For storytellers, parents, teachers, ministers, counselors, liturgists, lovers of story, ...

A storytelling group for people of all faiths. Persons who minister to others within their faith tradition, shape character and instill values, counsel or simply wish to have their spirit uplifted by story are welcome. Come to tell and/or listen, share resources and methods and make contact with others who are drawn to the spiritual and moral power of storytelling.

This storytelling group celebrated its fifteenth anniversary in September 2008. Chidren at the Well is a project of this group.

This is a "come when you can" opportunity. Books, resources and handouts on storytelling will be available. Feel free to bring a friend. Hope to see you from 7:00-9:00 p.m. (7:00-7:30 sharing/telling by facilitator on monthly topic, 7:30-9:00 time for open telling).

Additional information about the Interfaith Story Circle is available here.

A note from Gert Johnson:

Sunday, October 18, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Theme: World Meditation Hour

St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 21 Hackett Boulevard, Albany

We will join local Brahma Kumaris in meditation and stories for world peace. World Meditation Hour is observed at all Brahma Kumaris centers around the world on the third Sunday of every month. People from all over the world and from all religious background are invited to dedicate this time to radiate Peace, Love and Care for our world.

Bring your favorite peace story or let the meditations prompt personal tales to tell.

Thursday. November 5, 6:00-8:45 p.m.

Theme: Stories of Siblings; Under the Tent of Abraham, Sarah and Hagar

Hubbard Interfaith Sanctuary
College of St. Rose, 959 Madison Avenue, Albany

The Abrahamic family has crystallized mainly into three religious communities -- Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Our Tent of Abraham series began in 2006 when we celebrated the confluence of our holy days with stories from our faith traditions. Now, in our fourth year of coming together, we will use the story of Joseph and his brothers to focus on our sibling relationships. All members of the human family are welcome!

Program
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.	Welcome and Pot-Luck Supper Please bring a vegetarian dish to share.
7:15 - 8:45 p.m.	Stories of Siblings

All storytellers and listeners welcome! Stories should be under 10 minutes, and may be personal in nature.

This circle will be facilitated by Dr. Mussarat Chaudhry, Nancy Marie Payne and Audrey Seidman.

For additional information, please call Gert Johnson, 374-0637.

Parking is available in the LaSalle School parking lot on Western Avenue. Please park in the front lot of the school, cross Western Avenue and cross the St. Rose quad to the Interfaith Sanctuary on Madison Avenue.

Here is a pdf flyer that you can print and share with others.

Sunday, December 13, 2:00 p.m.

Fifth Annual Youth Interfaith Storytelling Event

First Unitarian Society of Schenectady, 1221 Wendell Avenue, Schenectady, N.Y.

• Come hear stories from the Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Unitarian and B'hai traditions
• Meet and greet our youth tellers, their families and friends
• Enjoy refreshments and an interfaith mixer activity

A free will offering will be taken to help fund this program.

Please let our youth know that you support their "storied" peacemaking efforts.

It is the shared stories that are breaking down the barriers and building community among us.

Info: www.childrenatthewell.org or Gert Johnson grsjohnson@aol.com 518-374-0637

Wednesday, January 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Youth Tell Stories: Wisdom Tales from the Hindu, Jewish, Christian and Muslim Traditions

St. Helen's Church 1803 Union Street, Schenectady, NY

Come to hear the Interns from Children at the Well, our more seasoned youth tellers, share stories they have been preparing for all of us who are a part of Interfaith Story Circle. This is their moment to "shine", as Marni would say!

Your presence would make all the difference to them. Please join us to witness and to affirm the work they are doing among themselves and the broader community to bring about peace and understanding between people of different faiths.

I promise you will not only be entertained, but inspired as well. They are a joy to be with.

Hoping to see many of you there.

With warm wishes and prayers for blessings in this year of 2010,

Gert

Wednesday, February 10, 7-9 p.m.

Theme: Stories From Our Journey

Pine Grove Methodist Church, 1580 Central Avenue, Colonie, NY

There are stories that have guided us on our path to spiritual and/or personal growth. Some of them come for our personal experience,others are stories that we have heard or read that have become very special to us.

Our facilitator is Anne Snyder. Come to share such a story, or come to listen and be inspired by those who tell. All are welcome ! No Cost.

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Directions to: Pine Grove Methodist Church, 1580 Central Avenue, Colonie, NY

From Northway: take exit 2 west. Proceed a block and a half. The church will be on your left.

On Central Ave.(Route 5), the church is between Rt. 155 and Wolf Road. From Schenectady, it's just past Jupiter Lane on right. From Albany, it's just past Lincoln Ave on left.

Thursday, May 13, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Special People: Their Stories are Our Stories

Hindu Temple Society of the Capital District, 450 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville

Facilitator: Suman Joshi

Often, they are labeled as learning disabled, autistic, developmentally disabled . ADHD, etc. The labels may be useful to meet their particular needs in a system but sometimes we forget that they also have emotional and human needs like all of us. They are somebody’s daughters, sons, friends, cousins, aunts, uncles, brothers and sisters, part of our humanity.

Do you have stories of their struggles, bliss, sadness, courage, wisdom, efforts and triumphs? Please bring your stories to share with us. It will be an enriching experience!

Tuesday, June 15, 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Stories about Forgiveness

Hubbard Interfaith Sanctuary, College of St. Rose, 959 Madison Avenue, Albany

Facilitator: Rev. George Brennan

Father Brennan is a Catholic priest who ministers in the inner city of Albany. He has recently founded The Reconciliation Project, to share stories about people who are working to promote forgiveness and reconciliation.

Come share your personal stories and wisdom tales about forgiveness - stories about enemies becoming allies...strangers becoming friends...stories about resolving conflicts, facing dilemmas...finding compassion...stories about reaching out to people on the margins...restoring right relationships with people who suffer in silence...and more ! Listeners always welcome!!!!

Click here to read about our 2008-2009 programs.

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