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19th World Religions Conference Victoria
Speakers
Baha`i Perspective
Ms. Adriene Carter
Ms. Adriene Carter
Adrienne Carter, a psychotherapist of international experience and co-founder of the Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees .
Christian Anglican Perspective
The Venerable Alastair Singh McCollum
The Venerable Alastair Singh McCollum
The Venerable Alastair Singh-McCollum, Incumbent of St John the Divine Anglican Church, Victoria. Alastair is also the Archdeacon for Ministry Discernment for the Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets.
Islam Perspective
Maulana Umran ul Haq Bhatti
Maulana Umran ul Haq Bhatti
Umran ul-Haq Bhatti is a Missionary of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at. Umran acquired his degree in Islamic Theology and Comparative Religions in 2013, Canada.He has served in Ghana,Atlantic Canada, and Toronto. During his 4 yrs in Atlantic Canada he was a monthly columnist writing for the local newspaper in removing misconception about the peaceful teachings of Islam and building bridges in the community. Currently he is the Imam of the Baitur Rehman Mosque in Delta, BC.He served as an Imam and Missionary for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in the Calgary branch at Baitun Noor Mosque from 2013- 2015.For the last 4 years he was serving Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Jamaica, West Indies, in the capacity of Missionary in Charge. He was recently appointed to serve the British Columbia chapters and the community based around Baitur Rahman Mosque.
Sikh Faith Perspective
Gurdeep Singh
Gurdeep Singh
Gurdeep Singh comes from a diversified background. He was born in Kenya andthen moved to London in an early age where he received his religious schooling while being associated with the Temple and Many Sages. He has been a prominent part of the Sikh community and has also been religiously and politically active in London before moving to Victoria 9 years ago. Gurdeep has traveled well to 5 continents and his experiences allowed him to be open minded and a free thinker.
Christianity (LDS) Perspective
Mrs. Elaine Hall
Mrs. Elaine Hall
Elaine Hall (nee Betts) was born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. She is married to Martin Hall; they have four children, and eight grandchildren. With an associate degree in business, Elaine chose to leave a budding career in health food marketing at the birth of their first son, to be a stay at-home mother. While raising their family with Martin, she remained active in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and over the past several decades Elaine has served in various capacities within the church including teaching seminary, leading the young women’s organization, participating in two volunteer missions in the Caribbean with her husband, and currently, serving as president of the Victoria Stake Relief Society – the Church’s organization for women. Elaine enjoys photography, creating photo and family history books, travelling and spending time with her family.
Jewish Faith Perspective
Rabbi Louis Sutker
Rabbi Louis Sutker
Rabbi Louis W. Sutker has served as Interim Rabbi and Holy Day Rabbi at Conservative, Reform and Jewish Renewal Congregations in Canada and the USA. He has served on the Chevrah Kadisha (Burial Group) and as Jewish Chaplain at the University of Victoria and the Victoria Interfaith Network. Rabbi Louis conducts weddings, funerals (unfortunately too many)and teaches courses in Talmud, Kabbalah, and other areas and also teaches Bar and Bat Mitzvah students. He enjoys creating new prayers, songs and innovative English translations of Hebrew Psalms and volunteers as part of the Spiritual group at Our Place..
Sikhism Perspective
Mr. Taranjot Singh Jainpuri
Mr. Taranjot Singh Jainpuri
Taranjot Jainpuri born and raised in the Sikh faith, which has always been a central part of his life. His love for Sikhism drives him to actively participate in various Sikh activities and events, where Taranjot had the privilege of volunteering and serving the community. His faith guides the values and actions, and he is passionate about sharing the teachings of Sikhism and engaging with others in meaningful ways.
Representing Metaphysical
Dr. Anneli Driessen
Dr. Anneli Driessen
Anneli has been at the forefront of personal and corporate change for over thirty years. Since 1978 she has been a successful clinical therapist, mentor and master certified coach (MCC) to CEOs and other C-level executives, and served clients in North and South America, Australia, Asia and Europe. Her book Spiritually-Based Leadership is a unique guide to assist individuals in accelerating personal and career performance by integrating divine principals as well as universal ethics rooted within most religious and spiritual traditions. Her most recent interest has been in exploring “Spiritual Intelligence” through a well-researched self-assessment tool, the SQ21 Model. Its 21 identified behavioral skills, which can be learned, are a superb fit with the goals of the Metaphysical Academy’s curriculum program, which “…is grounded in universal knowledge with practical hands-on application to meet everyday challenges and for fostering consciousness expansion and personal responsibility.”
and inspiration, Mylana and lives, breathes, works, and plays on Vancouver Island with her husband, community, and cat Mercury.
Hinduism Perspective
Mr. Onkar Hans
Mr. Onkar Hans
Onkar migrated from New Delhi, INDIA was born & brought up in Hindu Sanatan Dharama traditions. He is active member of Victoria Hindu Temple . He initiated into “Kriya Yga” as propounded by Shri Paramhhansa of India. Onkar is resident of Victoria BC.