Interfaith Calendar

Reformation Day – Protestant Christian Anniversary of tradition and its emphasis on the place of the Bible and religious freedom. Public observation is the Sunday before October 31.

All Hallow’s Eve – Christian Christian celebration of mystery combining prayers and merriment involving children and families. It is a prelude to All Saint’s Day.

All Saints Day – Christian and Eastern Orthodox The Catholic and Protestant churches celebrate all believers, known and unknown, alive and dead. Note: The Eastern Church observes this holiday on a different date.

Veterans Day –National Observance Federal Holiday celebrating military veterans.

Birth of Baha’u’llah – Baha’i Baha’i celebration of the birth of their founder and teacher. Baha’u’llah is the Messenger of God. His teachings create the foundation of the Baha’i practice, which is the unity of people of all races and backgrounds.

Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom – Sikh Time of remembering the execution of Teg Bahadur by the Moghul Emperor in Indi

Day of the Covenant – Baha’i Baha’i celebration of the covenant given in the last will and testament of Baha’u’llah.

November ICGS Board Meeting Open to all, email secretary@sacramentointerfaith.org for further information.

Guru Nanak Dev Sahib’s Birthday – Sikh Day honoring the birth of the first Sikh teacher who lived from 1469-1539 c.e. There are sacred readings, prayers, hymns, and meals taken together.

Thanksgiving – Interfaith USA Interfaith Celebration of the created earth. Celebrated in the USA.

Saint Andrew’s Day – Christian Christian observance of the coming of Christianity to the area now known as Scotland. The martyrdom of St. Andrew is remembered as the season of advent is about to begin.

Advent – Christian Time of preparation for observing the birth of Jesus Christ. Advent is observed with the lighting of candles, display of wreaths, and special ceremonies. Advent anticipates the coming again to earth of Jesus Christ.