what is an islamic state?

UPDATED:  this is a private forum organised by a church, thus it is open to church members only.

NOTE:  STRICTLY FOR NON MUSLIMS ONLY!
(gotta put this in, in case this affect the sensitivties of muslims, see. so if you are a sensitive or extremist muslim, please do not read further)

specially for catholics! come and listen to dr azmi sharom on what is an islamic state from the legal definition. apart from dr azmi, there will be 2 other speakers. details as follows:

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The Parish Human Development Committee (PHDC) of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit is organising a forum themed “Islamization of Malaysia”. Three speakers have been invited to speak at the forum:

Date     : 20th January 2008, Sunday
Time     : 7.30pm
Venue  : Dewan Holy Spirit at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Green Lane, Penang

Speakers:
•          Dr. Azmi Sharom – Dr. Azmi Sharom is an Associate professor of Law Faculty, University of Malaya and Star Columnist (Brave New World) who will speak on the legal definitions of an Islamic State, the need to retain Common Law versus Syariah Law and on the use of the word ‘Allah’ by non-muslims.

•          Mr. Baldev Singh, Chairman of Catholic Lawyers’ of Penang Diocese who will speak on the pitfalls and problems of converting in and out of Islam

•          Fr. Francis Anthony, parish priest of the CHS who will speak on how Catholics can respond to these issues in a fair and peaceful manner.

There will be Q&A after the speakers had spoken from the floor.

Between the three speakers, we believe the members of our church will be able to understand with greater clarity what is happening in our country today, why it is happening and how best they can respond to it.

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so remember, catholics out there in penang, do come and attend the forum ok. don’t miss this chance!