Events listed below are free or accept an unspecified donation unless otherwise noted.

Orientation to Zen practice, basic instruction in zazen (sitting meditation) and information about practice forms for beginners or those wanting a refresher, 9 a.m.-noon today, Palolo Zen Center of the Honolulu Diamond Sangha. 735-1347.

Holden Evening Prayer, Epiphany celebration with a contemplative service of light, with prayers, gentle singing and instrumental music, 7:30 p.m. today, Church of the Crossroads. 949-2220.

"The Great Warming: Religion and Climate," showing of the documentary on the impact of climate change and how Christians can respond to the crisis, 5 p.m. tomorrow, UH-Manoa Spalding auditorium. 728-8811, 779-3606.

Organ Recital and Choral Evensong, organist Arlan Sunnarborg presents music by Pachelbel, Brahms and Vierne, and the cathedral choir sings selections by Mendelssohn and Rutter, 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, St. Andrew's Cathedral. 524-2822, ext. 223.

"Cultivating a Brave and Compassionate Life," public talk by Arawana Hayashi and Gaylon Ferguson on the spiritual benefits of meditation, 7-9 p.m. Monday, Kailua Shambhala Meditation Center. 262-8352.

"Celebrate What's Right with the World," showing of the short film and discussion, 7 p.m. Tuesday, King Intermediate School, Building F-2, Kane'ohe; sponsored by Windward Religious Science. 236-0950.

"Deep Religious Pluralism," a Process Theology perspective on the value, purpose and range of pluralism, led by Fritz Fritschel, 9:30-11 a.m. Jan. 13, Lutheran Church of Honolulu. 545-2636,

"Christ and the Competition," seminar of the historical and Biblical foundations of the Christian church, 9 a.m.-noon Jan. 13, Our Savior Lutheran Church, 'Aiea. 488-3654.

The Party@Ko'olau, grand opening of the First Presbyterian church facility with food, family activities, pony rides and snow play for children, and entertainment by Hapa and Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (concert at noon), Ko'olau Golf Club, Kailua; Kane'ohe. 532-1111.

"Dying Into Grace," teaching by Tulku Orgyen Zangpo Rinpoche on how to prepare for the death of others and ourselves, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Jan. 13-14, Kailua Shambhala Center; suggested donation of $100-$150 for both days, $60 for one day. 638-9091.

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to: Faith Calendar, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Ho-nolulu, HI 96802; faith@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Faith Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.