Parliament of Worlds Religion 2009 Melbourne Australia

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

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OFFSITE EVENTS (continued)
Stitches and Symbols: Substance and the Sacred Organisation: St Paul's Cathedral Description: A selection of ecclesiastical embroideries, garments, and decorative effects used in worship with
particular attention to the use of Christian symbols. Location: St Paul's Cathedral, 109 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Date:
Monday 7 December - Wednesday 9 December Time: 8.00 am - 6.00 pm Cost:
FREE Website: www.stpaulscathedral.org.au Accessibility: Tram, walk from MCEC
The Gothic Cathedral: A Sermon in Stone Organisation: Ecumenical and Interfaith Commission of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne and the Friends of St
Patrick's Cathedral Description: St Patrick's Catholic Cathedral in Melbourne is one of the finest Gothic revival cathedrals in the world. A
reflection on the spiritual meaning of the architecture and design of the Cathedral will be given, followed
by guided tours of the building. Location: St Patrick's Cathedral, Cathedral Place, East Melbourne Dates and Monday 7 December 2009; 10.00 am and 2.00 pm Times: Tuesday 8 December 2009. 10.00 am and 2.00 pm
Wednesday 9 December 2009; 10.00 am and 2.00 pm
Each session lasts one hour Cost:
FREE Bookings: David Schutz 9926 5708
ecumsdmelbourne.catholic.org.au Website: www.stpatrickscathedral.org.au/ Accessibility: Trams: 109 to Box Hill, 112 to West Preston
Please meet your guide at the front of the Cathedral (cnr MacArthur Street and Cathedral Place by the Cardinal Mannix statue).
Basic Principles and Practice of Tibetan Buddhism Organisation: Tara Institute Description: This session is presented by Damian Busby, an experienced Western teacher of Tibetan Buddhism,
Damian will explain some of the basic principles of Buddhism in simple terms and lead a quided non denominational meditation which will provide an opportunity for participants to experience a Buddhist
approach to deep contemplation. Location: Tara Institute. 3 Mavis Avenue, East Brighton Date:
Monday 7 December 2009 Time:
8.00 pm
FREE Bookings: Jill Lancashire 9596 7410 Website: www.tarainstitute.org.au Accessibility: Observe parking restrictions in Mavis Avenue. By train. Sandringham Line to North Brighton station and 10
minutes walk
Cost:
QUAKERSLINT VIGL JUSTICENCE
AUSTERIAS
Quaker Silent Vigil, Supporting Justice for Indigenous Australians Organisation: The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) Description: This vigil has been held every Monday for over 10 years. It is a visible sign to the Australian Community
that the concerns of Aboriginal Australians have been heard, and invites passers-by to become informed
and to participate to make a difference. Location: Bourke Street Mall, outside the old GPO, Corner Elizabeth & Bourke Sts, City Date:
Monday, 7 December 2009 Time:
12 noon-1.00 pm Cost:
FREE Enquiries: John 9893 3642 Website: www.rsfa.affiniscape.com Accessibility: Melway ret. 1A LS
Jain Education Jatematiena of the World's Religions