Can you pass a basic test of religious knowledge? A new study by Pew Research indicates that most Americans cannot and lack basic religious literacy. In an increasingly interconnected and diverse world, acquiring religious literacy is important. One way to get better acquainted with other religions is the become better acquainted with people of different faiths, through interfaith gatherings and events! READ MORE (Deseret News) ...
A Festival of Faiths
For the past seven years, the Muslim community of Indianapolis has hosted the Festival of Faiths. The theme of this year's festival, which will take place on September 22, is "Embracing Religious Diversity," and people of all faiths are encouraged to attend and come together in unity. READ MORE (Indianapolis Recorder) ...
“Nothing can be accomplished if we work separately…”
The 10th Religions for Peace World Assembly launched on August 20 in Germany, drawing faith leaders from across the world and of every religious background. A common theme of the gathering was the need for unity and the need to look beyond the issue impacted our own faith communities to those impacting others. Learn more about what was discussed at this meeting at the link below. READ MORE (NCR) ...
We’re All In This Together: The Solace of Interfaith
Read this touching and important perspective on interfaith work and friendships and the solace those relationships and connections can bring during times of trouble and tragedy. As the author states, "Being a part of interfaith has shown me that we are all in this together and we can and will make a difference." READ MORE (Reflector) ...
Teachers Commit to Learning about Religion
Religious literacy is an important skill in our changing and increasingly diverse world, but teaching religion in school can be tricky. Teachers in the Washington, D.C. area recently took courses to help them build their knowledge of world religions and also improve their methods for teaching their students about this crucial topic. READ MORE (Washington Post) ...
