Premium, fresh cut, Frasier fir Christmas trees (2 to 12 feet), wreaths and fresh garland arrive this week at First UU Church located at 5212 Claiborne Ave. (at Jefferson). All proceeds go to support First UU Church and its various social justice and community service programs. Continue reading »
The Bayou Bell Choir (via https://m.facebook.com/St-Andrews-Handbell-Choir-901526643306513/)
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will host the Bayou Bell Choir from Lake Charles on Saturday afternoon, playing over 18 selections of songs from favorite films and Broadway stages. The free hour program will be followed by a brief question and answer period and reception with refreshments. Continue reading »
From left, Imam Mubasher Ahmed of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, U.S. Attorney Kenneth Polite, and Jeffery Sallet, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI New Orleans, all spoke Tuesday night at Loyola University. (Robert Morris, UptownMessenger.com)
The terrorists who call themselves the “Islamic State” are abusing the name of a religion that teaches peace and tolerance, creating a cycle of misunderstanding and fear that only feeds the violence, Muslim leaders and federal law enforcement officials said in a forum Tuesday night at Loyola University. Continue reading »
(via nojcc.org)
The Jewish Community Center will celebrate Purim with its 47th annual Adloyadah. The carnival takes place on Sunday, March 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at their Uptown facility, located at 5342 St. Charles Ave. The free and open event will offer music, food, games, and activities for all ages. Continue reading »
Congregation Temple Sinai will present tenor Bryan Hymel in concert on Sunday, March 13, at 6 p.m. The concert, “Love Infinite”, will benefit the Rabbi Emeritus Chair of Temple Sinai,Rabbi Edward Paul Cohn, and the Cantor Colman Concert fund of New Orleans. Continue reading »
St. Charles Ave. Baptist Church will host its 22nd Annual Jazz Service this Sunday, Feb. 7. The service, led by Dr. Michael White and the Original Liberty Jazz Band, begins at 9 a.m. at the church, located at 7100 St. Charles Ave. The worship service is free and open to all, and a king cake reception will follow.
(via St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church)
Sixth Baptist Church (via Sylvain Solutions)
The #STOPPOVERTY Summit is an event that honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by highlighting his work in organizing the Poor Peoples Campaign. The event will take place at Sixth Baptist Church, located at 928 Felicity Street, from 9 a.m. to noon this Saturday, Jan. 16, and it will include guest speakers, interactive dialogue, and information on successful strategies in the reduction of poverty.
(via Mount Zion Lutheran Church)
The Mount Zion Lutheran Church is hosting a living nativity scene of Jesus Christ this Saturday, December 19. The event will feature caroling and is free and open to the public. Continue reading »
(courtesy of New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity)
Trinity Episcopal Church will host the third annual Christmas concert for local sax player and bandleader Calvin Johnson, this Sunday, December 20. The Christmas concert titled “Calvin Johnson with Strings Winter Wonder Jam: a Benefit for New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity” is free and will feature special guests Glen David Andrews and the Dirty Dozen Brass Band. Continue reading »
(via irishnetworkneworleans.org)
The St. Alphonsus Catholic Church will host an Irish Christmas party presented by the Irish Network New Orleans (IN-NOLA) this Saturday, December 12. The event is free for IN-NOLA members and children, and members may bring guests for $10 per guest. Continue reading »
(via St. Paul’s United Church of Christ )
St. Paul’s United Church of Christ will host a free Christmas concert this Saturday, Dec. 12, featuring performances by The Shades of Praise Gospel Choir, pianist Mark Coleman, and guitarist Todd Duke. The concert will be free and open to the public. Continue reading »
(via St. Paul’s UCC)
Ryan S. Rodgers (via NOPD)
(image via centralstmatthewucc.com)
First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans will be hosting its inaugural Rummage Fest this Saturday, featuring all sort of merchandise for sale, as well as live piano music and a bake sale. Continue reading »
