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Posted on: Saturday, September 4, 2004

Faith Calendar

Advertiser Staff

The Legacy, benefit memorial concert to honor pastor and founder Joe Soliz; food, games and entertainment, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. today, Shield of Faith Church grounds. 696-4274.

Veggie Tales Showing, food, keiki games and viewing of the latest Veggie Tale video, "Sumo of the Opera: a Lesson in Perseverance," 10 a.m.-1 p.m. today, Calvary Chapel, 98-1016 Komo Mai Drive, 'Aiea; free. 524-0844.

"When He Became She: Kuan Yin and Gender," talk on the Chinese goddess of mercy, sponsored by the Hawaii Council for the Humanities, 2 p.m. today, Room 118, Kapi'olani Community College 'Ohi'a Building; free.

Pet Sunday, ninth annual outdoor service and blessing of animals, with crafts, pet-care literature and treats for people and pets, 10:30 a.m. tomorrow, Christ Lutheran Church; free, pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. 623-9229.

Organ Recital and Choral Evensong, with the St. Andrew's Cathedral Choir and organist Arlan Sunnarborg, 7:30 p.m. tomorrow, St. Andrew's Cathedral; free. 524-2822, ext. 223.

Shri Krishna Janmashtami, celebration of the birth of Lord Shri Krishna, with chanting, dancing, discourse and a vegetarian feast, 6 p.m.-midnight Monday, Hare Krishna Temple; free, bring an offering of flowers, fruits, vegetables or grains. 389-1819.

"Healing Israel and Palestine," talk by Avi Zer-Aviv, sponsored by the Friends of Sabeel, 6 p.m. Tuesday, beginning with a potluck supper, Church of the Crossroads; free. 949-2220.

Service of Prayer for World Peace, sponsored by the Windward Coalition of Churches, 7 p.m. Thursday, Seventh-day Adventist Church, Kailua. 254-3802.

"Calming Down and Staying Calm," an introduction to Raja Yoga meditation, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Raja Yoga Meditation Center, 'Aiea; free. Reservations: 486-3141.

Harvest Moon Dharmachakra Festival, chanting of Sutras, address by local Muslim leader Hakim Ouansafi, followed by dances, sponsored by the Hawaii Association of International Buddhists, 6:30 p.m. Friday, McCoy Pavilion, Ala Moana Beach Park; vegetarian bento ($5) served at 5:30 p.m. 942-1511.

"Occupied Palestine," talk by Avi Zer-Aviv about his daily life in the Balata Refugee Camp, exhibit of Palestinian crafts and art, with refreshments, 7 p.m. Friday, Pacific Justice & Reconciliation Center, 19 N. Pauahi St.; free. 949-2220.

Praise Concert 6, music with Da Braddahs, 7 p.m. Friday, Kaua'i War Memorial Convention Hall, Lihu'e; free. (808) 742-7514.

"A Call to Arms" Prayer Conference, with speakers Dean Fujishima, Memrey Casey and Jason Lefheldt, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. next Saturday, Hope Chapel Kane'ohe; $30 with lunch and childcare provided. Registration: 235-5814.

"Rising From the Ashes," third annual Honolulu Men's Conference, with Lt. Gov. James "Duke" Aiona and pastors Elwin Ahu and Roy Yamamoto, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. next Saturday, Manoa Ballroom, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i; $40 (includes lunch and T-shirt). Registration: 834-0982.

"Separation of Church and State: Relevance in Society Today," panel discussion, 9 a.m. next Saturday, Ching Conference Center on second floor of Eiben Hall, Chaminade University; free. 779-3606.

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to Faith Calendar, Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; faith@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Faith Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.