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A historic visit to Ukraine by leaders of the world’s faiths on April 12

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A historic visit to Ukraine by leaders of the world’s faiths on April 12

A high-level delegation of religious leaders will pay a historic visit to refugee camps and the city of Chernivtsi, Ukraine this week. “In times of crisis, friendship and solidarity are offered. Elijah Interfaith Institute’s vision of “Friendship Across Religions [https://elijah-interfaith.org/addressing-the-world/make-friends]” finds concrete expression in the

World Faith leaders urge peace in Ukraine

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World Faith leaders urge peace in Ukraine

Faith leaders met in Jerusalem on Monday, March 21 and called for peace in Ukraine. The interfaith gathering followed the delivery of an interfaith letter to Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill, calling on him to use his close connection with Russian President Putin to request that he take immediate steps to

Canadian Religious Leaders issue statement on the second anniversary of the pandemic

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Canadian Religious Leaders issue statement on the second anniversary of the pandemic

Canadian religious leaders have issued a statement on the second anniversary of the pandemic inviting Canadians, “to pause, grieve for what we have lost, celebrate our moments of joy, and reflect on the path ahead.” Religious institutions are being invited to observe 11-21 March 2022 as a Canada-wide period of

Canadian faith communities celebrate Interfaith Harmony Week

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Canadian faith communities celebrate Interfaith Harmony Week

On February 23, the National Muslim Christian Liaison Committee (NMCLC) held its annual event to celebrate World Interfaith Harmony Week. The event themed, “Bridging Our Divides: Fostering Inclusivity and Positive Engagements,” was held virtually and attended by Canadians from across the country. “We thank all member organizations for sponsoring and

'The Power of Proclamations' video released

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'The Power of Proclamations' video released

The World Interfaith Harmony Week Toronto Steering Committee [https://www.interfaithtoronto.ca/events.html] has announced the release of its video, “The Power of Proclamations.” The video is a call out to grassroots faith leaders and organizations around the world, and is designed to help people to organize events in

Stories matter: AnOther Story platform launched

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Stories matter: AnOther Story platform launched

The Canadian Interfaith Conversation [https://www.interfaithconversation.ca/] (CIC) is calling for story contributions for a Canada-wide interfaith project as the world marks UN World Interfaith Harmony Week 2022. “In this time of great division, we know that stories matter: The stories we tell and the stories that remain untold

World Interfaith Harmony Week to be celebrated around the world

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World Interfaith Harmony Week to be celebrated around the world

The annual United Nations observance is February 1-7. Faith communities around the world are participating in this global celebration of religious pluralism. Based on A Common Word Initiative [https://michellesingh.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=eda97b8a53e46be3629385bc3&id=de096b4229&e=a45c5b8382] , World Interfaith Harmony Week was first proposed

A Season of Celebrating with Others

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A Season of Celebrating with Others

By Brian Carwana We are in the midst of a season of religious holidays. From November through early January, many religious traditions have celebrations marking key events in their stories, often holding up light amidst the darkness engulfing the northern hemisphere. This, my friends, is a great opportunity! An opportunity

Imam Saffet Abid Catovic appointed to head ISNA Interfaith & Community Alliances Office

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Imam Saffet Abid Catovic appointed to head ISNA Interfaith & Community Alliances Office

The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) recently announced the appointment of Imam Saffet Abid Catovic to head its Washington, DC Office for Interfaith, Community Alliances, and Government Relations. "We are thrilled to welcome Imam Saffet back into the ISNA family in his new leadership role as he revives,

Alberta’s Christians and Muslims engage in dialogue

Alberta’s Christians and Muslims engage in dialogue

Edmonton’s Al Rashid Mosque hosted the eight annual interfaith gathering of ‘A Common World Alberta (ACWAB)’ [http://acwalberta.ca/] on Saturday, October 30th and Christians and Muslims came together for a day of dialogue and building friendships. A Common World Alberta (ACWAB) has played a quiet but impactful role

Global Parliament of the World's Religions host thousands online

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Global Parliament of the World's Religions host thousands online

On Saturday, October 16th at 7 pm ET, the 2021 Parliament of the World's Religions kicked off its 8th global Convening of interfaith activists, religious leaders, scholars, and practitioners from all the world's faiths to address the theme: "Opening Our Hearts to the World: Compassion

‘Future generations will never forgive us’: Pope Francis and 40 faith leaders issue urgent call to combat climate change

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‘Future generations will never forgive us’: Pope Francis and 40 faith leaders issue urgent call to combat climate change

An urgent call was made on Monday by Pope Francis and 40 faith leaders warning of the “grave threat” facing the world from climate change. They made the appeal on Oct. 4 in a joint message [https://press.vatican.va/content/salastampa/it/bollettino/pubblico/2021/10/04/0627/01342.

