Next Phase - Bridges of Faith Initiative

January 8, 2012
For those of you who, if you couldn't make it, or if you never knew it was happening; a second Bridges of Faith, interfaith gatherong, is happening this month in Abbotsford. See below for date, location, and registration information.

Dear participants of the 2011 Bridges of Faith Conference,
 
Abbotsford Community services would like to invite you to the next phase of our Bridges of Faith initiative. The upcoming event with be on January 25th, 2012 from 5:30-9 pm. This event will provide opportunities for participants to come together, engage in experiential learning, and deepen their understanding and respect for the diverse religious traditions in our community.  
 
The event will feature interactive presentations from several different faith communities on the topic of light, as well as dialogue circles, networking opportunities and refreshments.  All are welcome to attend the Bridges of Faith event (On a first come, first serve basis.  Pre-registration is required by January 20th 2012).
 
For more information please see the attached document or feel free to contact me with any question.
 
To register please complete the attached form and return to 2420 Montrose Avenue Abbotsford BC, V2S 3S9 or fax to 604-859-6334 or submit the following information via email to Danielle.Nazarewich@AbbotsfordCommunityServices.com:

Name:
Faith Group:
Organization (if applicable):
Community of Residence:
Phone Number:
E-mail Address:
Name and ages of children attending between the ages of 3 and 10:
How did you hear about the Bridges of Faith Event?
 
*Note: By registering via email, you are agreeing to the following Bridges of Faith participation agreement,
The Bridges of Faith event is an opportunity for diverse people to gain a better understanding of others in their community. All participants are expected to respect the diversity of race, ethnicity, class, gender, family status, sexual orientation, religion, mental and physical ability, age or political beliefs of other participants and speakers attending the Bridges of Faith event. Participants are asked to refrain from making negative statements regarding one’s identity as well as refrain from converting people of different faiths. If a participant breaks this agreement they may be asked to leave the conference.
 
Thank you for your interest and I look forward to hearing from many of you.
 
Sincerely, 
 
Danielle Nazarewich
 
Community Development Worker
Diversity Education and Resource Services
Abbotsford Community Services
Phone:  (604) 859-7681 ext. 270
Fax: (604) 859-6334
Danielle.Nazarewich@AbbotsfordCommunityServices.com
 

 

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