Tai Chi by the Reflecting Pool
Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon Street, Houston, TXTai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art whose physical practice offers general health benefits, stress management, increased energy, and improved physical mobility. The physical and meditative aspects of Tai Chi, which uses slow, repetitive movements, are recognized as relieving the physical effects of stress on the body and mind. Led by instructor Henderson Smith, [...]
Fighting Hunger Together
Maryam Islamic Center 504 Sartartia Road, Houston, TXMaryam Islamic Center is partnering with the Islamic Society of Greater Houston (ISGH) and the Houston Food Bank to help feed people and families in need irrespective of faith and not limited to the homeless population. Please share this information widely within your communities. Fresh produce and groceries will be available. First come, first served. [...]
Humanistic Buddhism Reading Class: “The Noble Eight-fold Path, The Way to the End of Suffering” by Bhikkhu Bodhi
Chung Mei Buddhist Temple 12550 Jebbi Lane, Stafford, TXChung Mei Buddhist Temple is extremely happy to host Mr. James Chao as he shares his study experience with us on the book “The Noble Eightfold Path, The Way to the End of Suffering.” On Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. starting May 6th through July 1st, he will give us guidance and special [...]
Menilfest: Anecdote of the Spirit and Walk
Rothko Chapel 3900 Yupon Street, Houston, TXThe Menil Collection and surrounding nonprofit organizations present their annual Menilfest community arts festival, a free afternoon of exhibitions, performances, and readings that extends across the Menil neighborhood. The Gulf Coast Indie Book Fair (produced By Gulf Coast: A Journal of Literature and Art) features literary journals and small-press books alongside local booksellers. For more [...]
2017 Arson Awareness Week: Prevention at Houses of Worhip
The theme of this year's National Arson Awareness Week (AAW) is Arson Prevention at Houses of Worship. Between 1996 and 2015, about half of all reported fire incidents at houses of worship were arson, which makes this very important for them and their communities. The U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) has available numerous resources focusing on [...]
(Church & Society Series) The Central Presbyterian Mission Endowment Fund Grant for Memory Care Facilities at Bayou Manor
St. Philip Presbyterian Church 4807 San Felipe St., Houston, TXCompassion, generosity, and serving those who life has marginalized are central tenets of many faith and philosophical traditions. This series of talks raises awareness and provides opportunities to put social justice into practice. Explore how Bayou Manor is using "Music and Memory" to enhance the quality of life and dignity of those with dementia and [...]
Shakyamuni Buddha Birthday Celebration
Jade Buddha Temple / Texas Buddhist Association 6969 Westbranch Drive, Houston, TXIn celebration of Shakyamuni Buddha’s birthday, the Jade Buddha Temple will hold a Buddha Bathing Dharma Assembly in the Grand Hall on May 7th, 2017 (Sunday) at 10:00 a.m. Ven. Jan Hai, President of the Texas Buddhist Association will deliver a speech titled “The Meaning of the Bathing of the Buddha,” followed by blessings led [...]
Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston Kick-off Event
Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston (IM) - The Albert & Ethel Herzstein Building 3303 Main Street, Houston, TXPeople of all faiths are invited to come together on Sunday, May 7 at 5 p.m. for the kick-off of the new Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston (a Houston chapter of TX Interfaith Power and Light). The purpose of the new organization is to empower the faith community in Houston to advocate and act collectively [...]
Arson Prevention for Houses of Worship and Fire Safety Webinar
FEMA, the DHS Center for Faith-based & Neighborhood Partnership, Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security are hosting a webinar on Tuesday, May 9th at 1 p.m. CST. Participants can register for the webinar online. Each year for Arson Awareness Week, the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) gathers and shares information to raise awareness of arson or [...]
A {Sacred} Word Among Friends: Creation/Beginnings
Kingdom Builders' Center 6011 W. Orem Drive, Houston, TXJoin us for a look at the concept of creation/beginnings through a facilitated dialogue using the Scriptural Reasoning format from Cambridge University. Intended for participants exceedingly familiar with the sacred text(s) of their own tradition and seeking to engage the sacred texts of other traditions. The conversation will be facilitated by Rev. Kimberly Orr, Associate [...]