1988-2000 Events
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1988 |
| Fall |
Facing History and Ourselves – seven sessions in this series
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1989 |
| February 5 |
Potluck dinner for participants of Facing History and Ourselves
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LEARNING ABOUT EACH OTHER: FOUNDATIONS OF JUDAISM AND CHRISTIANITY
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| April 13 |
Judaism as Seen Through Life Cycle Events
Rabbi Herman Blumberg, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Rabbi Mark Cooper, Temple Israel, Natick
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| April 27 |
Judaism as Seen Through Festivals and Holidays
Rabbi Herman Blumberg, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Rabbi Mark Cooper, Temple Israel, Natick
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| May 4 |
Emergence of the Christian Church from Judaism
Sister Mary Boys, Assistant Professor of Theology and Religion, Boston College
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| May 11 |
Christianity Today: Tensions of Ecumenism and Pluralism
Rev. W. Murray Kenney, (Interim appointment)
Saint John’s Episcopal Church, Arlington
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COMMON SCRIPTURES – DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES (FALL SERIES)
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November
1, 8, 15, 29 |
Studies from Exodus, Genesis, Matthew, and Isaiah, facilitated by:
Rabbi Herman Blumberg, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Rabbi Revs. Judith and Harry Hoehler, First Parish UUA, Weston
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| November 7 |
The Perception of the Other – Jews and Christians Throughout History
Dr. Krister Stendahl (Retired), Bishop of Stockholm and former Dean,
Harvard Divinity School
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1990 |
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COMMON SCRIPTURES – DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES (WINTER SERIES)
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March
6, 13, 20, 27 |
Studies from Genesis and Exodus, and scriptural passages related to
the themes of love and justice, facilitated by:
Rev. David Van Dusen,, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Weston
Rabbi David Whiman, Temple Shalom, Newton
Polly Dickson, Coordinator of Lay Ministry, St. Peter’s Church, Weston
Julie Vanek, Temple Educator, Temple Shalom
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| Spring |
Facing History and Ourselves – six sessions in this series
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COMMON SCRIPTURES – DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES (SPRING SERIES)
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| May 17, 24 |
Studying the concept of Covenant and perspectives of sin and
repentance, of seeking and receiving forgiveness, facilitated by:
Rabbi Mark Cooper
Rev. Susan Crane, First Baptist Church, Weston
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| September 30 |
Potluck dinner, “Weapons of the Spirit”
Video, followed by small group discussion.
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COMMON SCRIPTURES – DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES (FALL SERIES)
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November
1, 8, 14 |
“Exploring Genesis: Insights into Judaism and Christianity” ,
a participatory Bible Study, facilitated by:
Rev. Shep Johnson, United Methodist Church, Weston
Rabbi Ronald Weiss, Temple Beth Elohim, Wellesley
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1991 |
| March 19 |
“Who Needs God?” – lecture and discussion
Rabbi Harold Kushner, Rabbi Laureate, Temple Israel, Natick
(and best-selling author)
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SPRING LECTURE SERIES
Promises and Obstacles Regarding A More Tolerant World
Dr. James Kodera, Chairman and Professor of Religion,
Wellesley College, historian of religion
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| April 21 |
The Age of Toleration and Respect: In Spain and China before Columbus
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| April 28 |
World-Conquering Religions: Islam and Christianity
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| May 5 |
Visions of a More Tolerant Future: Toward A Pluralistic World
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1992 |
| January 21 |
Racial and Ethnic Conflict in the World, the United States, and Weston: Where
Are We Heading?
Dr. Lawrence H. Fuchs, Meyer and Walter Jaffe Professor of
American Civilization and Politics,
Brandeis University
* The above program was in conjunction with The Roxbury-Weston Programs, Inc.
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| May 5 |
A Conversation with Scholars:
Looking at Christianity, Islam, and Judaism From the Inside Looking Out
Sister Mary Boys, Matthew Gordon, Lecturer, Theology Department, Boston College
Rabbi Murray Rothman, Rabbi Emeritus, Temple Shalom, Newton; Lecturer, Theology Department,
Boston College; Lecturer, Andover Newton Theological School
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1993 |
| April 27 |
Laughter, A Gift From God: Humor In Religion
Dr. Thomas Groomre Professor of Theology and Religious Education, Boston College
Dr. Moshe Waldoks, writer, lecturer, actor, producer, media specialist
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| October 3 |
Youth, Spirituality and Religion
A panel of selected Weston High School students in conversation with Dr. Tom Cottle,
psychologist, author, Channel 5 commentator on contemporary social issues.
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1994 |
| March 6 |
After the Handshake: Prospects for Peace In The Middle East
Report by the Task Force of the U.S. Inter-religious Committee for Peace In The
Middle East, that went to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, and the West Bank in
December 1993.
