Services at Todmorden
Services at the church are now within the Interfaith tradition. Interfaith is a relatively recent development in the field of Modern Spirituality originating in the ecumenical movement in New York in the 1970s. It traces its lineage back through the mystical hearts of humanity’s spiritual paths, and inhabits the space between all the historical faiths.
As the church is a community church, filled with community activity, we welcome into it any bona fide faith communities which would not usually be allowed to use normal religious buildings. Do enquire if you think your group might fit here as well.
Interfaith has no set dogma, and is not a hierarchical organisation. Every person’s individual experiences and beliefs are respected, welcomed and included, and all faith paths are seen as being different routes to the same goal, that of Oneness. Our Interfaith services seek to incorporate the essence of all the other services into a monthly ceremony. They consist of texts and readings, silence and music, meditation and mantras, all within a setting of calmness and centredness, lasting about an hour.
Calendar for 2015
Apr 26 Growth
May 31 Blessings
Jul 5 Light
Aug 2 Chisti Sufi Evening of devotional chanting 6.00 – 10.00pm
. Please phone for details. ‘N.B.’Please note the date is changed to Saturday Aug 22nd, at 6.30
Oct 4 Love
Oct 25 Completion
Nov 1 Cancelled: Completion – refer to October 25
On each last Saturday of the month there is a Naqshbandi hour of traditional practices led by followers of Shiek Nazim 8.00pm.
Further Information:
Reverend Phil Parkinson
mobile 07730 337 300
email [email protected]
May 11, 2014 at 8:55 pm
I attended the 1st (ever) Interfaith Service at the Todmorden Unitarian Church on Sun 4th of May 2014. It was surprising and inspiring. I wish you all the best from my heart, and that more people discover this refreshing service on the 1st Sunday each month.