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Caroline Cripps August 1, 2017 Leave a Comment

Vulnerable Faith Institutions Scheme- Funding available

The national Vulnerable Faith Institutions Scheme is currently open until 17 August 2017. Sadly, this is to provide funding for faith centres/places of worship that may be vulnerable to attack by extremists of one sort or another. We wish this was not necessary, and hope that this type of behaviour is rare in Sheffield- but we know it happens, and would like to draw your attention to this funding stream if you feel your meeting place is not the safe place it should be.

The Home Secretary has announced a £1 million fund for faith institutions who are concerned that they are vulnerable to attack on the grounds of race, religion or ideology. The aim of the scheme is to provide physical protective security measures such as CCTV cameras, locks and fencing to places of worship and faith based community centres who may feel vulnerable to such attacks. To be eligible for the scheme you must provide reasonable evidence that premises are vulnerable to and/or have been the target of an attack on racial, religious or ideological grounds.

Bids will be considered from places of worship in England and Wales including (please note this is not an exhaustive list): Mosques; Gurdwaras; Temples; Churches; associated faith community centres (for example a community centre run by a place of worship or near a place of worship that is faith based). A similar commitment has been made to support Jewish community sites through a grant administered by the Community Security Trust.

There is no cap on the amount of money that can be bid for. However, costs must be proportionate to the security measures needed and successful applicants will be required to meet 20% of the total cost of the security equipment.

The scheme opens on 30 June 2017 and closes on 17 August 2017. Bids for funding will be considered by an independent panel who will meet twice. First at the end of August for bids received by 20 July and again in mid-September to review the remaining bids for funding.

To find out more about the fund and to apply please visithttps://www.gov.uk/guidance/vulnerable-faith-institutions-scheme

If you have any questions or need support in completing the application please emailVFI@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk

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Caroline Cripps June 13, 2017 Leave a Comment

What is Zen Buddhism – Talk at Shirley House Interfaith Centre 28th June

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

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Caroline Cripps March 30, 2017 Leave a Comment

Message from Bradford

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.

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Caroline Cripps February 2, 2017 Leave a Comment

‘It Could be Verse’- 27th March Shirley House Interfaith Centre

Not specifically a faith-based event, this is a fundraising event for the Interfaith Centre and also St Luke’s Hospice.
You are invited to join us for an evening of fun and laughter
Entertainment by:
‘IT COULD BE VERSE’
Comic Verses and Sketches written and performed by Ray Lawrence and Friends
7.30 p.m. Monday 27th March, 2017
Room 1, Shirley House, 31 Psalter Lane, S11 8YL

Suitable for all.

Proceeds to be divided between Shirley House Interfaith Centre and St. Luke’s Hospice
Tickets inc. home-made refreshments £8, (Concessions £5)
Available from Caroline (cripps@uwclub.net/ 0114 258 8932), or via office@standrewspsalterlane.org.uk

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Christmas wishes to all from the Muslim Council of Great Britain

Caroline Cripps November 27, 2016 2 Comments

Christmas wishes to all from the Muslim Council of Great Britain

Ahead of the Christmas holidays, the Muslim Council of Britain issued two simple Christmas greetings, ‘Keep Calm It’s Christmas’ and ‘Don’t Panic, Christmas is not Banned’.

The posters were a playful nod at the ‘Keep Calm, And Carry on On’ posters.

The message emphasised that some Muslims will join in those celebrations, remembering too that Jesus was an important Prophet of Islam. Others will not join.

But very few Muslims will be offended at the celebrations taking place, and no one should be obliged to change their celebrations at risk of offending Muslims.

Our message has gone viral on Twitter and Facebook and was reported, amongst others, in the Guardian and the Huffington Post.

Dr Shuja Shafi of the Muslim Council of Britain, presented the message to the Dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral alongside a delegation of Muslims offering Christmas greetings to Christian leaders.
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Caroline Cripps November 24, 2016 Leave a Comment

Dissent and a Sanctuary Interfaith service at Upper Chapel

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Caroline Cripps June 28, 2016 Leave a Comment

Interfaith Barbecue lunch- St Andrews Psalter Lane Church garden- Sunday 17th July

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

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Caroline Cripps June 14, 2016 Leave a Comment

Orlando shootings

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

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Caroline Cripps April 14, 2016 Leave a Comment

How do our faiths Inspire us to live well? Islam Awareness Event at St Andrews Psalter Lane Church

An event organised by the Islamic Society of Britain (South Yorkshire branch) and St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church

Wednesday 27 April, 6.30pm at St Andrew’s Psalter Lane Church S11 8YL.

An evening of talks, conversation and entertainment with a shared meal. For catering purposes, please contact Revd Gareth Jones at garethjones11@gmail.com or on 0114 250 8251 if you wish to come. People of all faiths and philosophies welcome.

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