Interfaith Cincinnati

National Migration Week Interfaith Forum: Celebrating A Community for All
2020-02-05 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | St Monica-St George Catholic Parish, 328 W McMillan St, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219
Catholic Charities Southwestern Ohio is hosting an inter-faith gathering of congregations and individuals who advocate for the needs of vulnerable immigrants and refugees in our community.
The event, “Celebrating a Community for All,” will be held
Wednesday, February 5, 2020
St. Monica-St. George Catholic Parish in Clifton Heights
(328 W McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH)
6:30 – 8:30 pm, in the Parish Hall on Fairview Avenue, behind the church.
Parking is available behind Hughes High School at the Parish Hall, and refreshments will be served.
The forum commemorates the annual “National Migration Week” and serves to highlight the collaborative and faith-based efforts across our region that foster compassionate and welcoming communities to those who are fleeing violence, extreme poverty and persecution around the world and who seek a new life of peace among us in Southwestern Ohio.
To share what you hope to get out of this event, ask questions, or explore sponsorship opportunities, contact Dan Sarell, Director of Mission Advancement, (513) 672-3710, or Maddie Lees, Coordinator of Parish Outreach, (513) 672-3714
To register yourself or your group for the event, which is free and open to the public, contact Spring Duncan or call (513) 672-3736, by Monday, February 3.
Click here for overview.

Know Your Neighbors:Exploring Faiths Throughout Cincinnati
2020-02-04 10:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Holy Trinity St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 7000 Winton Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45224
Tuesdays, 10:30am – 12pm
Locations vary
J Member: $10; public: $13 per visit
Visit Cincinnati’s religious landmarks and learn about their beliefs. Explore the values we have in common and what makes each religion unique. Participants are invited to register for individual visits or enroll in all five. Transportation is not included.
Know Your Neighbor Flyer
Feb. 4 – Holy Trinity St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
Feb. 25 – Cincinnati’s Community Mikveh (Jewish ritual bath)
March 3 – Hindu Temple of Greater Cincinnati
Register

World Interfaith Harmony Week
2020-02-01 22:00 - 2020-02-07 23:00 UTC | Ohio
Nations World Interfaith Harmony Week from February 1-7, 2020
The United Religions Initiative is excited to celebrate United Nations World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW). This celebration happens in early 2020 so now is the time to start planning (if you haven’t already!)
World Interfaith Harmony Week is a week-long celebration that promotes dialogue among people of different traditions to create mutual understanding, cooperation, and harmony.
In addition to WIHW being a great time to celebrate these aims with like-minded people all around the world, H.M. King Abdullah II of Jordan also offers three cash prizes ($25,000, $15,000 and $5,000) for events that celebrate the week.
The World Interfaith Harmony Week
Annual UN Observance Week: Feb. 1-7
The World Interfaith Harmony Week was first proposed at the UN General Assembly on September 23, 2010 by H.M. King Abdullah II of Jordan. Just under a month later, on October 20, 2010, it was unanimously adopted by the UN and henceforth the first week of February will be observed as a World Interfaith Harmony Week.
The World Interfaith Harmony Week is based on the pioneering work of The Common Word initiative. This initiative, which started in 2007, called for Muslim and Christian leaders to engage in a dialogue based on two common fundamental religious Commandments; Love of God, and Love of the Neighbour, without nevertheless compromising any of their own religious tenets. The Two commandments are at the heart of the three Monotheistic religions and therefore provide the most solid theological ground possible.
The World Interfaith Harmony Week extends the Two Commandments by adding ‘Love of the Good, and Love of the Neighbour’. This formula includes all people of goodwill. It includes those of other faiths, and those with no faith.
The World Interfaith Harmony Week provides a platform—one week in a year—when all interfaith groups and other groups of goodwill can show the world what a powerful movement they are. The thousands of events organized by these groups often go unnoticed not only by the general public, but also by other groups themselves. This week will allow for these groups to become aware of each other and strengthen the movement by building ties and avoiding duplicating each others’ efforts.

End Slavery Cincinnati Anti-Human Trafficking Conference
2020-01-31 | American Red Cross, 2111 Dana Ave, Cincinnati, OH, 45207, United States
All are invited to attend End Slavery Cincinnati’s annual Anti-Human Trafficking Conference on January 31. The event will feature workshops, speakers, and organizations, including IJPC, all dedicated to enhancing multidisciplinary community responses for Southwest Ohio.
All students, professionals, and interested community members are encouraged to register. Online pre-registration will open in January and there will be registration at the door.
End Slavery Cincinnati Anti-Human Trafficking Conference
Registration available here
For More information see End Slavery Cincinnati
Friday, January 31, All Day
American Red Cross
2111 Dana Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45207