Duo brings energy to interfaith ministry

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Duo brings energy to interfaith ministry

By Martha Holmen Anglicans in the diocese looking to make connections with other faith communities have two new advocates to help them. The Rev. Roshni Jayawardena, incumbent of Trinity-St. Paul, Port Credit, and the Rev. Jeff Nowers, associate priest at St. Aidan, Toronto, are the diocese’s new co-coordinators of

‘Listen to the cry of the earth’: Top three Christian leaders issue climate appeal ahead of U.N. summit

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‘Listen to the cry of the earth’: Top three Christian leaders issue climate appeal ahead of U.N. summit

Pope Francis, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and Orthodox Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew recently issued a joint statement calling for action to address climate change and social inequity. In "A Joint Message for the Protection of Creation," [https://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/sites/abc/files/2021-09/Joint%20Statement%20on%20the%

Islamophobia: What Christians Should Know (and Do) about Anti-Muslim Discrimination

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Islamophobia: What Christians Should Know (and Do) about Anti-Muslim Discrimination

Arson and vandalism at houses of worship. Bullying at schools and harassment at the grocery store. Political scapegoating and institutionalized discrimination. Muslims in the United States--and beyond--have faced Islamophobia in a range of forms. Jordan Denari Duffner in her ground-breaking book, ‘Islamophobia: What Christians Should Know (and Do) about Anti-Muslim

Inherited Responsibility to Face Evils of of Racism, Xenophobia, Religious Nationalism

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Inherited Responsibility to Face Evils of of Racism, Xenophobia, Religious Nationalism

June 25, 2021 Statement of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton Dear people of Peace, and fellow children of the Creator, Yet again, in what has become a disturbingly regular occurrence, two Muslim women wearing hijabs were attacked in Alberta, this time in the community of St. Albert just outside of

Muslim's Response to Indigenous National Day of Prayer

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Muslim's Response to Indigenous National Day of Prayer

This Prayer is being offered by the Muslim community for the National Day of Prayer called by Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers for Sunday, June 6 2021 on behalf of the 215 Children found at the site of a residential school in Kamloops, BC, and for all Children who have

Let’s work together for the common good

Let’s work together for the common good

[Address to the 2021 Assembly of Presbyterian Church in Canada on June 9, 2021 by Muneeb Nasir] Distinguished Delegates, I am delighted to have been invited to address the Annual Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Peace be with you. I am speaking to you in my capacity as

My Return to St. Michael’s for the Diploma in Interfaith Dialogue

My Return to St. Michael’s for the Diploma in Interfaith Dialogue

My journey to Canada to attend St. Michael’s College in the University of Toronto began in the Fall of 1971. A member of the last Western Year offered, I was introduced to wonderful professors and amazing students. I graduated from St. Michael’s with a double specialist degree in

National Interfaith Dialogue held on Fostering Inclusive, Anti-Racist Faith Communities

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National Interfaith Dialogue held on Fostering Inclusive, Anti-Racist Faith Communities

[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text]Canadian Christians and Muslims recently engaged in an online dialogue on fostering inclusive and anti-racist faith communities in the country. The forum, held on February 3rd, was the annual event of the National Muslim Christian

Religions at the Service of Fraternity in Our World

Religions at the Service of Fraternity in Our World

On January 28, 2021 join an online panel discussion with Muslim and Catholic speakers on Pope Francis’ encyclical “Fratelli Tutti” – On Fraternity and Social Friendship. Please register at,https://bit.ly/ReligionsAtTheService [https://bit.ly/ReligionsAtTheService?fbclid=IwAR0q-tdG3MCXIz0cljLaRRDoIi2kgJ-lqHMy5UQ86-PXNSoivwhiYSNlbJo] and a Zoom link will be shared with you by the organizers.

Diploma in Interfaith Dialogue launched at Toronto's St. Michael's College

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Diploma in Interfaith Dialogue launched at Toronto's St. Michael's College

* New St. Michael’s College Program [https://www.archtoronto.org/Blog/Lists/Posts/Post.aspx?ID=239]theDiploma of Interfaith Dialogue [https://stmikes.utoronto.ca/program/diploma-interfaith/] has been fostering discussion amongst members of the world’s major religious traditions. This new, unique joint venture from the Faculty of Theology

Higher Committee of Human Fraternity Calls for Global Day of Prayer on May 14 in Response to COVID-19

Higher Committee of Human Fraternity Calls for Global Day of Prayer on May 14 in Response to COVID-19

The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity (HCHF), called on religious leaders and faithful around the world to a day of fasting, prayers and supplications for the good of all humanity on Thursday, May 14 for an end to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The call is part of the Committee’

Toronto Muslims raise $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives

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Toronto Muslims raise $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives

Toronto Muslims raised $100,000 for anti-poverty initiatives across the city at an open-air Friday prayer service held at Nathan Phillips Square outside of City Hall this past Friday. “Thank you for joining us this year to support this front line of care,” Daniele Zanotti, President and CEO of United

Islamic Foundation of Toronto History – Building a Community in Scarborough - PART 5

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Islamic Foundation of Toronto History – Building a Community in Scarborough - PART 5

By Muneeb Nasir [This is the fifth part in the series covering the history of the Islamic Foundation of Toronto, the first purpose built Islamic Centre to be established in Toronto. Many of the men, women and young people involved in the Islamic Foundation would become leaders and community activists