Multifaith Alliance – First Event of the Year!

Dear friends and fans of Multifaith,

Megan, Rola, and April are back and at it again! Join us as we begin our 2010 – 2011 year!

For our first event, our topic will be the “Ground Zero Mosque” controversy. We’ll talk about the conflict in the media, discuss the role and future of Islam in America, definitions of American-ness and citizenship, and explore the ways in which religious and ethical traditions can build relationships towards peace.

To get you reading, thinking, and talking about the issues, here are some articles to get you started! Some are inspiring. Some are funny. Some are heartbreaking. But all of them will get you ready to come and chat!

http://www.thedailybeast.com/blogs-and-stories/2010-08-17/ground-zero-mosque-controversy-america-has-disgraced-itself/full/

http://www.cnn.com/2010/POLITICS/08/13/obama.islamic.center.support/index.html

http://www.cnn.com/2010/US/09/07/florida.quran.burning/index.html?iref=allsearch

http://religion.blogs.cnn.com/2010/08/23/religious-leaders-speak-out-against-international-burn-a-quran-day-2/?iref=allsearch

http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/eboo_patel/2010/08/we_need_george_bush.html

http://www.theonion.com/articles/man-already-knows-everything-he-needs-to-know-abou,17990/

http://www.doveworld.org/blog/ten-reasons-to-burn-a-koran

In the warm and cozy environment of our interfaith chapel, free dinner is served and newcomers are always encouraged! We’d love to see you there!

As always, Multifaith Alliance is committed to interfaith discussion, education, service, and activism. Through exploring sacred and challenging topics, educating ourselves on global faith systems and cultures, and dedicating ourselves to interfaith service in our communities, we strive to improve religious pluralism, understanding, and unity.

And remember, please note that there are absolutely no criteria required for membership – Multifaith Alliance is open to individuals of any religious affiliation, spiritual journey, or faith perspective (including none at all).