Join us for a free workshop exploring the Abrahamic faiths with songs, story, and colouring activities! All ages welcome. Saturday 23rd June, 12:30 – 1:30pm, Kendal Library Stricklandgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4PY Supporting Kendal Unity Festival.
with Marie Dyer
In the climate of division and exclusion that is our world today, the Name that inspires me is al-Wasi, the All-Embracing. God embraces all people, regardless of colour, race, religion or beliefs. The world would be a much better place if we all aspired to al-Wasi, especially those in power and authority…
with Debra Shatoff
As infants, we are welcomed into this world by You, the Source of Peace, when we are gently placed on our mother’s chest, above her beating heart. We feel deeply cared for, warm and safe. When we are close to You, Beloved, there is that same deep feeling of inner peace, as if we are resting on Your tender chest. With each inhale and exhale, with as-Salam on our lips and in our heart, You draw us in, even closer. Perhaps this is what You speak of in the Holy Quran when You say You are closer to us than our jugular vein…
We have had a very busy December so far here at Chickpea Press. At the beginning of the month we visited Aisha Gray Henry of Fons Vitae over in Louisville, Kentucky. Fons Vitae are publishing an Islamic curriculum for children based around the works of Al-Ghazali. This important work introduces children to the beauty of genuine Islam, with a focus on attending to the inner aspect of the heart, on compassion, tolerance and spiritual insight. Check out their Launchgood page and become a part of this amazing project…
It’s Inter Faith Week from Nov 15-21 and we’ve got an exciting programme ahead…
We’re excited to offer fun and inspiring tailored workshops based on faith and spirituality that help to build bridges across faith communities…