Moderator: Rev. Harry Hoehler, First Parish UUA, Weston
Panel:
Dr. Mian Ashraf, Cardiologist and President of the Islamic
Center of New England, MA
Father Raymond Helmick, S.J., Professor of Theology, Boston
College
Enid Shapiro, Community Relations Director, member, Jewish Community
Relations Council of Boston
Melvin Shapiro, Attorney and member of the Jewish Community
Relations Council
* The above program was in conjunction with the Weston Clergy Association
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| May 2 |
To Have an Eye for Humor – As Does God
Brita and Dr. Krister Stendahl
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| November 13 |
Acts of Reconciliation
Anna Smulowitz, Families of Holocaust Survivors
* The above program was in conjunction with Regis College, Weston, MA
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1995 |
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LIFE CYCLES AND TRADITIONS FOR CHRISTIANS, JEWS AND MUSLIMS
Presentations by religious leaders and lay persons of each faith,
followed by panel discussions
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| January 22 |
Celebrations of Childhood
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| February 5 |
Customs of Dating, Interfaith Courtship and Marriage
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| February 12 |
Rituals of Caring in Times of Sorrow
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| May 2 |
An Interfaith Pilgrimage to Holocaust Sites
Rev. Dr. Philip J. Mayher, Congregational Church, Weston
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1996 |
| January 16 |
Churches, Monasteries and Islamic Shrines in Iraq
Video, with commentary by Dr. Alia Antoon
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| February |
Intercultural, interfaith and interracial experiences for local youth
Jean Weaver, founder of Robert Weaver Interfaith Youth Leadership Program
Carol Ott, teacher in Weston Middle School, founder of “Bridges” program
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November
December |
THE HISTORIC JEWISH-CHRISTIAN ENCOUNTER
Where We Were, Where We Are and Where We Are Going
Six-part lecture and dialogue series based on the “Sharing Shalom” curriculum,
continued through February, 1997.
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1997 |
| March 9 |
America’s New Religious Landscape: Diversity and Pluralism
Diana Eck, Professor of Comparative Religions and Indian Studies,
Harvard University, and author of Encountering God,
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LEARNING FROM EACH OTHER’S FAITH STORIES: BUILDING BRIDGES AMONG MUSLIMS, CHRISTIANS AND JEWS
Presentations by religious leaders, educators and lay persons, followed by small-group
discussions.
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| September 21 |
Creation: Our Stories From The Beginning
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| October 5 |
Adam and Eve: Awareness of Good and Evil
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| October 26 |
Cain and Abel: Accountability and Judgment
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| November 2 |
Abraham – Our Common Patriarch: Faith and Obedience
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| November 16 |
Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, Isaac: Our Roots and Relationships
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1998 |
| March 8 |
BEYOND BUILDING BRIDGES
Potluck supper for participants of “Learning From Each Other’s Faith Stories”
(An informal opportunity to ask questions about each other’s faith)
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April 30 |
The Role of Religious Cooperation in Building Peace
Dr. William Vendley, Secretary General, World Council on Religion
and Peace, United Nations
* This program was in conjunction with the Department of Religious Studies and The Office of
Campus Ministry, Regis College, Weston, MA
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| June 3 |
Annual Meeting and dinner
A Celebration – “Ten years of Interfaith Fellowship and Learning from Holidays to Faith Sharing”
A presentation by two of WWIAG’s founding members
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THREE PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS ON MOSES, JESUS, AND MUHAMMAD :
MESSENGERS OF GOD
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| October 25 |
Moses, Jesus, Muhammad : Who Are They?
The Rev. Carol Flett, St. Peter’s Church, Weston
Carl Whittaker, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Aziz Zilanawala, Islamic Center of Boston, Wayland
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| November 8 |
Moses, Jesus, Muhammad : What Was Their Message?
Dick Brisk, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
Dr. Ahmed Mehanna, Islamic Center of Boston, Wayland
The Rev. E. Moreano, First Parish Church, Weston
Third presentation occurs in January 1999 - see below
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1999 | |
| January 31 |
Potluck Supper and Discussion
Moses, Jesus, Muhammad : How Do We Remember Them And Follow Their Messages?
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| March 16 |
Inaugural Peg Kerwin Memorial Presentation
Interfaith Relations
The Rev. David Michael, Chaplain, Brandeis University
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| June 6 |
Annual Meeting
Kashmir - An Introduction to A Multicultural Region At the Crossroads
Dr. Mian Muhammad Ashraf, founder of The Islamic Center of New England
Ms. Farah Pandith , graduate of The Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
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| October 24 |
Interfaith Youth Speak Out about how their faith traditions help to support them
in today’s troubled world.
Presented by Christian, Jewish and Muslim members of the Anti-Defamation League /
Weaver Interfaith Youth Leadership Program
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2000 | |
| February 6 |
Potluck Supper and Discussion
World, National, and Local Problems As WWIAG Opportunities
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| March 15 |
Second Annual Peg Kerwin Memorial Presentation
Sharing Jerusalem
Tamara Beliak, Class of 2000, Brandeis University
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| May 2 |
Yom Hashoah – Holocaust Vigil and Commemoration
Weston Town Green
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| June 6 |
Annual Meeting
Shared Stories: The Queen of Sheba in Three Faiths
Professor Carole Fontaine, Andover Newton Theological School
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LECTURE SERIES ON FORGIVENESS
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| October 29 |
Forgiveness: Three Faith Traditions
Rabbi Herman Blumberg, Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland
The Rev. Tad Evans, St. Peter’s Church, Weston
Dr. Ghiath Reda, Islamic Center of Boston, Wayland
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| November 5 |
Forgiveness: A Case Study From South Africa
Video and Discussion of Bill Moyer’s interview with Archbishop Desmond Tutu
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| November 12 |
Forgiveness: The Process
A Panel Discussion Presented by WWIAG Leadership Members
Tehmina Khan, Philip J. Mayher, Nancy Corcoran, Polly Dickson
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