Welcome to 8th Annual Faith Fest
Faith Fest Owensboro 2018- (November 2 - 18)
An opportunity to meet and learn about the many Faith Communities of our area
TOUR OF FAITH HOMES
Twelve Faith Communities are opening their doors and inviting you to visit during open house. New to Faith Fest this year include First Presbyterian, Sts. Joseph & Paul, and Tri-State Guru Nanak Sikh Temple (Evansville).
CELEBRATION CONCERT
Maestro Francesc de Paula Soler 'Poet of the Guitar' is an internationally recognized artist that will fill your spirit with music. His styles range from Spanish classical to blues. Maestro Soler is a Cultural Ambassador with LACIA (Languages and Culture in Action).
SPECIAL EVENTS
Over seventeen events are scheduled providing a wide-range of educational, prayer, fellowship, and service opportunities. Topics include 'My Journey to Interfaith Ministry' to 'What is Forgiveness: What Do Our Traditions Teach About It?'
THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY MEAL
What is a fest without food? Blessed Sacrament Chapel at 602 Sycamore St. will provide a free noon meal on Nov. 18 (reservation required). Also, most of the Faith Communities provide refreshment during their open house. The food provided is often culturally significant to that community.
COSTS / RESERVATIONS
- CELEBRATION CONCERT cost $10 at the door. Call 270-683-9868 if you have a question or wish to reserve a seat.
- THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY MEAL is Free, but requires reservation by Nov. 9th via 270-926-4741 or pa@blessedsacramentchapel.org.
- SATURDAY SOUP KITCHEN volunteers at Woodlawn United Methodist must call 270-683-9868 by Wednesday.
- INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable food item for the HELP office.
FAITH FEST ORGANIZATION
Faith Fest Owensboro is hosted by the Owensboro area Faith Communities & The Owensboro-Daviess County Ministerial Association. Planning headquarters: 1UU, (corner of Cedar & Parrish) c/o Rev. Dr. Claudia A. Ramisch / 270-683-1462. www.uuowensboro.org.
Schedule and Additional Information
- 2018 Brochure with all details (Page 1) (Page 2)
- One-page Schedule of Open House Tours & Special Events
- Celebration Concert with Maestro Soler (Poster) (Additional info)
- Sacred Text Exhibit (Info)
- Religious Educators (Info) (Event Schedule)
- Tour of Faith Homes Schedule (Sunday Bulletin Insert)
- Interfaith Thanksgiving Service (Info)
Special Event Schedule
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| 2 Nov Friday 1:30 pm |
FRIDAY PRAYERS @ Islamic Center of Owensboro 3131 Alvey Park Dr. W. |
| 3 Nov Saturday 10:30 am |
KEYNOTE LECTURE: Rev. Bonnie Brown "My Journey to Interfaith Ministry" @ Woodlawn UMC, 1120 Woodlawn Ave. |
| 5 Nov Monday 6:30 pm |
SPECIAL PRESENTATION: Kentucky Poor People's Campaign Speaker, sponsored by NonViolent Owensboro @ 1UU, Corner of Cedar & Parrish |
| 6 Nov Tuesday 11:00 am |
FORGIVENESS PANEL: "What Do Our Traditions Teach About It?" Interfaith Guests @ OCTC facilitated by Dr. Court Lewis, Humanities Bldg. |
| 8 Nov Thursday 6:00 pm |
INTRO TO HINDUISM & AARTI @ Tri-State Hindu Temple 6044 Vann Rd, Newburgh, IN |
| 9 Nov Friday 6:30 pm |
CLASSICAL GUITAR CONCERT by Maestro Soler @ Woodlawn UMC, 1120 Woodlawn Ave. Tickets $10 / 270-683-9868 for reservations |
| 12 Nov Monday 7:00 pm |
DRUM CIRCLE @ 1UU, Corner of Cedar & Parrish Bring a drum if you have one |
| 14 Nov Wednesday 6:00 pm |
DEALING WITH VIOLENCE By Third Baptist Youth & NonViolent Owensboro @ Third Baptist Church, 527 Allen St |
| 15 Nov Thursday 6:00 pm |
INTRO TO SIKHISM & PRAYER @ Tri-State Sikh Temple 2816 N. Cullen Ave., Evansville, IN |
| 15 Nov Thursday 5:30 pm |
VESPERS & OPEN HOUSE @ St. Stephen's Cathedral, 610 Locust St. Docents available for tours @ 4:45 pm |
| 16 Nov Friday 6:30 pm |
TORAH STUDY @ Temple Adath Israel, 429 Daviess St. enter on 5th. St. |
| 17 Nov Saturday 10:00 am |
SACRED TEXT EXHIBIT Daviess County Public Library 1st Floor exhibit area |
| 18 Nov Sunday 12:00 |
THANKSGIVING COMMUNITY MEAL @ Blessed Sacrament Chapel RESERVATIONS REQUIRED by 11 Nov. to pa@blessedsacramentchapel.org or 270-926-4741 |
| 18 Nov Sunday 2:30 pm |
INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING SERVICE @ 1UU, Corner of Cedar & Parrish; Please bring a non-perishable food item for HELP Office |
| Every Saturday 4:30 - 6:30 pm |
EVERY SATURDAY SOUP SUPPER Service Opportunity @ Woodlawn United Methodist Church, Call 270-683-9868 in advance to participate |