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

Shichigosan, traditional Japanese children's Shinto blessing, through Thursday, Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha (Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu); $50 donation includes blessing, omamori, gift bag and complimentary kimono rental and dressing. Call for a reservation: 841-4755.

"What is the Purpose of Life?" presentation by the Kane'ohe Stake Youth Choir, 7 p.m. tomorrow, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 387-5909.

All Believers Network (Belnet) public forum with Manjit Kaur Reddick sharing "Sikh Stories," 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Harris United Methodist Church, room 9. 262-9061, 383-2616.

"A Star of Joy," fifth annual winter concert with holiday music from various cultures performed by Hawai'i Pacific University's International Chorale and International Vocal Ensemble with the school's Chamber Orchestra, 7 p.m. Friday, Central Union Church. 544-0879.

"Tell It on the Mountain," concert of carols and spirituals, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2, Kilauea Military Camp chapel, Volcanoes National Park. 982-7344.

"Hope and Desirelessness in Mahayan Buddhism," Luis O. Gomez talks on praying for a good rebirth while seeking liberation, 1-5 p.m. Dec. 2, Buddhist Study Center. 531-1231.

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.