Invitation to Candlelight Vigil

Tim Taylor · 05-20-2008, 12:11 PM

Open to anyone that may be interested in participating in the following candlelight
vigil being planned to express condolences and reflections on the recent
earthquake tragedy that took place in China. The event is being organized
by Pearl Fu who can be reached by calling 580-0341 or by email at
pearlfu@aol.com if you desire additional information on the event.

China is holding three days of mourning for the victims of the
earthquake.beginning Monday. We here in Roanoke would like to hold a
candlelight vigil to express our convalescence and reflections to the
tragedy.

Century Plaza: Home of the Roanoke Valley Sister cities Sculptures.
Lijiang, China will be the gathering point. between Kirk and Church Ave.
(Behind Center in the Square and across from the old Fire Station)

Wednesday, May 21st at 7 PM

Program:
Chinese Music specifically composed for the occasion
Reflections by Various religious leaders and individuals.
Dr. Bob Roth President of RVSC,
Pearl Fu: Founder/chair of Sister City Lijiang, China, Grandfather
was from Sichuan where the earthquake occurred. Daughter Colette is
near there on a Fullbright Scholarship.
Rebecca Chang ,Vice chair of Sister city China. Hometown Chengdu,
where earthquake struck.
Mien Wang, enthusiastic supporter and Tai Chi master
Leaders of various religion and beliefs
Public encouraged to speak their thoughts
Lighting of candles and prayers!

Donations deeply appreciated. Sent directly to the Chinese Embassy in
Washington DC

A joint effort by Roanoke Valley Sister Cities, the Roanoke Valley Chinese
Association. and "Local Colors"

For additional information, please contact Pearl Fu at 540 580 0341 e-mail
pearlfu@aol.com

Your presence and coverage will be deeply appreciated. WHITE is the
mourning color in China

05-20-2008, 12:11 PM	#1
Tim Taylor OSW Board Member Posts: 192	Invitation to Candlelight Vigil Open to anyone that may be interested in participating in the following candlelight vigil being planned to express condolences and reflections on the recent earthquake tragedy that took place in China. The event is being organized by Pearl Fu who can be reached by calling 580-0341 or by email at pearlfu@aol.com if you desire additional information on the event. China is holding three days of mourning for the victims of the earthquake.beginning Monday. We here in Roanoke would like to hold a candlelight vigil to express our convalescence and reflections to the tragedy. Century Plaza: Home of the Roanoke Valley Sister cities Sculptures. Lijiang, China will be the gathering point. between Kirk and Church Ave. (Behind Center in the Square and across from the old Fire Station) Wednesday, May 21st at 7 PM Program: Chinese Music specifically composed for the occasion Reflections by Various religious leaders and individuals. Dr. Bob Roth President of RVSC, Pearl Fu: Founder/chair of Sister City Lijiang, China, Grandfather was from Sichuan where the earthquake occurred. Daughter Colette is near there on a Fullbright Scholarship. Rebecca Chang ,Vice chair of Sister city China. Hometown Chengdu, where earthquake struck. Mien Wang, enthusiastic supporter and Tai Chi master Leaders of various religion and beliefs Public encouraged to speak their thoughts Lighting of candles and prayers! Donations deeply appreciated. Sent directly to the Chinese Embassy in Washington DC A joint effort by Roanoke Valley Sister Cities, the Roanoke Valley Chinese Association. and "Local Colors" For additional information, please contact Pearl Fu at 540 580 0341 e-mail pearlfu@aol.com Your presence and coverage will be deeply appreciated. WHITE is the mourning color in China