Fall Greetings, I’m excited to announce that we will be Celebrating Rumi on the 2nd Sunday of December, our regular Dances of Universal Peace meeting day. (flier attached) Rumi is celebrated in communities all around the globe on or near the date of his “Wedding Night”—the anniversary of his death, when he joined the Beloved (God). This celebration is graciously being co-sponsored by and held at the Center for Spiritual Living, 206 North J Street, Tacoma, WA 11:00 am The Sunday Service will feature music by Sky in the Road, a sermon related to Rumi by Rev. Frances Lorenz, and will be followed by their usual social time with a light lunch. That part of the day is by donation. 1:30pm The afternoon into evening begins with the showing of a documentary film, Rumi Returning, The Triumph of Divine Passion by filmmakers Kell Kearns and Cynthia Lukas who are creating a series of films on various religious figures in the hopes of deepening interfaith understanding. This film was created in 2007 and features interviews with Akbar Ahmed, Chair of Islamic Studies at American University; Üzeyir Özyurt, a Sufi dervish born and living in Konya; Coleman Barks and Andrew Harvey, all offering insights into Rumis complex life andtimes.. A part of the cost of the program will help to fund their future film making efforts.More info: heavenearth.net/rumi_press.html 2:45 pm A not to be missed concert with Sky in the Road, Daniel Rhigher and Rachmana Wiest, featuring some of their musical compositions to words of Rumi. If you’re not familiar with this wonderful duo, you can listen to clips of their music and learn more about them here: skyintheroad/music/index.html 4:30 pm Dances of Universal Peace led by Farishta Lindsay and friends. We’ll clear space in the sanctuary to sing and move to words of Rumi, and other praises of the Divine. Sky in the Road will provide musical support. What a treat! For more info about the dances, the Seattle dance website has background history of the dances, some video clips, links, etc. seattledup.org/brief_history.htm All of these simple circle dances will be taught on the spot, and no previous experience necessary. 6:00 pm Mediterranean Dinner. Mohsen Mirghanbari will be preparing a sumptuous Authentic Turkish buffet including: Turkish green salad with Olives, Feta cheese, and Pepperonccine, Grape leaves Dolmas, Humus, Eggplant dip, couscous, Pita bread, with meat or vegetarian Rice Meatballs, Saffron Tomato braised Chicken, and Saffron Rice, accompanied with variety of Turkish Delights (desserts) and Pastries. Tickets are $35 if purchased by December 1. $40 at the door. Seating limited so get your tickets early. e-mail Farishta Lindsay, tacomadup@yahoo for tickets. Tickets also available at CSL 206 N. J St, and at Dances of Universal Peace in Tacoma on 11/10, and in Seattle on Wednesdays through November from Lesley Florer. Please inform friends. Blessings all, Farishta
Posted on: Sat, 09 Nov 2013 21:57:24 +0000
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