At one time, there was next to nothing about Muslims in the archives of the Brooklyn Historical Society, but that has changed thanks to the work of historians, who have collected oral histories from 54 Brooklyn Muslims. This information forms the basis for a new art exhibition. Read more at the link below!
Interfaith Community of Brooklyn Commemorates 9/11
On the 18th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, which claimed the lives of thousands, the interfaith community of Brooklyn, New York came out to remember the victims and pray for peace.
Gaining Religious Literacy
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)Muslim Civic Engagement in Memphis
American Muslims are patriotic Americans who enthusiastically take part in the political process. On National Muslim Voter Registration Day many Muslim Americans took the opportunity to register to vote, including members of the Muslim community of Memphis, TN.
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