Seabrook Hosts Speakers Series on Sacred Writing of Major Religious Traditions

The Pastoral Ministries Department at Seabrook Retirement Community presented an Interfaith Spirituality Series titled “Sacred Writing of Major Religious Traditions” in October. More than 100 residents attended the lectures held on Thursday night throughout the month.

“The series promotes dialogue and understanding of different faiths,” said Pastoral Ministries Manager David Bowman.

On October 20, Dr. Ali Chaudry, visiting lecturer at Rutgers University, discussed the writings of the Qur’an, the holy book for Muslims. The series also include lectures by Rabbi Marc Kline of Monmouth Reformed Temple, who gave a presentation on the Torah and Dr. Ved Chaudhary, president of Educators' Society for Heritage of India, who spoke about the Bhagavad Gita, the sacred writings of the Hindu Tradition. On October 27, Dr. Johann Vento, professor of Religious Studies at Georgian Court University, gave a presentation on the Christian scriptures.

“We had a great turnout for the series,” said Bowman. “Thank you to all our speakers for sharing their knowledge with the Seabrook community.

Seabrook Pastoral Ministries Department serves residents of all faiths by facilitating worship services, offering counseling and coordinating activities that foster spiritual growth.