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Tall Ships Race

Join us on the 22nd July at 10 am.

we are excited to be participating in the final stage of the Tall Ships Race as the boats leave the harbour. We will offer a small ceremony and a blessings for each vessel as it continues on its journey. The event will take place on the harbourfront at a designated area, allowing each vessel to receive its individual blessing before the race continues on its way to Norway. This gathering offers a space to pause, reflect, and feel part of something greater. As the sails are raised and anchors lifted, the blessings of Aberdeen, spoken in many voices, but with one heart, will follow each tall ship on its journey across the waves.

Representatives from many different faith groups will come together and offer this ceremony and a Scottish farewell Blessing, a version of “May the road rise up to meet you.” The words have been altered slightly to fit the occasion.

As the vessel set off and sail past us, we will be offering the same blessing for each boat and all who sail on them. This will be given by each faith representative in turn, until the last boat leaves the harbour.

Past events

Interfaith Mindfulness Day

Each year, Varapunya Meditation Centre collaborates with Interfaith Aberdeen to host this event during Mental Health Week, aligning with the theme selected for that year. The theme for 2025 is 'Community'.

The day's program typically begins at 10:00 AM with a welcome session and a mindful walk around the woodland. This is followed by a Buddhist meditation session, a traditional food offering to the monks, and a communal lunch. After lunch, representatives from various faith groups share their reflections.

Additionally, we compile a digital booklet containing thoughts and perspectives from participants, and we would greatly appreciate your contributions. It would be helpful if you could send your reflections by the end of April.

We would be delighted if you or other members could join us and contribute to this meaningful event. Even if attendance is not possible, your reflections in writing would be warmly welcomed.

Please let me know if this would be possible.

ON-LINE BOOK DISCUSSION

This year we will discuss the book by Viktor Frankl – Man’s search for meaning on Tuesday 28 January on line at 7pm. Anyone can sign up for this via the QR code or Eventbrite or by emailing us at interfathab@gmail.com. There will be a few copies available free at Aberdeen Central Library and Grampian Regional Equality Council offices on King Street, in the Langstane Housing building.

QR CODE FOR EVENTBRITE WEBPAGE

You, Me, Soup and Tea

We will have a You, Me Soup and Tea event on Saturday 25th January 2025.

You are invited along to St Andrew Cathedral where there will be music at 12pm followed by Soup and Tea at 12.30pm in the John Skinner centre.

Meeting by the fireside

An evening of Evening of reflection and connection. 10th December at 7pm.

YMCT & Patricia's 70th Birthday

Celebrate with us with all our diverse communities along with a little music.

Discovering Death

Death is a subject we are curious about but not usually a topic of conversation. Here we will explore various aspects of this throughout the day.

16th November 2024 11am - 3pm at the Aberdeen Hindu Temple, Bankhead Road, Bucksburn, AB21 9HQ

Anthroposophy

Come along to our event and see how Nisha Halai is using anthroposophy in her work and communities.

You, Me and a Cup of Tea

This event will be held at the Varapunya Meditation Centre. A chance to meet with other members of the community and local asylum seekers to learn more about the centre and how to remain mindful at all times.

You, Me and a Picnic

Come along and join in various sports, picnic and a visit to the Gurudwara.

Aberdeen Mela

The Aberdeen Mela will be in Union Terrace Gardens on 1st September 2024 12pm - 6pm. A family fun day to celebrate cultural diversity in the North East with music, dance, food, crafts and children's activities from around the world.

The event is free.

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