Parliament of Worlds Religion 2004 Barcelona

Author(s): Parliament of the World’s Religions
Publisher: USA Parliament of the Worlds Religions

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Summary of Activities
PLENARY SESSIONS & SPECIAL GATHERINGS Complete each day with inspiration and beauty. Listen to revered religious and spiritual leaders, prominent social activists and luminaries from other guiding institutions. Experience spiritual observances and spectacular music and dance performances from around the world. Gather for a Communities Night, a Regional Night, and a Sacred Music Concert at the world-renown Sagrada Familia Cathedral. See pages 33-42 and 74-80 for more information.
INTRARELIGIOUS PROGRAMS A wide variety of programs focusing on: (1) a basic understanding of religious and spiritual communities, and the teachings, practices, and dynamics of their traditions; (2) resources and rationales from within religious and spiritual communities and movements for dialogue, engagement, and cooperation; and (3) tools for intrareligious reflection and dialogue. See pages 97238 for more information.
variety of performance offerings throughout the the week. See pages 65 for more information.
EXHIBITS Exhibitor booths with vendors of every sort, booksellers, and representatives of a wide variety of religious, spiritual and service organizations sharing information about their work will be featured in the Multi-Use Room of the CCIB. See page 63 for more information.
INTERRELIGIOUS PROGRAMS A wide variety of programs focusing on: (1) structured opportunities for interreligious encounter and dialogue; (2) sharing the convictions and motivations for engaging with each other and the world; and (3) innovative methodologies for interreligious encounter, dialogue and cooperation. See pages 97-238 for more information.
ART GALLERY A fantastic collection of work by international artists will be on display in the lobby of the auditorium and the tunnel connecting the auditorium to the CCIB. Art from various cultures and origins will be included in the gallery, providing a moving visual expression of the spirit of the 2004 Parliament. See page 63 for more information.
ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS A wide variety of programs focusing on: (1) building capacity for religious and spiritual people, communities and organizations to collaborate with guiding institutions in service to a peaceful, just and sustainable future; (2) examples of successful programs and best practices that are adressing critical issues around the world; and (3) creative approaches and tools for effective dialogue and collaboration. See pages 97-238 for more information.
FILM-FOCUSED PROGRAMS We are pleased to offer a comprehensive line-up of filmfocused programs for our participants. See page 66 for more information.
MORNING OBSERVANCES Participate in religious or spiritual observances from your tradition or observe worship or sacred practices of another tradition. See pages 67-69 for more information.
SYMPOSIA Participate in a variety of Symposia, each exploring a particular topic or issue in greater depth over multiple days. Science and Religion, Religion and Human Rights, and Interfaith Education are among the many symposia that will be offered. See pages 47-62 for more information.
OPEN SPACE PROGRAMS Free time or opportunity to engage with participants from around the world on topics of special interest through facilitated "open space" dialogue and working sessions. Spaces are also available for meetings of groups, organizations, and delegations. See page 72 for more information.
PERFORMANCES The 2004 Parliament is not just lectures, workshops, seminars, and dialogues. It is also performances, music, dance, poetry, and drama! You'll find a tremendous
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