Food and Friendship

We have seen examples of devastating divisions within society recently, but more examples of shared humanity and generosity. The ‘Get Together Weekend’ was lovely. Join us again, or for the first time, for a shared meal and opportunity to develop friendships with neighbours from near and far. If you can, please bring food to share, but come anyway.

We welcome everybody who would like to come
at Shirley House, 31 Psalter Lane, Sheffield S11 8YL

Thursday 6th July 2017
at 6.00-8.00pm

(Number 4 bus leaves Sheffield Interchange at 17.35)

There are many strands of Buddhism, originating in various Asian countries. Gensho (Richard Jones) will talk about the Zen a way of life, where meditation is a central part. Those of a certain age may learn how motorcycle maintenance is (not) involved, and dispel some other myths.

Open to all faiths and everybody
Refreshments included
  
at Shirley House, 31 Psalter Lane,
Sheffield S11 8YL

on Wednesday 28th June 2017
at 7.30 pm
Contact office@standrewspsalterlane.org.uk or 0114 267 8289 for further details

Barbara Glasson is the Team Leader of the Touchstone Centre in Bradford (a majority Muslim City) http://www.touchstone-bradford.org.uk and Deputy Chair of the West Yorkshire District.

Listen to Barbara how prays:

In this post-Brexit world, the need for interfaith understanding is crucial. We need to understand our neighbours of different faith, to work together to strengthen
communities, to make space for honest conversation and to grow in confidence to
challenge injustice. Touchstone has worked for 30 years in the heart of Bradford and is a key-player in interfaith work both locally and nationally. By our own efforts and the generosity of many people and Churches we have raised nearly 80% of the capital needed to move into new premises and to continue to grow and develop our work. We’re nearly there but we need your help to bridge the gap …… we believe we can do it, but we urgently need your help!If you can help us, with a one off donation or regular gift please complete and return the form (downloadable from the website) to Touchstone, 32 Merton Road, Bradford BD7 1RE http://www.touchstone-bradford.org.uk (01274 721626) Thank You!

You can also become a friend of Touchstone and help them continue their work as a centre of excellence for interfaith understanding and dialogue; again, find the form on the website.

Summer is here, Ramadan will be over – let’s party! There will be separate grills for vegetarian, Kosher, Halal and for unrestricted foods. Bring your own food and drink, or bring and share. Bring friends and family. All welcome, no need to book. We can’t guarantee sunshine, but we can keep warm round a barbecue if necessary (or even sneak indoors).

Open to all faiths and everybody
  
in the side garden, St Andrews Psalter Lane Church 31 Psalter Lane,
Sheffield S11 8YL
on Sunday 17th July2016
at 12.00 noon -3.00 pm
Contact office@standrewspsalterlane.org.uk or 0114 267 8289 for further details

To Concord members and friends, a message from Makkah Masjid

Commenting on the ‪OrlandoShooting, Imam Qari Asim MBE, senior Imam of Leeds Makkah Mosque, said:

“The mass murder at a nightclub in Florida was about hatred, pure and simple. Although it has been claimed by ISIS terrorists in the supposed name of religion, this attack runs directly counter to Islam and has been firmly rejected by Muslims in Britain and across the globe.

Coming as it does during the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims in Britain and throughout the world celebrate the true values of Islam that include compassion, peaceful coexistence and charity, the perpetrator’s senseless actions are even more abhorrent.

One of Islam’s core values, stated by the Prophet Muhammad, is that a person “should treat the people the way he would love to be treated” (sahih Muslim). As no human being would wish harm on himself, it is contrary to Islam to harm others, let alone shoot them mercilessly.

As British Muslims, we stand with all those that are disgusted and saddened by the horrific violence committed in Orlando, united in our shared commitment to overcome hatred and bigotry in our society.”

Kind regards

Makkah Masjid