Light for Leeds
Sunday 17 November 12.00 – 16.00
Abbey House Museum, LS5 3EH
Representatives of all faiths and none join together in this annual celebration of what we have in common, in the Gatehouse Community Space. Featuring singing, a chance for contemplation, food, stallholders and an opportunity to join us on our dusk walk to the Chapter House to close the day. Drop in, free.
| Event held by | Leeds Museums and Galleries , Concord Leeds, Brahma Kumaris Leeds, GNNSJ Leeds, Churches Together in Leeds |
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| Venue accessibility | Assistance dogs permitted, Disabled toilet, Step-free access, Wheelchair access |
| Event categories | Arts/culture/music, Celebration or festival, Civic reception, Dialogue/discussion, Education/learning, Open door day |
| Important information | Programme (all timings are approximate) 12 noon Welcome 12.30 pm - 12.50pm: Sikh values: Guru Nanak’s message to the world (Lord Mayor arrives 1pm, departs at 2pm) 1pm: Lord Mayor welcome and Speech 1.10pm - 1.30 pm: Brahma Kumaris Flute recital and Reflection 1.35pm - 1.55pm: Singing of Christian Carols 2pm - 2.20pm: Cantor singing and talk on Mitzvah Day 2:20 pm - 2.40 pm: A talk on the meaning of the Asr (Afternoon Call to Prayer) 2.:40 pm - 3pm: Hindu Prayer for Peace and devotional singing 3pm - 3.20pm: Guided meditative walk around the garden 3.20 pm - 3.40 pm: Performance of Christian Carols 3:45 pm - 3.55 pm Dusk walk (to paved area at back of the Gate House) and personal choice of reflection/prayer/silence/meditation – Focus on Values 4.00 pm Closure and thanks |