Events listed below are free or accept an unspecified donation unless otherwise noted.

"Christ and the Competition," seminar led by Paul Maier on the historical and biblical foundations of the Christian church, 9 a.m.-noon today, Our Savior Lutheran Church, 'Aiea. 488-3654.

"Deep Religious Pluralism," a "process theology" perspective on the value, purpose and range of pluralism, led by Fritz Fritschel, 9:30-11 a.m. today, Lutheran Church of Honolulu. 545-2636.

The Party@Ko'olau, grand opening of First Presbyterian Church facility with food, family activities, pony rides and snow play for children; entertainment by Hapa and Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today (concert at noon), Ko'olau Golf Club, Kane'ohe. 532-1111.

"Dying Into Grace," teaching by Tulku Orgyen Zangpo Rinpoche on how to prepare for the death of others and ourselves, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. today and tomorrow, Kailua Shambhala Center; suggested donation of $100-$150 for both days, $60 for one day. 638-9091.

Taizé service, song, scripture reading, prayer and silent contemplation, 7 p.m. today, Christ Church, Uniting Disciples and Presbyterians, Kailua. 262-6911.

"Conscious Living," the Rev. Donna McClure teaches an eight-week class on meditation, 10:30 a.m.-noon tomorrow, Seventh-day Adventist Church, Kailua; sponsored by Windward Unity Church. 262-6731.

"Many Gifts, One Spirit," the Rev. Phyllis Meighen presents an ecumenical talk during the monthly meeting of the John 17:21 Ministries, 4-6:30 p.m. tomorrow, Wesley United Methodist Church, Kahala; dinner to follow; sponsored by The Institute for Religion and Social Change. 497-1415.

"Jazzman From the Gulag" (1999), film on trumpeter Eddie Rosner, 6:30 p.m. tomorrow, Temple Emanu-El, followed by a reception and performance by Tennyson Stephens. 595-7521, ext. *814.

"Lessons in Truth," five-week class led by the Rev. Sky St. John on "new thought" philosophy and metaphysical Christianity, 6 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 15-Feb. 12, Unity Church of Honolulu's chapel. 735-4436.

"How to Let God Help You," five-week class led by the Rev. Dorothy Luy Villanueva based on the works of Myrtle Fillmore, 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 16-Feb. 13, Unity Church of Honolulu's Kula room. 735-4436.

Bible Institute of Hawaii classes begin next week for the winter quarter at various church locations. Register for "Understanding Grief and Crisis," taught by the Rev. Andy Kikuta; "A Heart's Journey Through the New Testament," taught by Clive Cowell; "Beliefs Worth Dying For," Robert Neff, instructor; "The Women in Jesus' Life," Ada Lum, instructor; or "Kahalauaola: Spirituality from a Hawaiian Christian Viewpoint," taught by the Rev. Walt Keale. Class schedule, fees and registration information: www.biblehawaii.org, 595-4700.

Prayer Clusters, dances of peace, storytelling and communal prayer, 4:30-6 p.m. Wednesdays, Calvary-by-the-Sea. 377-5477, 741-9535.

Alpha Course, the Rev. Ron Ching leads a 10-week class that answers basic questions about the Christian faith and the church, 10 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. 20-March 24, Central Union Church. 440-3007, chingr030@hawaii.rr.com.

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