Indigenous people had a rich culture inclusive of spiritual beliefs and practices long before most of our ancestors arrived to the United States. Sadly, much of their culture and stories have been forgotten and erased. Learning about Native American beliefs and practices is vital to interfaith understanding and dialogue. Join the virtual meeting to hear Rev. … Continue reading Beliefs and Practices of Native Americans
People have been tending carefully to the remains of their loved ones for millennia. Tradition has dictated the manner of that care, but often tradition finds its roots in religious beliefs. On February 28th, the Ventura County Interfaith Community (VCIC) will offer the first of a two part series dealing with funeral and burial practices … Continue reading Funeral and Burial Practices in Various Faith Traditions
During the English Civil War in the mid 17th century, George Fox traveled widely preaching a message of unmediated access to God. Though charged with blasphemy, Fox’s message nevertheless gained a large following which came to be known as The Religious Society of Friends. Originally used as a term of derision, the name Quaker eventually … Continue reading Introduction to the “Quaker” Tradition
On February 28th, the Ventura County Interfaith Community (VCIC) offered the first of a two part series dealing with funeral and burial practices and the beliefs that underpin them. Leaders from the Bahá’í community, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and the Muslim community presented. For more information on that forum or to … Continue reading Funeral and Burial Practices in Various Faith Traditions – Part 2
Andrew Kinkella, Ph.D. is director of the Moorpark College Archaeological Program (MCAP), which teaches archaeology through research at local California archaeological sites. Dr. Kinkella has spent 17 field seasons in the jungles of west-central Belize, studying the Classic Maya (AD 250-900). At 7:00 PM on May 23rd, 2023, the Ventura County Interfaith Community will host a … Continue reading Mysteries of the Ancient Maya
On June 20th, the Ventura County Interfaith Community will present the first of two forums on weddings in different religious traditions. On that night, a panel consisting of a Hindu Priest, a Rabbi, and a member of the Bahá’í faith will discuss wedding traditions among their respective congregations. The Church of Scientology (2151 Alessandro Dr., … Continue reading Weddings
On July 25th at 7:00 PM, Rabbi Michael Lotker will examine Biblical Judaism as an extinct religion that survives only in those elements incorporated into modern Judaism and Christianity. Saint Columba’s Episcopal Church (1251 Las Posas Rd., Camarillo, 93010) will host this fascinating discussion to which all are welcome. The forum will be presented free … Continue reading Biblical Judaism – An Extinct Religion
Join the Ventura County Interfaith Community at 7:00 PM on August 29th as Former Stake President Greg Jones and his wife Lori Jones of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints guide us in a discussion of the role of temples in the lives of congregants. The Ventura Stake Center (3501 Loma Vista Road, … Continue reading The Role of the Temple in the Lives of Latter-day Saints
On September 26th, the Ventura County Interfaith Community will present the second of two forums on weddings in different religious traditions. On that night, a panel consisting of a Buddhist, an Imam, and an Episcopalian priest will discuss wedding traditions among their respective congregations. The Islamic Center of Conejo Valley (2700 Borchard Road, Newbury Park, … Continue reading Weddings among Buddhists, Christians, and Muslims
This event has been postponed. Please see the note from the Islamic Center below: Dear Friends and Neighbors: We hope this message finds you in good health and faith. We come to you today with heavy hearts, deeply affected by the ongoing tragedy in the Middle East. This crisis has brought suffering, loss of life, … Continue reading Open Mosque Day ***POSTPONED***
Long a question for European nations, at the end of the first quarter of the 21st century, it becomes an issue of growing significance for the United States. Join us with our friends at Camarillo United Methodist Church, Mount Cross Lutheran Church and St. Columba’s Episcopal Church as these three congregations present an interdenominational symposium … Continue reading Is Religion Dying?
In 2021 a ten year old refugee called Little Amal embarked on a remarkable journey that took her from the Syrian border across turkey, across Europe and in 2022 to Ukraine, Poland, and New York City. Next, she will journey across the United States. Amal is a 12-foot tall puppet. She represents all children who … Continue reading Little Amal Visits the Santa Monica Pier