Dialogue Circle: Islam & Interfaith Relationship-Building

Halfway through the holy month of Ramadan Muslims continue to fast from first light until sundown, abstaining from food and drink. The fasting during this time is regarded principally as a method of self purification. By denying oneself the worldly comforts of life and things desired for , a fasting person gains true sympathy with those who go hungry as well as growth in one's spiritual life.

The holy month of Ramadan unites all Muslims in fasting, worship and prayer. It is a time for contemplation, spirituality and brotherhood. In honor of all Muslim peacemakers and in solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters who are observing Ramadhan, The Peacemakers' Circle organized an afternoon of

SOLIDARITY & DIALOGUE with Muslim and Christian grassroots community leaders From Quiapo, Tala in Caloocan, Culiat and Maharlika Village in Taguig & MR. IKEBAL PATEL of the AUSTRALIAN FEDERATION OF ISLAMIC COUNCILS on Islam & Interfaith Relationship-Building Date: August 31 (Tuesday) Time: From 2-4 o'clock in the afternoon Venue: Ugnayan Hall, PhilDHRRA Partnership Center, 59 C. Savador St., Varsity Hills, Loyola Heights, QC. PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES: 1:30 p.m. - Arrival & Registration 2:00 - Opening Interfaith Prayers - Welcome & Introductions 2:15 - WHAT RAMADAN MEANS TO MUSLIMS by IMAM MAJ. EBRA MOXSIR, President of the Imam Council of the Philippines 2:30 - Presentation of relationship-building efforts by Muslims & Christians working together in various grassroots communities in Metro Manila 3:00 - BEING A MUSLIM PEACEMAKER IN A MULTI- RELIGIOUS & CULTURALLY DIVERSE SOCIETY by MR. IKEBAL PATEL, Australian Federation of Islamic Councils 3:15 - Dialogue Circle 4:00 - Closing Prayer