Faith Calendar

"The Women Closest to Jesus," four-week series; current topic "The Women at the Well," 6:30-8 p.m., Hale Laulima Mauka of First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu, 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St., Makiki; free. 532-1111.

TOMORROW

Reiki Healing Circle, with Sheryl Jai, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Golden Phoenix Bookstore, 1251-B South King St., Honolulu; free will donation. 593-1249.

Central Union Senior Center, guest speaker Ruby Hargrave, executive director of Honolulu Community Action Program Inc., on "What HCAP Is All About, and Her Role As Executive Director," Women’s Building, Central Union Church, 1660 South Beretania St., Makiki; come early for stretching exercises; bring brown bag lunch; stay after for games; free. 941-0957.

"Contemplation Sutra: Japanese Language Dharma Study," free class ever Tuesday by the Rev. Shigenori Makino, 9:30 a.m., Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin, 1727 Pali Highway, Nu‘uanu. 536-7044.

Tai chi class, 9 a.m., Waipahu United Church of Christ, 94-330 Mokuola St., Waipahu; free. 677-3317.

A Course in Miracles, study group, ongoing, drop-ins welcome, 9:30-11 a.m., 129 Onekea Drive, Kailua; $10 donation. 263-0355.

Good News Club for home schoolers ages 4-12, spiritual training and socialization, 9-10 a.m., Waimalu Grace Brethren Church, 98-323 Pono St., ‘Aiea. 847-1828.

Beginner’s class in tai chi, 6:30 p.m., Waipahu United Church of Christ, 94-330 Mokuola St., Waipahu; free. Register: 677-3317.

Tibetan Shamata Meditation, 7-8 p.m., Kamtsang Sherab Choling Tibetan Buddhist Center, 1356-B Wilhelmina Rise, Kaimuki; free. 735-2262.

Shakti Yoga class, 6:30-7:30 p.m.,Honolulu Church of Light, 1539 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Honolulu; free. 952-0880.

WEDNESDAY

"Chocolate Lovers," Kailua Christian Women’s Club monthly luncheon, featuring Sharon Young, product development manager for a chocolate company, and Michele Okimura on how she received her "desires of the heart," 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mid Pac Country Club, 266 Ka‘elepulu Drive, Kailua; $12 buffet; $2 child care. Call for reservations: Carol, 395-1708cq or Janet, 247-1185cq.

"Tannisho," free class every Wednesday, 7 p.m., Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin, lounge, 1727 Pali Highway, Nu‘uanu. 536-7044.

"Sacrifice and Bliss," Joseph Campbell discussion group based on the PBS video, including viewing; 7-9 p.m. Wednesday through Feb. 21, The Lifeforce Center, 568 Halekauwila St., top floor, Kaka‘ako; free, $5 donation suggested; register with Dan Carson. 236-3666.

"Stimulating God’s Happiness Into Your Life," followed by affirmations and spiritual healing, 7 p.m., Aquarian Foundation, 2440 Kuhio Ave., Diamond Head Lobby Level, Waikiki; public welcome; free. 926-8134.

"Kundalini Tantric Enlightenment," first in a series of six classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Golden Phoenix Bookstore, 1251-B South King St., Honolulu; $120 for series, or $25 per class. Reservation required: 593-1249.

Healing Message Service, with healing touch, prayer, meditation, 6:30-8 p.m., Honolulu Church of Light, 1539 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Honolulu. 952-0880.

THURSDAY

"The Language of the Heart Will Be Spoken Here," 37th Annual International Alcoholics Anonymous Women’s Conference, through Feb. 11, Hawai‘i Convention Center, Waikiki ; registration $35, meals and activities are added costs. 487-9113.

Meditation Circle, with the meaning of meditation and its importance, 6:30-8 p.m., Honolulu Church of Light, 1539 Kapi‘olani Blvd., Honolulu; $5 donation suggested. 952-0880.

"Forgiveness, a Gift to Yourself," seminar series, 4-5:30 p.m., 129 Onekea Drive, Kailua; $19 per seminar or $45 for series. Register: 263-0355.

Good News Club for Home Schoolers ages 4-12, spiritual training and socialization, 8:30 a.m. Thursdays, Kane‘ohe Congregational Church, 45-114 Waikapoki Road, Kane‘ohe.

Divorce Care, seminar/support group for divorcing people, 6:30-8:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 1822 Ke‘eaumoku St., Makiki; child care available; reservations required; workbook $10; scholarships available. 532-1111.

Foundation Practices of Tibetan Buddhism, weekly class with Lama Rinchen, 7:30 p.m. Kagyu Thegchen Ling, Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Center, 26 Gartley Place, Nu‘uanu; free. 595-8989.

FRIDAY

Gospel Choir Workshop, by LaJoyce Daniel-Cain, director of the Columbus University Gospel Choir, 6:30-9 p.m. today and noon-6 p.m. tomorrow, Unity Church of Hawaii chapel, 3608 Diamond Head Circle, Waikiki-Kapahulu; performance Saturday, concert 7 p.m. Feb. 11. 735-4436.

Annual Convocation of the Hawaiian Diocese, featuring speaker Abp Randolph Adler, patriarch of the International Communion of the Charismatic Episcopal Church, through Feb. 11, Hilton Turtle Bay Golf and Tennis Resort, Kahuku; all welcome; call Sue for information. 373-9441.

"The Art of Spiritual Dreaming," book discussion, 7:30-9 p.m., Honolulu Eckankar Center, 1056 12th Ave., room 201, Kaimuk. 735-7719.

UPCOMING

Energy of Emotions, exploration of the energy of emotions and their effect on our lives, and use of this energy to free body and mind and foster healing, growth and transformation, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 17 and 18, Buddha-Buddha, 53-086 Hala‘i Road, Hau‘ula; $300; dormitory accommodations include breakfast: $50 a night, $75, two nights. 293-8233.

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