Visiting cantor
to teach, perform
Temple Emanu-El welcomes Neil Newman as its cantor-in-residence. Newman comes from Beth El Synagogue in Minneapolis and is a graduate of Temple University, Gratz Hebrew College and Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion.
During Newman's stay as cantor-in-residence, Wednesday-Feb. 9, Newman will co-officiate Shabbat services with Rabbi Avi Magid, work with teachers in the School of Jewish Studies, teach a class in Torah cantillation and present a concert with Beebe Freitas. All events are free, except for the Jan. 15 event. Here is his schedule:
Jan. 15: Kabbalat Shabbat Service, 6 p.m.; dinner, 6:30 p.m.; "Conversation with Cantor Neil and Saranee Newman," 7:45 p.m. Cost: $12-$14. Reserve by Tuesday.
Jan. 16 and 30 and Feb. 6: Co-officiate traditional service, 10 a.m.
Jan. 17: "Learn to Chant Torah: Part I," 10 a.m.
Jan. 22 and 29 and Feb. 5: Co-officiate reform service, 8 p.m.
Jan. 24: "Learn to Chant Torah: Part 2," 10 a.m.
Jan. 30: Cantorial concert, 7:30 p.m.
Jan. 31: "Learn to Chant Torah: Part 3," 10 a.m.
Feb. 7: "Learn to Chant Torah: Part 4," 10 a.m.
For information, call 595-7521.
Buddhist Study Center, 1436 University Ave.: "Living and Dying in Buddhist Cultures," 7 p.m. Jan. 19. The discussion is Part 3 of a four-part forum titled "Buddhism and Social Action." The last discussion will be held next month. Free. For information, call Jaime at 524-9588.
Calvary Chapel, 1190 Nuuanu Ave.: Potluck and baptism, 12:30-4 p.m. tomorrow, Kapiolani Park, between Waikiki Shell and the bandstand. People with last names beginning with A-L bring a main dish (meat); M-Z, bring a side dish (salad, pasta, veggies, fruit, etc.). Also bring a blanket, mat or beach chair and own beverages.
Bible College Winter Quarter '99 begins Jan. 25. For applications and brochures, call 524-0844.
Registration is being taken for the "Inspiring Men" men's conference being held 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 6. Cost: $1. To register, call 524-0844.
Calvary Episcopal Church, 45-435 Aumoku St.: Annual meeting, 5 p.m. next Saturday. Potluck. People with last names beginning with A-J bring a side dish, salad, etc.; K-Z, bring a main dish. For information, call 247-2733.
Christian Science Church of Wahiawa, 1637 California Ave.: Nancy S. Pihl speaks on "Finding Our Way with God's Help," 3 p.m. tomorrow.
First Unitarian Church of Honolulu, 2500 Pali Highway: The Rev. Mike Young will preach on "How Wide Is Your Circle?" 10:15 am. tomorrow.
First United Methodist Church, 1020 S. Beretania St.: Administrative council meeting, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii, 215 N. Kukui St.: "Welcoming in the New Year" will be the sermon topic at the monthly service being held at 7 p.m. tomorrow. The service will be given in English and Japanese. For information, call 538-7778.
Makiki Christian Church, 829 Pensacola St.: "Wrestling with Angels" learning series will be held 9 a.m. Sundays beginning tomorrow and continuing through March 28 in the Lower Social Hall. The series features six videotapes, each focusing on controversial "life" questions. Small group discussions will follow.
Infant/child dedication will be held during the 10 a.m. service Jan. 17. Parents wanting to have their children participate should call the church at 594-6446.
Mililani Presbyterian Church, 95-410 Kuahelani Ave.: Dave Gudgel "Walks Through the Old Testament," 9 a.m.-4 p.m. next Saturday. Participants will be taken on a learning adventure through interactive activities. Cost: $15. Call 623-6663.
Religious Science Church of Honolulu, 1144 10th Ave.: "Co-creators with God" is the topic of the 10 a.m. service tomorrow in the Carnation Room at the Ala Moana Hotel.
"Stretton Smith's 4T Prosperity Program" will be held 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at 1144 10th Ave.
The "Spiritual Mind Treatment: The Nature of Effective Prayer," an eight-week program, will be held 7-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Feb. 23 at 1144 10th Ave. Cost: $80 for complete program if paid in full by Jan. 19; or $15 per class. For information, call 739-LOVE (5683).
St. Andrew's Cathedral, Queen Emma Square: "Alpha," a 10-week practical introduction to the Christian faith, will be held 6-9 p.m. Mondays through March 29 in the Von Holt Room. RSVP at 524-2822, ext. 213.
"Third Friday" music series features Dorothy Papadakos, organist for the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York, 7:30 p.m. Friday. For information, call 524-2822, ext. 223.
St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 93 N. Kainalu Drive: Adult education class focuses on Paul's letter to the Galatians, 7 p.m. Wednesday.
St. George's Episcopal Church, 511 Main St.: "Opening the Bible," an introduction, will be held 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays. For information, call 422-7888.
St. John Lutheran Church, 1004 Kailua Road: United Choral honors the Rev. Bruce Craft, 6:30 p.m. tomorrow.
Retirement dinner for the Rev. Bruce Craft, 7 p.m. Jan. 30, Kaneohe Marine Corps Base. To reserve, call 261-5787.
Spiritual Life Center: Linda Smith, a registered nurse from Colorado, will lead a two-level training program titled "Healing Touch Spiritual Ministry." Level I will be held Jan. 29-31, and Level II will be held Feb. 5-7. Cost: $175. To register, call Nancy Conley at 523-1170.
Waipahu United Church of Christ, 94-330 Mokuola St.: The Rev. Christopher K. Eng will preach on "What About Other Religions?" during the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services tomorrow.
