Weekly Newsletter | July 31, 2019
Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento
Weekly Newsletter
Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento 
ICGS / Sacramento Faith TV
PO Box 15246
Sacramento, CA 95851
Letter from the Interfaith Council
Wednesday, July 31, 2019

To the people who attended the Gilroy Garlic Festival:

The Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento expresses its deepest sympathy to the attendees of the Gilroy Garlic Festival and to all those affected by the recent shooting for the senseless loss of their loved ones. May God give them comfort and peace during this hard time. 

Our prayers and condolences go to the families, and may God let their soul rest in peace.

Best regards,
ICGS Board

Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento
PO Box 15246
Sacramento, CA 95841

The ICGS is an IRS 501(c)3 organization #94-1170407
Sunday, August 4
Interfaith Call to Prayer for Peace, Justice and Unity
Interfaith Call to Prayer for Peace, Justice and Unity

The Elk Grove Diversity and Inclusion Commission, Diversity Awareness Month Committee has scheduled an inaugural Interfaith Call to Prayer for Peace, Justice and Unity on Sunday, August 4, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Bodhi Buddhist Temple on Calvine Road.

Join the rich and the diverse interfaith community of Elk Grove to affirm the commonly shared values to work for peace, justice and unity in our entire community. Faith leaders will be participating in a candle lighting ceremony to mark our commitment to peace, justice and unity. Reception to follow. 

For more information, please contact Dr. Shankar
Diversity Awareness Month Committee Chair
508.944.4897

Location:
Bodhi Buddhist Temple
8786 Calvine Rd, Sacramento, CA 95828

See our flyer.
Starting Thursday, August 8
TransForMission with Rev. Donna Apidone
TransForMission with Rev. Donna Apidone

Join Capital Public Radio’s Rev. Donna Apidone for an updated version of her long-running class, “TransForMission” This class is designed to help you discover your purpose and answer these questions.

  • What can I do for my community?
  • What are the values I share with my family and friends?
  • How can I do my best at work?
  • How do I maximize my health?
  • How do I find balance?
  • What will I do in retirement?
  • How can I navigate current politics?

Rev. Donna’s book “TransForMission” is required for this class. Registration fee includes the book.

TransForMission takes place on Thursdays, August 8, 15, 22, 29 and September 5 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Cost is $60. Registration link here.

In addition, Rev. Donna will be speaking at Spiritual Life Center on Sunday August 4th. She will present Stand Up! Speak Up! Grow Up, which will cover the three most important elements of modern life:

  • the courage of our convictions
  • the grace of our expression
  • the wisdom of our decisions

Location:
Spiritual Life Center 
2201 Park Towne Circle
Sacramento, CA 95825
Saturday, August 10
Adam Day 2019 California - Dublin
Adam Day 2019 California

Adam Day 2019 California will be held on August 10th.
The guest speakers will enlighten us with their take on the importance of Adam Day and what it means to them. They will share their life experiences, beliefs and the concept of humanity from their perspective.

Join us in honoring peace, tolerance, respect and compassion as we celebrate unity in diversity together. We hope to see you there. Our speakers include Rev. Raymond Hess, and Pastor Susan M. Strouse.

When: August 10, 2019, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Our schedule is as follow:
3pm to 3:30pm – Registration & Reception
3:30pm to 5:30pm – Introduction, Keynote, and Speeches
5:30pm to 6:30pm – Dinner

Visit the site for more detail: https://adamday.us/event/

Location:
Dublin Library (Community Room)
100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA 94568
Sunday, August 11
Women's Empowerment Workshop
Women's Empowerment Workshop

A four-part series of workshops designed to help you discover your purpose, set and achieve your goals, take better care of your self and build a support team.

JULY 28, 2019 SELF ASSESSMENT

AUGUST 11, 2019 SKILLS DISCOVERING

AUGUST 25, 2019 GOAL SETTING

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019 VISION BOARDING

Attend all four to start lasting change in your life or register for the one that most appeals to you!

Click here to register.

See our flyer.
Saturday, August 17
2019 Sacramento Middle Eastern Culture and Food Festival
2019 Sacramento Middle Eastern
Culture and Food Festival

The goal of the festival is to promote the rich heritage and culture of the Middle East, provide an opportunity to network and connect with others in the community, and enjoy delicious food, music, and fun family entertainment.

Enjoy a day full of tasty Middle Eastern food, music, performances, and fun activities for the whole family

Saturday, August 17, 2019
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Free Entrance ~ Open to the Public

Register here:

Location:
La Sierra Community Center
5325 Engle Road, Carmichael, CA 95608
Sunday, August 18th
Habitat for Humanity Unity Concert
Habitat for Humanity Unity Concert

Join us!

Building upon our sold out inaugural 2018 Unity
Concert led by the acclaimed Choral Director Steven
Johnson, we will bring together hearts and voices
from across the Sacramento Interfaith community to
celebrate diversity and unity.

