Faith calendar
Advertiser Staff
Introduction to Zen Meditation, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Feb. 2; Palolo Zen Center; free; 735-1347.
Candlemas Procession and Choral Eucharist, celebration of Jesus' presentation in the Temple, with worship, song and candlelight; 5:30 p.m. Feb. 2; St. Andrew's Cathedral; free, calabash offering; 524-2822, ext. 217.
"Believe," Scripture and music program presented by the youth of the Apostolic Faith Church (Jesus Coming Soon); 10 a.m. Feb. 3; Apostolic Faith Church, 1043 Middle St.; free; 847-5902.
Saxophonist George Young plays sacred music at a contemporary worship service; 11:30 a.m. Feb. 3; Central Union Church; free; 941-0957.
Choral Evensong, organ and choral music directed by John Renke; 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3; St. Andrew's Cathedral; free, calabash offering; 524-2822, ext. 217.
Women's Week, celebration of the contributions of women to the United Church of Christ; Feb. 3 to 9; UCC congregations across the state; more information: 791-5647.
Viva Vox Evangelii Conference, the Rev. Detlev Schulz, an associate professor at Concordia Theological Seminary, will speak on effective evangelism; 7:30 p.m. Feb. 4, 6 and 7, and 9 a.m. Feb. 9; Messiah Lutheran Church, 'Ewa Beach; free; 721-3413.
Pancake supper and Mardi Gras celebration, with "Follies" entertainment program featuring dance, magic, skits and more; 6-8 p.m. Feb. 5; Waiokeola Congregational Church, 4705 Kilauea Ave.; free; 737-0541.
"Honor Israel Night," banquet celebrating the 60th anniversary of Israel, hosted by The Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry and local churches; 6:30 p.m. Feb. 5; Waikiki Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa; $35/person, $60/couple; reservations: 696-3038.
The House of Light Book Discussion group talks about "The Divine Matrix" by Gregg Braden; 6:30-8 p.m.; Feb. 5; Abundant Life Center, 94-359 Makohilani St., Mililani; free; 623-8551.
"Worried About the Rise of Fundamentalism Worldwide?," view and discuss the CNN series "God's Warriors"; 6:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays through Feb. 5; Christ Church Uniting; free; 262-6911, 783-1583.
Single Moms Ministry, fellowship, childcare available; 6:30 p.m. Feb. 8; New Hope Christian Fellowship Ministry Center; free; reservations: 282-9658.
Dharma Circle, short Buddhist service followed by discussion and refreshments; 7 p.m. Feb. 6; Nichiren Mission of Hawaii; free; 595-3517, nichiren@hawaiiantel.net.
Interfaith Open Table discussion, introducing the Rev. Ron Williams as the new senior pastor of the Community Church of Honolulu; 7-8:30 a.m. Feb. 6; First Unitarian Church; free; 779-3606, 728-8811.
Book party, to celebrate the Rev. D. Neal MacPherson's new book "Church at a Crossroads: Being the Church after Christendom"; 4:30-6 p.m. Feb. 7; Weaver Hall, Church of the Crossroads, 1212 University Ave.; free; RSVP: 949-2220.
"DivorceCare," coping mechanisms and practical guidance for people going through a divorce; 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays through February; First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at Ko'olau Golf Club; free; 254-3136.
"Boundaries," video and discussion course that will address the boundaries that affect all aspects of our lives; 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays through Feb. 9; Central Union Church; free; registration: 440-3007, ron-ching@centralunionchurch.org.
"Catholics Returning Home," series for nonpracticing Catholics to consider renewing their relationship with the Catholic Church; 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays through Feb. 28; Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa; free; 349-6389, zoue@yahoo.com. Also at St. John Vianney Church; 7:30-9 p.m. Tuesdays through March 11; free; 262-8317, sjv920@lava.net.
"Seeking the Lord," gathering inspired by 1 Corinthians 14:26; 9:30 a.m. first and third Sundays of the month; Koko Head Park picnic tables; free; 395-5576.
Soka Gakkai International meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesdays; 2729 Pali Highway; free; 341-5684, www.sgi-usa.org.
GriefShare, support group to assist those grieving the loss of a loved one; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays; First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu; free; 532-1111.
Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to: Faith Calendar, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; faith@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Faith Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.