ST MUNGO INSPIRED - GUHS Forum

Kiran Singh

Date: Oct 20, 2003

ST MUNGO INSPIRED	Permalink

ST MUNGO INSPIRED >From 3rd to 31st October, there will be an exhibition of student's art work from EastMuir Primary School in Glasgow. The work is a collection of silk prints and masks based on the 'Day of the Dead' and other religous objects at St Mungo Museum. The project was funded by Better Neighbourhood Services Fund and was led by artists from Projectability in the school and in the museum over a nine-month period. The project's aim was to encourage children with Special Educational Needs to work with Museum collections. Come and see for yourself and feel inspired! Kiran Singh Education and Access Curator St Mungos museum of Religous Life and Art & Provands Lordship 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 0RH Tel: 0141 553 2557 Fax: 0141 552 4744 Email: kiran.singh@cls.glasgow.gov.uk __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Oct 31, 2003

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FAITH TO FAITH A SERIES OF WORKSHOPS EXPLORING FAITH AND BELIEF Jesus and the Buddha Free Led by Sister Isabel Smyth and Rev Dominic Ind Saturday 11 October 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Booking essential St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art 2 castle Street Glasgow G4 ORH 0141 553 2557 __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Nov 1, 2003

Conversations on Islam	Permalink

Islam Awareness Week Exhibition 3 - 9 November 2003 St Mungo Museum is hosting an annual exhibition aimed at helping our understanding of Islam as well as challenging some of the misunderstandings we have about the faith. The event is organised by the Muslim Information Service Scotland and is supported by Muslims across Glasgow and beyond. Talks are being held in the function room of St Mungo Museum to support the exhibition. Conversations on Islam An opportunity to take part in a 'Conversation' deconstructing common stereotypes on Islam Led by Glasgow Museum Curators (World Religions and Islamic Civilizations) Militant Islam Tuesday 4 November 1.00 - 1.30pm Domestic Islam Thursday 6 November 1.00 - 1.30pm Free Booking Essential call 0141 553 2337 St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 ORH St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none. __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Nov 7, 2003

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FAITH MATTERS! 'How Can Young People Contribute to Scotland's Future?' The first Scottish Interfaith Youth Conference At St Mungo Museum of Religious life and Art Organized by The Scottish Interfaith Council and young people of faith Why have an inter faith youth conference? The world is currently torn by strife, war and conflict. This saddens the youth of Scotland and no doubt youth throughout the world. It is a longing in the hearts of the young people who helped organize this first inter faith youth conference in Scotland to contribute in some small way to local, national and global peace. Their hope is that inter faith conferences will take place regularly in Scotland and that the ethos of inter faith, which is to help facilitate dialogue and understanding between 'faith traditions' will help to create the sort of world they want to live in. We hope that you will be able to join the many youth from diverse backgrounds in a conference that offers a great day of information sharing, dialogue and entertainment. please complete the attached booking form and return it to the Scottish Interfaith Council St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Nov 7, 2003

Faith Matters	Permalink

FAITH MATTERS! Booking Form *‘How Can Young People Contribute to Scotland’s Future?’* Please return by 20th November 2003 to the address below: *Maureen Sier,* *Development Officer,* *The Scottish Inter Faith Council,* *The St. Francis Centre,* *405 Cumberland Street,* *Glasgow, G5 OSE* *Telephone: 0141 429 4012* *Maureen@interfaithscotland.org* I would like to attend ‘Faith Matters’ Inter Faith Youth Conference on the 4th December 2003 at St. Mungo’s Museum, Glasgow. Name/s: Contact address: Organization/Faith [if any]: Telephone: E-mail: Special requirements: There is no charge for this event, though you will be asked to make a small contribution towards lunch Why have an inter faith youth conference? The world is currently torn by strife, war and conflict. This saddens the youth of Scotland and no doubt youth throughout the world. It is a longing in the hearts of the young people who helped organize this first inter faith youth conference in Scotland to contribute in some small way to local, national and global peace. Their hope is that inter faith conferences will take place regularly in Scotland and that the ethos of inter faith, which is to help facilitate dialogue and understanding between ‘faith traditions’ will help to create the sort of world they want to live in. We hope that you will be able to join the many youth from diverse backgrounds in a conference that offers a great day of information sharing, dialogue and entertainment. The programme for the day will include · Guest speakers · Activities to assist in ‘getting to know others’ · Panel discussions – including speakers from diverse ‘faith traditions’ · Musical presentations – including the world famous Dawud Wharnsby-Ali, Sikh drumming and various youth music groups · Workshops to explore issues facing young people today · Meditation opportunities · Tour of the Museum · Great food · Exhibitions There will also be a suitable prayer room available for Muslim prayers. We look forward very much to seeing you there – bring your friends – but please don’t forget to send a booking form as this allows us to cater adequately for everyone’s needs. __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Feb 5, 2004