This free and family friendly event is raising awareness
and support for the Habitat for Humanity Build for
Unity project. To learn more or get involved, visit

Sunday, August 18th
2 shows: 3 pm or 6 pm

Purchase tickets here:

Location:
St. John’s Lutheran Church
1701 L St, Sacramento, CA 95811

See our flyer.
Saturday, August 24
SSIP Open House and Ice Cream social 
SSIP Open House and Ice Cream social

South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership (SSIP) Food Closet 

SATURDAY AUGUST 24, from 2-4 PM

THIS IS WHY WE ARE CELEBRATING WITH AN AUGUST 24 OPEN HOUSE AND ICE CREAM SOCIAL FOR THE COMMUNITY:

For the past 50 years, the South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership (SSIP) Food Closet has provided nutritious, emergency food to those in need in Sacramento.
The primary mission of the SSIP Food Closet is to maintain and operate an emergency food distribution program to help alleviate food insecurity for South Sacramento area residents. Faith-based partner organizations, with assistance from local businesses and other community members, provide the support and resources for the food closet.
* Each year, SSIP Food Closet helps to feed over 50,000 individuals.
* A team of 150 volunteers provide over 11,000 hours of service a year.
* SSIP Food Closet employs 4 part time staff.
* SSIP Food Closet is open 5 days a week (except major holidays).
* Hours of SSIP Food Closet food distribution: 9 AM - 11:30 AM
* Service area for South Sacramento Zip codes: 95817, 95818, 95820, 95822, 95823, 
  95824, 95826, 95828, 95831, 95832.
* No one in need will be turned away.
* Donations can be mailed or made on-line at:  www.ssipfoodcloset.org
* SSIP Food Closet is a not-profit 501 (c) (3) organization.
* SSIP Food Closet Locaton is at 5625 24th Street (Bethany Church), Sacramento, CA 
  95822.
* Give us a call at 916-428-5290
 AND THIS IS WHY WE ARE HAVE AN iCE CREAM SOCAIL AND OPEN HOUSE (with 
 guided tours) on SATURDAY AUGUST 24 from 2-4 PM.
* STOP BY AND HELP US CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY.

Location:
SSIP Food Closet 
Bethany Presbyterian Church
5625 24th Street
Sacramento CA 95822
Moon Lecture Series: Fall, 2019
Moon Lectures

2019 Moon Lecture Series: provocative, progressive & enlightening

Fridays, 7:00 pm - September-December

Tickets available  here . (Scroll to the bottom of the page)

NOTE: Advance ticket sales often sell out. When they do, tickets and admittance may become available on the day of the event in the Lobby. 

Location:
St. Mark's UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
2391 St. Marks Way ▪ Sacramento, CA 95864
916-483-7848 ▪  www.stmarksumc.com

See our flyer.
Thursday, September 5
The Voice of Interfaith
The Voice of Interfaith

CISA (Center for Interfaith Studies in America)
Invites You To

“The Voice of Interfaith”

Father Tom Bonacci
Interfaith Peace Project Executive Director
 
Thursday, September 5, 2019
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Hosted/Sponsored: Center for Interfaith Studies in America

Admission: Free – Food and Beverage Provided

Location:
Christ the King Retreat Center
6520 Van Maren Lane
Citrus Heights, CA 95621

See our flyer.
Friday, September 6
Kohaku & Edo Ensamble at the Mystic Café
Kohaku & Edo Ensamble at the Mystic Café

Spiritual Life Center presents, Kohaku & Edo Ensamble at the Mystic Café

Friday, September 6, 2019
Doors at 6:45, Program at 7:30 pm

The Mystic Café is a favorite event presented by the Music & Arts Ministry at Spiritual Life Center. The soiree is set in motion at 6:45 p.m. with a delightful courtyard gathering of friends, known or yet to be, to enjoy delicious Japanese appetizers and perhaps a glass of wine or sip of sake.

The festivities progress to an intimate café setting where the magic continues with the program at 7:30.

During intermission Japanese desserts are served to sweeten the evening all the more.



Location:
Spiritual Life Center
2201 Park Towne Circle, Sacramento, CA
Sunday, September 22
Women of Faith: 2
Center for Interfaith Studies in America
CISA

Invites You To Attend

Women of Faith: 2

An afternoon of conversation with three women of faith in our Greater Sacramento area...Part II of an on-going series...

Debra Lily, Baha’i
Beth White, Catholic
Firdos Sheikh, Muslim

Moderator: Jon Fish

Sunday, September 22, 2019, 4:00pm-5:30pm

No Cost Admission
Finger Foods and Beverage

Location:
Gethsemane Lutheran Church
Pastor Jason Bense
4706 Arden Way
Carmichael, CA

See our flyer.
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Interfaith Council of Greater Sacramento 
ICGS / Sacramento Faith TV
PO Box 15246, Sacramento, CA 95851