Events for Martin Luther King Jr Day in Cincinnati
2020-01-17 14:00 - 2020-01-21 15:00 UTC | Ohio
Building Intersections of Hope: A Global Response to the Dream
January 17
Great Hall – Tangeman University Center
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The celebration begins with a reception, followed by an hour-long program featuring several performances and a keynote address from City of Cincinnati Councilwoman and change agent Tamaya Dennard.
Main Library Hosts Students Wrote Books About Cincinnati Legends
January 19
Main Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County
2 p.m.
Students from Bond Hill Academy and Winton Hills Academy will be honored by the National Youth Foundation. They are presenting their original picture book biographies to Civil Rights icon Judge Nathaniel Jones and NBA Hall of Fame legend Oscar Robertson.
Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati Presents Martin’s Dream
January 19 – 20
Cincinnati Children’s Theatre
10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Martin’s Dream explores the real person behind the pictures: a man whose faith, family and education made him one of the most revered people in our nation’s history. Watch the story of his life unfold — from his childhood in the Deep South all the way to the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, where he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Tickets are just $13 and can be purchased online, by calling 1-800-745-3000.
Cincinnati MLK Coalition King Legacy Breakfast
January 21
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
8 a.m.
400 Years of Enslavement: It Stops With Us. The breakfast features exciting performing arts
presentations as well as the recipients of the 2019 MLK, Jr. Dream Awards. Awardees are youth and community leaders who embody the spirit of Dr. King and endeavor to keep his legacy alive. Tickets for the King Legacy Awards Breakfast $40 for adults and $20 for youth. Purchase by calling 513-333-7706.
Living His Dream: Celebrating Martin Luther King Day
January 21
Cincinnati Museum Center
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate the dream of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by engaging in interactive programming, live performances and diverse vendors throughout the day. Ticket prices run from $5 – $14.50 and can be purchased online. All events are free to Cincinnati Museum Center members.
Cincinnati MLK Coalition 44th Annual Commemorative March
January 21
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
10:30 a.m.
Hundreds of people will gather outside the Freedom Center’s Harriet Tubman Theater. The march will reach Fountain Square for 11 a.m. for an Interfaith Prayer Service. By 12 p.m. everyone will head to Music Hall for the MLK Commemorative Celebration. The keynote speaker will be Reverend Derek Terry.
Annual MLK Day Blood Drive
January 21
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Help save a life. The purpose of this drive it to facilitate blood donation to local Hoxworth facilities on the MLK National Day of Service honoring Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Additionally, it is to raise awareness of those in need of blood donations throughout the year. All walk-ins accepted, but you can set up an appointment online or by calling 451-0910.
Keep the Dream Alive Award Ceremony
January 21
Church of the Resurrection
3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
This Award Ceremony honors women and men who, by their lives and life’s work, carry on the dream the of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King. Jr. at 3:00 p.m. at Church of the Resurrection 1619 California Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45237. This a FREE and open to the public.

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Help keep the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. alive as we start the year. His vision and contributions have affected all of us in some way. If there are any Cincinnati Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events that we have missed, please submit them to The Voice of Black Cincinnati Calendar.
The Voice of Black Cincinnati is a media company designed to educate, recognize and create opportunities for African Americans in the region. Visit our homepage, explore other articles, subscribe to our newsletter, follow us on Facebook or text VOBC to 797979 for local news, events, job postings, scholarships and a database of local Black-owned businesses.

JCC Lights the Menorah on Fountain Square
2019-12-22 16:30 - 17:00 UTC | Fountain Square, 520 Vine St, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
Join us as we celebrate Hanukkah downtown by lighting the menorah in Fountain Square!
Details
Date: December 22
Time: 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Cost: FREE
Event Category: Jewish Life
Venue
Fountain Square
520 Vine St Cincinnati, OH 45202 United States
Source: http://devl.mayersonjcc.org/event/jcc-lights-the-menorah-on-fountain-square/

Cincinnati Zen Center -Intro to Zen Workshop
2019-12-14 12:00 - 15:00 UTC | Cincinnati Zen Center, 3647 Eighth Street West, Cincinnati, 45205, United States
Intro to Zen Workshop
Saturday 12/14, Noon to 3 pm
This 3-hour workshop provides an orientation to Zen, sitting and walking meditation, open dialogue about Zen, and an opportunity to practice the meditation forms. The format is interactive, with plenty of time for questions. Good for beginners or for those seeking a refresher.
The workshop is led by senior CZC practitioners. Donations gratefully accepted. Preregistration required.
http://cincinnatizencenter.org/registration.html
We hope to see you at the events!
Dave Renke, Abbot
Suz Croutwater, Vice Abbot
Joe Fisher, Vice Abbot
Source: http://cincinnatizencenter.org/index.html
