South Tampa religion calendar

Congregation Rodeph Sholom, 2713 Bayshore Blvd.: The Sisterhood of Congregation Rodeph Sholom will host the 52nd annual Ann Zack Interfaith Tea and Reception on March 14 at the synagogue. This year's event will present ideas on instilling ethical commitment and religious faith in children and grandchildren. Rodeph Sholom Sisterhood member Joyce Hartmann Karpay will serve as moderator of a panel that will include the Rev. Douglas Remer of St. John's Episcopal Church, Rabbi Marc Sack of Congregation Rodeph Sholom, the Rev. Dr. Thomas Scott of the 34th Street Church of God and Father David Toups of Christ the King Catholic Church. The event is free. RSVP through March 7 by calling (813) 837-1911. Visit rsholom.org.

Shoresh David Messianic Synagogue, 4320 Bay to Bay Blvd.: Rabbi David Schneier will share his testimony at 7:30 p.m. today. Call (813) 389-1278.

New Beginnings Christian Church, 4100 S Manhattan Ave.: A food pantry is open 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays. Call (813) 837-3451.

Sunday morning mindfulness meditation: Join the Tampa Zen Center for traditional meditation at 9 a.m. Sundays at the Lotus Room, 1101 W Kennedy Blvd. Instruction for newcomers begins at 8:30. Visit tampa zencenter.org.

Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, 3501 San Jose St.: A tai chi class meets at 3:30 p.m. Mondays. Line dancing is at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Tuesdays. A walking group meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays. Call (813) 253-6047.