WELCOME

Building Bridges in Burnley is the premier interfaith organisation of Burnley. Our vision is to achieve a shared sense of belonging amongst the people of Burnley. A community that embraces its rich and diverse cultural heritage, ethnicities and faiths.

Our Aim is to create opportunities for people to discuss shared values and understand and celebrate differences. We advocate diversity and promotes social cohesion through interfaith activities.

'Interaction with a willingness to listen. To go beyond Tolerance and achieve true Understanding of each other's Truth.' (Dr Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury, during his 2009 visit to Burnley)

LATEST NEWS

30th June 2010

Face 2 Faith

The aim of the Face 2 Faith, Share Faith, Share Food events is to bring Chrisitan and Muslim women together every few months. The women bring food along to share with each other and then spend the evening discussing whatever issue they chose. This event was attended by 40 women, with 15 apologies, which means that more and more women are attending and taking an interest in the subject. If you are interested in attending a future event, visit back to check the date or contact Kath Bill, 01282 413599.

12th July 2010

Amazing Journeys

The aim of the event was to commemorate the Prophet Muhammad's Night of Ascension, and also take the opportunity to look at 'Ascension' from an interfaith perspectice. Click here to read the full story.