Ken Livingstone, London

26th May 2007

Greater London Authority Mayor’s Office City Hall, More London, The Queen’s Walk, London, SE1 2AA Vivienne Woolston Director Thursday’s Child Harewood Weston Road Upton Grey Basingstoke Hampshire RG25 2RH Dear Vivienne Please accept my best wishes for the “Thursday’s Child” multi – faith event at the West Ham Memorial Recreation Grounds on 7-8 July. I am pleased to send the following message of support for use in your event publicity: “I would like to send my best wishes to all taking part in the Thursday’s Child event. Londoners are proud to live in a city that welcomes and celebrates its diversity, where people of all faiths or none are free to live the lives they choose while respecting the rights of others to do the same. Therefore, I am pleased to offer my support for the aims of Thursday’s Child to encourage greater knowledge and understanding of all our diverse faiths. I wish the event every success”. Yours sincerely Ken Livingstone Mayor of London

Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh, Birmingham

1st May 2007

Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha (Birmingham) U.K. 13th November 2006 Vivienne Woolston Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of Faith PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne Further to our conversation I wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge your visionary concept and wish you success with your endeavours of “a Celebration of Faith”. Interfaith dialogue and action is truly critical at this difficult time and the thought of each and every faith under one roof enabling the public at large to understand one another more fully has to be encouraged and supported. We will be pleased as members of the Sikh community to be involved with your festival. Regards In God’s service Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh Chairperson, Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha (Birmingham) U.K.

Maureen Goodman, London

24th April 2007

Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University (UK) Vivienne Woolston Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of Faith PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU 21st March 2007 Dear Vivienne It was lovely to hear from you. It is good to see that your event planned for 7th and 8th of July in West Ham Park is developing so well. We have always felt that this would be a great opportunity to get people of different faiths to participate together in an event to explain the benefits, origins and principles of their faith in an informal way to the public and also to get closer to each other. We really see the benefit of such an event and are very happy to support you. Our specialities are in the field of meditation and workshop/talks. On behalf of the Brahma Kumaris, I would like to wish this project every success. Ingrid will be with you for the planning meeting on the 25th of April in London and I look forward to hearing from her how things are progressing. In love and peace Maureen Goodman Programme Director

Shaykh Ibrahim Mogra, London

23rd March 2007

THE MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN 13th March 2007 Ms Vivienne M Woolston Thursday’s Child PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne Thank you for meeting with Dr Muhammad Abdul Bari, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB) to discuss the Thursday’s Child project. It is a much needed exercise which will certainly add to the ongoing inter faith activities in the UK that have helped create a genuine climate of friendship and respect between diverse religious communities. I pray that this event will do the same and will also connect faith communities with those of no faith or religion. We look forward to participate not only over the anniversary weekend but also in the future. May I assure you of the Muslim Council of Britain’s full support. Thank you. Peace Shaykh Ibrhim Mogra Chair, Inter Faith Relations Committee The Muslim Council of Britain PO Box 57330 - London- E1 2WJ Tel 0845 2626786 – Fax 020 7247 7079 Email admin@mcb.org.uk – website http://www.mcb.org.uk

William E Chapman, London

23rd March 2007

10 DOWNING STREET LONDON SW1A 2AA www.pm.gov.uk From the Secretary for Appointments 22nd March 2007 Dear Ms Woolston The Prime Minister has asked me to thank you for your card and the papers with it about Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of Faith. I am very sorry that I have not replied before now. The Prime Minister has asked me to say that he very much regrets that the demands on his diary at the moment prevent him from meeting you. He has however asked me to send you his best wishes for your initiative. The aims of bringing together all the major faiths, in order to seek a better common understanding of different beliefs and to encourage greater mutual respect, is a vitally important one. The Prime Minister hopes that the event will be truly successful and have a lasting and beneficial effect on all those who participate and on their wider communities as well. Yours sincerely William Chapman Vivienne Woolston

Ramesh Kallidai, London

12th February 2007

Hindu Forum Britain 9th February Vivienne M Woolston Thursday’s Child PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne “Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of Faith” is an excellent initiative that will enhance the work of the inter faith community’s belief that human beings from all religions can work harmoniously together in our world. The Hindu Forum of Britain would like to offer our support and best wishes for this important project as it complements the Hindu values of inclusivity and mutual respect Yours sincerely Ramesh Kallidai, General Secretary

Paul R. Clarke, London	12th February 2007
Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund Vivienne Mary Woolston Thursday’s Child PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU 8th February 2007 Dear Ms Woolston I have much pleasure in enclosing a cheque for £2,000 to go towards the work of Thursday’s Child. This is sent with the good wishes of the Trustees of the Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund Yours sincerely Paul R. Clarke

