Events listed below are free or accept an unspecified donation unless otherwise noted. Summer religious programs for children will be listed in this weekly calendar two weeks before their beginning dates.

Orientation to Zen Practice, basic instruction in zazen (sitting meditation) and information on zen practice, 9 a.m.-noon today, Palolo Zen Center of the Honolulu Diamond Sangha. 735-1347.

"Is Your Name Written There?" program, presented by youth group with special music and message by Sean A.K. Nelson of 'Aiea High School, 10 a.m. tomorrow, Apostolic Faith (Jesus Coming Soon) Church, Kalihi. 847-5902.

Summer Recital Series, lunchtime worship and organ music, 12:05-1 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 29, St. Andrew's Cathedral; bring a lunch or buy one at the door for $5. 524-2822.

"Buddhism & The Twelve Steps," talk by Kevin Griffin, author of "One Breath At a Time," on how the teachings of Buddhism and 12-step recovery programs intersect, with guided meditation and a Q&A, 7-9 p.m. Friday, Unity Church. 722-9838.

"Hosanna '07," youth concert featuring the Kahikolu Church Youth Choir from Napo'opo'o on the Big Island, and cultural workshops on choral music, instruments, sacred sign, worship hula and story-telling, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. June 16, Kawaiaha'o Church; for ages 9 and above (young children must be accompanied by an adult); free, but reservations required, bring your own lunch. 623-5511.

"Magic, Intrigue and Illusion: Seeing Beyond the Costumes," workshop by Rebecca Gittrich Whitecotton, author of "Child of Mine, Know This," on the roles parents and children play and how to see themselves and each other through spiritual eyes, 10 a.m.-noon June 16, Unity Church of Hawaii; $5 ($10 for entire family). 735-4436.

Windward Christian Writers Group, give and receive constructive criticism on works in progress, discuss writing from a Christian perspective and learn about publishing opportunities, 10 a.m.-noon June 16, Faith Baptist Church, Kailua. 372-0274.

Open Discussion on Past Lives, for those who have wondered if they have lived before and what the benefits and pitfalls are of knowing about past lives, 10:30 a.m.-noon June 16, Honolulu Eckankar Center. 735-7719.

Real Heroes, Vacation Bible School where children, ages 5-12, learn how they can make a difference in the real world as envisioned by the United Nations at the Millennium Summit 2000, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. June 18-22, St. Andrew's Cathedral, Van Holt room; $50, includes field trips, lunches, snacks (scholarships available).

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to: Faith Calendar, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; faith@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Faith Cal" in subject line; or fax 525-8055.