led by Father Pius, a monk from Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon. The talk will be given from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 800 - 85 St. S.W. Admission is free, but there will be a free-will offering to cover travel expenses.
Sept. 10 to Nov. 12: Bible reading workshop — Increase your learning and understanding; 10 weeks on Mondays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Southwood Community Centre, 11 Sackville Drive S.W. Register at 403-256-6746
Sept. 28 and 29: Brave Spaces is a conference that asks the difficult question, “What does it look like to be truly inclusive?” Tickets available on Eventbrite. ca, $20 to $70 (subsidies available) bravespaces@mcdunited.com.
On Sept. 28, Jan Derbyshire presents a show that turns the audience into a mental health review board to help determine her current state of sanity.
Sept. 29 is a full day conference with Erik Carter, professor of special education at Vanderbilt University; Tony Snow, an Indigenous theologian and scholar from the Stoney Nakoda Nation in Morley; and, Jan Derbyshire, an established multi-disciplinary artist and educator. McDougall United Church, 8516 Athabasca St. S. E. 403-252-1620, office@ mcdunited.com
Ongoing
Tuesdays: Every Tuesday morning, the Dorcas Ladies meet for Bible study, crafts and sandwich-making for the food bank, along with seasonal pie baking (pies for sale now) and conversation, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 8007 Bowness Rd. N.W. Phone 403-288-4646 for details.
Tuesdays: Brush With The Spirit: With a BFA, MDiv. and more than 25 years of French restaurant experience, our facilitator offers unique programs that combine culinary and visual arts. Designed for non-artists, artists and seekers of all stripes, the session explores how “Freeing the Creative Self Frees the Whole Self.” Event starts at 6 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Centre at 10601 Southport Rd. S.W. For information and registration, visit brushwiththespirit.com or call 403-253-3629 ext. 205.
Wednesdays: Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at 8007 Bowness Road N.W. invites everybody to a community supper from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for a free nutritious meal.
Wednesdays: Diamond Way Buddhism Calgary meditation evenings start at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome and there is no cost. 7628 Elbow Drive S.W. in the vibrant Kingsland Plaza. (Our entrance is on the breezeway behind Starbucks.) Information at www.diamondway.org/calgary or call 587-329-1416
First Wednesday of the Month: Diamond Way Buddhism Calgary hosts a half-hour “Introduction to Buddhism” talk at 7 p.m. 7628 Elbow Drive S.W. in the vibrant Kingsland Plaza. (Our entrance is on the breezeway behind Starbucks.) Information at www. diamondway.org/calgary or call 587-329-1416
Thursdays and Sundays: Come sing with us through the seasons at Lakeview United Church. All voices welcome. No registration fee. You provide the voice; we provide printed music, expertise and a great group of musical friends led by Marie Taylor, music director. For more info, contact Jacqueline Roach at 403-242-5760 or lakeviewuc@telus.net. Lakeview United Church, 3023 - 63 Ave S.W.