Office of the Chief Rabbi, London

25th January 2007

Office of the Chief Rabbi Adler House 735 High Road London N12 0US 22nd January 2007 To Whom It May Concern: Dear Sirs We are pleased to have the opportunity to wish Ms Vivienne Woolston and the project, Thursdays – Child every success in their efforts to further interfaith relations. There is much work to be done in this area and we look forward to hearing about the project as it develops Yours faithfully Syma Weinberg (Mrs) Executive Director, Office of the Chief Rabbi

Alfred Agius, London

21st January 2007

Westminster Interfaith Maria Assumpta Centre 23 Kensington Square London W8 5HN 4th December 2006 Vivienne Woolston Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of Faith PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne Further to our meeting earlier this year I wish to take this opportunity to acknowledge your wonderful concept and wish you success with your endeavours of “a Celebration of Faith” such a visionary idea. I was delighted that you were able to join our Inter Faith Pilgrimage in June and enjoyed greatly viewing the filming that was undertaken that day. Inter faith dialogue and action is truly critical at this difficult time and the thought of each and every faith under one roof enabling the public at large to understand one another more fully has to be encouraged and supported. On behalf of Westminster Interfaith I am pleased to be associated with the inter faith festival in London over the weekend of 07/07/07 and look forward to participating in some meaningful capacity I look forward to hearing your progress in the fullness of time. Yours sincerely Alfred Agius Director Westminster Interfaith

Guy Wilkinson, London

21st January 2007

The Church of England Lambeth Palace London SE1 7JU 18th January 2007 Ms Vivienne Woolston Director Thursday’s Child – a celebration of faith PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne I am very pleased to know that at this beginning of the year, you have been able to make such progress in taking forward Thursday’s Child. It is a real tribute to your vision, energy and desire for the common good of our society that you have brought the initiative to this point. It is an initiative which is now well established in the minds of a wide range of people, across the churches and Faith communities, and I am sure that it will continue successfully. I have no hesitation in commending Thursday’s Child to the dioceses and parishes of the Church of England and I have brought it to the attention of the Archbishop of Canterbury who sends his support and encouragement to you and those working with you. It is initiatives of this kind which grow from the hearts of individuals such as yourself, rather than from committees of experts, which represent the real hope for a society in which people of different religious faiths and none can live together in respect and appreciation of each other With all good wishes Canon Guy Wilkinson The Archbishop of Canterbury’s Secretary for Inter Faith Relations

Malcolm Stonestreet, Cumbria

19th November 2006

United Religions Initiative UK 9th June 2006 Vivienne Woolston PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne The Trustees of the United Religions Initiative recently considered your project – Thursday’s Child. Firstly they wish you well in the ambitious and appropriate piece of work. Further they would like to be involved in supporting you – albeit they are themselves in a highly demanding developmental phase of their own work. Certainly we hope to see a fruitful link between our websites and we would hope to be present for the great occasion and staff a stand and provide an exhibition, probably our photographic exhibition – Spirit of the Nation. We send you greetings and prayers for this noble contribution to our nation. Yours sincerely Malcolm Stonestreet Chief Executive URI UK

Bryan Appleyard, London

19th November 2006

The Buddhist Society 26th June 2006 Ms V Woolston Thursday’s – Child PO Box 6677 Basingstoke RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne This letter is to reaffirm my statement of your website. Your vision to establish a multi-faith event on 7th July 2007 in the aftermath of the tragic incidents in London last summer is truly commendable and deserving of success. The Buddhist Society could be acknowledged as a precursor of the inter faith movement in this Country as it is almost unique in embracing the main traditions of Buddhism. This is a very rare quality in any religion. As the Society’s representative for twelve years on the Inter Faith Network, it has been heartening to witness the remarkable growth of friendship and understanding between faiths during that time. On the 14th July last year, I was a guest of the Mayor of London on the steps of Trafalgar Square for the observance of the Two Minute’s Silence to commemorate the tragedy of a week earlier. This was a profoundly moving experience and I am sure your event next year will re-capture the spirit of that occasion. The Society looks forward to participating in 7/7/07 by staffing a stand over that weekend. As the oldest and most distinguished Buddhist organisation in Europe and one of the oldest in the western world, The Buddhist Society is pleased to support you in your noble endeavour, in the hope that it will contribute to a safer and more peaceful world. Yours sincerely Bryan Appleyard Vice-President & Chairman

