Editorial by Paul Chaffee
Five years ago this month, The Interfaith Observer was launched to share the wealth of stories, issues, and activities being generated by interfaith dialogue and relations all over the globe.
Brexit and the Interfaith Community
by Marcus Braybrooke
Four weeks ago, as I write at the end of July, I turned on my radio at 2:00 a.m. and heard the prediction that Brexit had won. It was hard to go back to sleep! For those who do not understand what Brexit means – and no one in Britain seems to – it was the vote in the June referendum for Britain to leave the European Union.
Farm the Land, Grow the Spirit
by Vicki Garlock
Each summer, a dozen or so young adults, ranging in age from 19-29, live in community at SPC. The program aims for a mix of international and American attendees and a mix of Jews, Muslims, and Christians.
Interfaith Collaboration in India Inspires Texas Collegians
by Mark Waters
I was touched when, across the language barrier, he asked for a photo with our group. Our McMurry University team was working on a Habitat for Humanity project in India. Our job was to help paint two mostly completed houses. The professional painter – who asked for the photo – was Muslim.
Talking with Strangers in Sacred Space
by Lynda Trono
This year’s NAIN (North American Interfaith Network) Connect began with a surprise. The theme was Espacio Sagrado, or, in English, Sacred Space. And for the first time in the 28 years of NAIN’s existence, its annual Conference was held in Mexico.
Seven Principles of Interfaith Engagement
by Jim Burklo
Here I offer some basic guidance about how people of different faiths can engage with each other in meaningful and productive ways. This advice is the product of 36 years of interfaith work, culminating in my present job as associate dean of the Office of Religious Life at the University of Southern California.
Hablando con Extraños en Espacio Sagrado
por Lynda Trono
Este año la Conexión NAIN (Red Inter-religiosa de Norteamérica) comenzó con una sorpresa. El tema fue Espacio Sagrado (Sacred Space). Y por primera vez en los 28 años de existencia de NAIN, su conferencia anual sucedió en Méjico.