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Events
month | tableUntil: 16:00 on Tue 09th Sep 2008
The Well at Willen
From 19:30 until 21:30
Just Supper at 7:30 pm with speaker Teleri Jardine of Advantage Africa at 8:15. To reserve a place at the Open Table at 7:30, ring 01908 242190.
From 10:30 until 13:30
A chance for CAFOD volunteers and parish contacts to come together, share information about their work and prepare for the Autumn Harvest Fast Day. Lunch included. To register, email portsmouth@cafod.org.uk or ring 01252 329385.
From 14:30 until 19:00
Tearfund and Jesus House for All Nations join together to present a one-day conference exploring the possibilities and potential found within the local church for responding to local and global poverty. The day's leaders will be Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Lynne Hybels, co-founder of Willow Creek Community Church, USA.
From 19:30 until 22:00
CMS mission partners Andy and Susie Hart talk about Neema Crafts, a project that helps disabled people in the Iringa area of Tanzania to find dignity. The talk is followed by a dance performance by some of Susie's co-workers. Free, but seating is limited. Email julie.whitfield@cms-uk.org or ring 01865 787524 to reserve a place.
Friends Meeting House
From 19:30 until 21:30
The Wallingford and Didcot Group of Amnesty International welcome Dr Tony Davies, ecumenical human rights observer, to talk about the human rights situation in Palestine and Israel.
From 11:00 until 13:00
Dr Bernard Farr (Academic Dean, OCMS) and Dr Thomas Harvey (Associate Dean, OCMS) speak in Oxford Centre for Mission Studies' Open Lecture series.
church.co.uk, Waterloo
From 10:00 until 16:00
Join Christian Aid for a one-day course that looks at the issues that are keeping people poor, and how you can join Christian Aid to combat poverty. Practical sessions, workshops, worship, a chance to liaise via the internet with activists from around the globe, etc. Family-friendly activities/child care and lunch provided. Free, with suggested donation of £5 to £10 per adult participant. Registration essential; register online at http://www.christianaid.org.uk/getinvolved/events/transformation/registrationform.aspx or ring 0207 523 2012.
From 12:30 until 14:00
Col Justin Maciejewski, Chief of Staff for the 3rd Division, which is responsible for the multinational force in South East Iraq until September 2008, discussed "The Army's work in achieving a lasting peace in South East Iraq." Admission free.
Nationwide
From 00:00 until 23:59
Christian Aid is asking supporters to hold special "tea time" fundraisers on 19 September. To find out more or order materials, go to http://www.christianaid.org.uk/getinvolved/events/fundraising/teatime/index.aspx or ring 0207 523 2248.
Reading Borough
From 00:00 until 23:59
Reading Borough Council asks local residents to try traveling in . . . without the car! Reading Buses will be offering discounted tickets. Not sure how to get in without the auto? Come to a a "travel surgery" on the 16th, 17th, or 18th to find out, or visit http://www.reading.gov.uk/General.asp?id=SX9452-A7836F76 .
From 19:30 until 21:15
One of a series of four evenings reflecting on how Jesus' commandment to "love one another as I have loved you" can apply in a world of 6 billion people, many of whom we have never met. Led by the Revd Paul Nicholson, SJ. For more information, ring 0121 706 2556.
From 10:30 until 16:00
What can we as Christians bring to work on Climate Change? How can you get your church involved? What is happening in the wider world? Explore the issues with the URC and Commitment for Life. Speakers: Mark Dowd, Operation Noah; Benedict Southworth, WDM; Linda Mead, Commitment for Life; Ele Ramsey, Christian Aid. Vegetarian lunch provided. Registration required. To register, email gill.hillman@urc.org.uk or tel. 02076919867.
From 15:00 until 18:00
Talk by Tearfund president Elaine Storkey; multi-media presentations; interview with Mike Hollow, author of "A Future and a Hope"; and launch of Tearfund's new "Alive!" campaign. Open to all: to book, email ruth.sadler@tearfund.org or ring 01235 550467.
From 20:00 until 21:30
Event hosted by Churches Together in Wantage, featuring a talk by Tearfund president Elaine Storkey; multi-media presentations; interview with Mike Hollow, author of "A Future and a Hope"; and launch of Tearfund's new "Alive!" campaign. Open to all: to book, email ruth.sadler@tearfund.org or ring 01235 550467.
Loughton Baptist Church
From 19:30 until 22:00
The Reverend David Gregory will tackle some of the key issues in climate change, offering a Christian perspective on what his happening, and what we can do about it. Sponsored by the Milton Keynes Christian Environment Group.
From 09:30 until 16:00
Representatives from Christian Peacemaker Teams, the Ecumenical Accompaniment Programme in Palestine Israel and the International Solidarity Movement will speak about their attempts to help reduce violence in the Holy Land. Opportunities for discussion and interactive learning around non-violent accompaniment and violence reduction methods. Cost: £20/£10 unwaged includes VAT and meal. To book, email crosscurrents@menno.org.uk or ring 020 8340 8775.
From 10:00 until 16:15
Join senior Fairtrade Foundation staff, a producer, and other Fairtrade activists for a day of talks and workshops about Fairtrade. Registation before 8 September is essential: to learn more and to register online, go to http://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get_involved/campaigns/campaign_days.aspx?dm_i=343091460