Dr Brian Walker, London

19th November 2006

Religions for Peace (UK) 4th July 2006 Ms Vivienne Woolston Director Thursday’s Child – a celebration of faith Dear Vivienne As we approach the first anniversary of the London Bombings horror, we at Religions for Peace (UK) recognise the need to allow those who mourn the time and space to remember loved ones in their own special ways. Individuals who continue to be affected by those terrible acts deserve support and comfort as they seek to come to terms with their suffering. We also understand the needs of the peace-loving vast majority of people, from communities of diverse faiths, to draw strength from a common belief that we should all live together in harmony. Moreover, we share your concern that, as time passes, faith communities should share with each other all that is good in the spirit, values and traditions of our own particular faith. We are, therefore, delighted to support your vision for a celebration of faith that allows the faithful to come together, sensitive to the hurt that remains, and show the world that people of different faiths can live together and act together in peace. We wish you every success and we offer you our help in making “a celebration of faith” a reality in 2007. With love and peace Dr Brian Walker Director Religions for Peace (UK)

Dr Natubhai Shah MBBS, PhD, London	19th November 2006
Jain Sangha of Europe 10th July 2006 Dear Vivienne Thursday’s Child – a celebration of faith is a brilliant idea for the community cohesion involving children. We will support the event. We will present to our members when the programme is finalised with a view to participate in it. With Kind Regards Yours sincerely Dr Natubhai Shah MBBS, PhD Chairperson Jain Sangha of Europe (received via email)

Judith Fienieg, London

19th November 2006

Local Spiritual Assembly of Tower Hamlets Baha’is 21st September 2006 Dear Vivienne We have had some more internal consultations as well as a discussion with Barney Leith and I am pleased to tell you that the Local Spiritual Assembly of Tower Hamlets have decided to support the Thursday’s Child event in July 2007 As mentioned in our minutes of the meeting held on the 13th June, we have the ability to assist you with a selection of, or all of the following activities: Stand with staffing, books and brochures Speaker for (for example) 20 minute talk Tranquility Zone Artistic contributions, such as a choir, music, dance etc Art exhibition We may also be able to do a children’s classes or junior youth class, depending on human resources After your funding comes through, we should consult again and the community will make a decision of our contributions. We can then start preparing for our contributions. With loving greetings On behalf of the Local Spiritual Assembly of Tower Hamlets, Judith Fienieg (This extract represents the essence of the letter received via email)

Jon Benjamin, London

19th November 2006

The Board of Deputies of British Jews 3rd October 2006 To Whom It May Concern Dear Sirs, Vivienne Woolston has approached the Board of Deputies of British Jews regarding her project for interfaith co-operation and harmony. We had a very pleasant and productive meeting with Ms Woolston at our offices and are naturally sympathetic to her objectives and tactics. We wish her all success in her venture Yours faithfully, Jon Benjamin Chief Executive

Hanif Abdulmuhit, London

19th November 2006

Islamic Society of Britain 11th October 2006 Vivienne, May I take this opportunity to congratulate you and your team for one of the most creative ideas I have come across in many years. In the current climate of misunderstanding, war and negative stereotyping of communities, I believe your efforts in trying to build bridges and help in the process of understanding is commendable. May God help you in your efforts to unite His children and make this world a better place to live. And in this endeavour our prayers and support are with you. Best wishes, Hanif Abdulmuhit General Secretary, Islamic Society of Britain (received via email)

Paurushasp B. Jila, Middlesex

19th November 2006

Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe (Incorporated) 18th October 2006 Vivienne Woolston Director Thursday’s Child – a Celebration of faith Ltd PO Box 6677 Basingstoke, RG24 4DU Dear Vivienne Support from Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe for Thursday’s Child The Managing Board of the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe have discussed the “Thursday’s Child – a celebration of faith” event and we feel that it is indeed an Interfaith event which we would be keen to participate in. The Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe are already active in Interfaith circles and we place great importance on such activities and events which promote understanding and tolerance between all faiths. As per your request the Zoroastrian Trust Funds of Europe will participate in the celebration of Thursday’s Child on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th July in 2007 at the ExCel Centre by:- I. A group of Zoroastrians managing a stand at the event II. A Zoroastrian speaking for 20 minutes at a time to explain the Zoroastrian faith III. We will try to provide a group to sing within an artistic manner in celebration of the Zoroastrian faith IV. Zoroastrian Mobeds (Priest) will recite prayers in a quiet room set aside for different faith. V. Zoroastrians will manage a workshop and lead a discussion group VI. Thursday’s Child will be advertised within the ZTFE (Inc) circular and web site encouraging Zoroastrians to attend the event at the Excel Centre. The leaflets that you initially posted are already displayed in the reception area of the Zoroastrian Centre. Furthermore, to reaffirm our commitment, The Managing Board of the ZTFE have pledged £1001.00 towards the event should the event go ahead. The ZTFE (Inc) is aware that our donation is small in the overall budget but the Zoroastrians are the smallest of the nine faith communities in the UK, numbering around 5000 and all our funds are raised from within our community. Looking forward to your progress report and wishing you all the best! Yours sincerely Paurushasp B. Jila