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An interfaith conversation in Maryville, Tenn. Photo by David P. Young How to get started in interfaith relations
Finding ourselves in faithful company
It may seem complicated and daunting, and will require a few new skills, but getting started in exploring other faiths or in building interfaith relationships is well within your reach! Here are some thoughts and suggestions to help you get underway.
Concise introductions to five of the major religions of our neighbors were a part of the resource, Building Bridges of Understanding, produced by the California Council of Churches (Copyright 2002, 2003, all rights reserved.) You may use with their permission and proper citation.
The Rev. Zechariah of Indonesia shares a story. Photo by David P. Young
They were women and men of six religious traditions — Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Native American — Americans of diverse ethnic backgrounds — African, European, Japanese, Mexican, Native, Palestinian, South and Southeast Asian. Many issues were discussed, and ideas for woking together were developed. Learn more about their basic strategies for living and working together.
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of activities of Presbyterians in the United States, fundamentals of Islam and recommended
steps for beginning relationship. $3.00. Order PDS #74-292-02-001.
How can we live faithfully as Christians in a world of many religions? Download this article  by Terry C. Muck from the April 2008 Presbyterians Today magazine.
This brief resource gives reasons for Christian engagement with neighbors of other faiths, based on the policy statement of the member churches of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S.A.
Giving Thanks provides ideas to consider regarding shared Thanksgiving services. Read online.
Good materials for starting conversations are available at the Fetzer Institute Web site. Watch videos about forgiveness, love and reconcilation featuring the thinking of the Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, Jonathan Sacks and others. Learn about the Charter of Compassion.
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