People of all faiths (or none at all) are warmly invited to this annual interfaith series that promotes dialogue, mutual understanding, and collaboration on topics of spirituality. On first Tuesdays, October through May, local leaders initiate conversations about their spiritual traditions and address the theme, “Spirituality in the City.”

First Tuesdays is co-sponsored by The Jesuit Church of the Immaculate Conception, Loyola Institute for Ministry, The Catholic Book Store, and Holy Name of Jesus Church. It is guided by an interreligious steering committee.  All presentations begin at 12:30 in Lenes Hall, 130 Baronne Street, the parish center of Jesuit Church, and include a simple lunch that starts at 12:15. All are welcome. Admission is free. Parking is available at parking meters on the street as well as at the many downtown lots and garages.

January 5 Speaker

Mahmoud Khalifa

Imam, Masjid Omar

Westbank Muslim Association

Theme: “What does Islam really teach?”

February 2 Speaker

Edward Cohn

Rabbi, Temple Sinai