Discovering the Chinese Faiths	Permalink

Dear Friends and Colleagues As part of St Mungo Museum's Faith to Faith series of workshops that explore faith and belief, please see attached information with regards to Discovering the Chinese faiths. St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none. Kind Regards Kiran Singh Education & Access Curator St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 0RH 0141 553 2557 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclaimer: This message is intended only for use of the addressee. If this message was sent to you in error, please notify the sender and delete this message. Glasgow City Council cannot accept responsibility for viruses, so please scan attachments. Views expressed in this message do not necessarily reflect those of the Council who will not necessarily be bound by its contents. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Saturday 24 January 2004 Discovering the Chinese faiths 2.00pm - 4.00pm Discover more about the Chinese Year of the Monkey and beliefs about heaven and earth within Chinese faiths. __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Feb 9, 2004

Brahma Kumari events	Permalink

Dear Friends and Colleagues Please see below Forthcoming events at Hillhead libary and St Mungo Museum Organised by Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University (Glasgow). Events YOUR PRECIOUS TIME : "All you have to decide, is what to do with the time that is given to you." RETURN OF THE KINGS Saturday 7th February 7.15-8.45pm FREE EVENT 3 speakers Muslim, School Teacher: Javed Ali Druid, Glasgow University administrator : Pauline Kennedy Allan Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University Global (Meditation) Retreat Centre Co ordinator : Manda Patel Venue : Hillhead Library Byres Road Glasgow For information 0141 883 3139 bkglasgow@btopenworld.com brahmakumaris.org.uk/glasgow ANGELS FREE talk Sunday 8th February 2-4pm Sister Manda Co-ordinator Global Retreat Centre Raja Yoga meditation St Mungo Museum Castle Street Glasgow For information 0141 883 3139 bkglasgow@btopenworld.com brahmakumaris.org.uk/Glasgow __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Mar 24, 2004

African religions	Permalink

Dear Friends and Colleagues Please see attached information regarding the next free workshop as part of the FAITH TO FAITH Series of workshops exploring faith and belief. Discovering African Religions Explore the ancient and culturally rich continent of Africa with its vibrant and complex religious systems. Led by Dr Tabona Shoka, Lecturer of African Traditional Religions at the University of Zimbabwe FREE Saturday 27 March 2004 2.00pm - 4.00pm Please feel free to forward this message to any interested groups or individuals. Kind Regards St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 0RH 0141 553 2557 St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none. __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Jun 6, 2004

Discovering Humanism in Scotland	Permalink

Dear Friends and colleagues Please see attached information with regards to our next free workshop as part of the Faith to Faith series of workshops exploring faith and belief. Saturday 8 May 2004 Living without belief - Humanism in Scotland 2.00pm - 4.00pm Do we need religion? Can we live without it? A chance to learn, discuss and debate the rise of non-belief in Scotland and the place of Humanism in modern society Led by Sandy Edwards from the Humanist Society of Scotland Kind Regards Kiran Singh Education & Access Curator St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art/ Provand's Lordship/Kelvingrove New Century Project. 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 0RH 0141 553 2557 0141 552 4744 St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none __________________

Kiran Singh

Date: Jun 6, 2004

Meditations for Peace and Compassion	Permalink

Dear Friends and Colleagues As part of the lead up to the visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Visit to Glasgow at the end of May, St Mungo Museum will be hosting free daily Multi faith meditations led by people of different faiths. Organised by Spirit Aid supporting the Solus Festival. Meditations for peace and compassion free and open to all. taking place in the Zen garden (weather permitted) other wise in the function room of the museum. 24th - 28th May 1:00 - 1:30pm The Venerable K Rewatha from the Theravada Buddhist tradition will open the week with the first Meditation on Monday 24th. No previous meditation experience needed! No Booking required. St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art 2 Castle Street Glasgow G4 0RH St Mungo Museum aims to promote mutual understanding & respect between people of different faiths and of none. __________________