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Free Community Talk: Understanding Islam Tue 25 June 10am

Ruth Goodenough from Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church

Dr Jonathan Lee is a social and cultural historian and a leading authority on eastern cultures and the history of Afghanistan where he lived and worked for many years. He has a PhD in Religious Studies from Leeds University and has authored of a number of books. Jonathan is a Fellow of both the Royal Asiatic Society and the British Institute of Persian Studies, and formerly a Fellow of the British Institute of Afghan Studies.
Jonathan and his wife attend the Mahurangi Presbyterian Church (Warkworth).
We are privileged to have Jonathan present an objective overview of Muslim belief and practices and how we can connect with our Muslim neighbours.

All welcome
Tuesday, 25th June 10am – 11.30am
Cost: free (but Koha appreciated)
Refreshments served
Hibiscus Coast Presbyterian Church
107 Centreway Road
Orewa

Enquiries: Church Office 09 426 4502 or Gaynor 027 274 2435

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