SPRING O-HIGAN OBSERVANCE, talk-story session on "Is Jodo Shinshu Real and Practical for Me?," with the Rev. LaVerne Sasaki, retired minister from the Buddhist Churches of America; 9 a.m.; March 15; Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin; $5 ($10 with lunch); 536-7044. Followed by free services: 7 p.m. March 15; 7:30 a.m. (Japanese), 9 a.m. (Dharma School) and 10 a.m. (English) March 16.

"WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A PEACEMAKER AND A LEADER," leadership workshop with video, reflection and panel discussion; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; March 15; Ching Conference Center, Chaminade University; $30; 735-4822, psponsel@chaminade.edu.

EPISCOPAL CHURCH WOMEN QUIET DAY, morning of reflection and personal time; 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; March 15; St. Anthony Retreat Center, Kalihi; $10 (includes lunch); registration: 230-8606.

FAMILY SING-ALONG CONCERT; 10-11 a.m.; March 15; Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church, Ohana Lani building; free; 377-5104.

SEDER DINNER, traditional ceremonial meal; 6 p.m.; March 15; St. Pius X Parish, Manoa; potluck; 973-2211.

SPRING EQUINOX AND RENNYO SHONIN REMEMBRANCE SERVICES; 9 a.m. (English) and 10:30 a.m. (Japanese); March 16; Mo'ili'ili Hongwanji Buddhist Temple; 949-1659.

"THE CRY OF THE HAWK," Eck worship service, followed by open discussion circle; 10-11 a.m.; March 16; Kaimuki Community Park main hall; 735-7719.

EASTER MUSIC CONCERT, presented by the Mililani Baptist Church adult choir, featuring works that cover Easter-related events from crucifixion to resurrection; 6 p.m.; March 16; Mililani Baptist Church; free; 623-2559, www.mililanibaptist.com.

CHRIST HAS RISEN, Christians in Real Estate annual Easter luncheon, with singer Kristian Lei and Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann; 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; March 20, reservations by March 17; Dole Cannery Ballrooms; $28; 226-8348, www.christiansinrealestate.org.

MAUNDY THURSDAY, foot-washing ceremony, followed by soup supper and Holy Communion service; 5:30 p.m.; March 20; Waiokeola Congregational Church, 4705 Kilauea Ave.; free; 737-0541.

MEXICAN PURIM FIESTA, Megillah reading, entertainment, buffet dinner and more; 6 p.m.; March 20; Ala Moana Hotel, second floor; $20 ($10 children); 735-8161.

MAUNDY THURSDAY, foot-washing and Communion services; 7 p.m.; March 20; Calvary by the Sea Lutheran Church; 377-5477.

CELEBRATION OF OUR LORD'S PASSION, requiem Mass with musical performances and reflective narratives on Christ's passion; 11 a.m.; March 21; Kawaiaha'o Church; free; 532-1260.

WALK WITH THE CROSS, Good Friday reflection, followed by Tenebrae worship service; 5:30 p.m.; March 21; meet at Kaimuki District Park; 737-0541.

"HIS HANDS," Easter musical; 7 p.m.; March 21-23; King's Cathedral, Niu Valley Center; free; 643-7729.

"It's a Family Affair," Easter weekend celebration hosted by Living the Word Ministries; worship services, 7 p.m. March 21 and 11 a.m. March 23 at Living the Word Ministries, 2678 Kilihau St.; picnic, 12-4 p.m. March 22 at Ke'ehi Lagoon Park; all events free; 834-2823.

ECUMENICAL STUDY TOUR, visits to Greek Orthodox, Russian Orthodox and Coptic churches; 9:15 a.m.; March 30, April 6, 13; Co-Cathedral of St. Theresa; free; registration: 521-1700; space limited to 15 participants.

"Seeking the Lord," gathering inspired by 1 Corinthians 14:26; 9:30 a.m. first and third Sundays of the month; Koko Head Park picnic tables; free; 395-5576.

Soka Gakkai International meeting, 7 p.m. Tuesdays; 2729 Pali Highway; free; 341-5684, www.sgi-usa.org.

GriefShare, support group to assist those grieving the loss of a loved one; 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturdays; First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu; free; 532-1111.

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