Ministries Tags: ecumenical
Advocacy Training Weekend 2016
April 15–18, 2016 in Washington, D.C.
Advocacy Training Weekend consists of Compassion Peace and Justice Training Day (April 15) and Ecumenical Advocacy Days (April 15-18).
“Lift every voice and sing, Till earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of Liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the list’ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea...Let us march on till victory is won.” –James Weldon Johnson
“Lift Every Voice: Racism, Class, and Power”
Advocacy Training Weekend 2016
april 15–18, 2016
Compassion Peace and Justice Training …
Advocacy Training Weekend 2015
April 17–20, 2015 in Washington, D.C.
“Breaking the Chains: Mass Incarceration and Systems of Exploitation”
Advocacy Training Weekend 2015
april 17–20, 2015
Compassion Peace and Justice Training Day - April 17
Ecumenical Advocacy Days
April 17-20
Everywhere people are facing severe human rights violations for political and economic gain.
- The United States holding nearly a quarter of the world’s prisoners.
- Young children forced to work in mineral mines in the Congo.
- African Farmers forced off their land as part of corporate land grabbing.
- Low-income people in the United States …
“In everything do to others as you would have them do to you.”
(Matthew 7:12)Reflect on Christian-Muslim relations
Suggested questions for reflection
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I don't know this person, but I wish I did. When I see this stranger’s photo it is good to take time to think about how we are linked together as part of God’s creation. If I were to have a conversation with this person, what would I say? What would this person say to me? What would I like to …
Toolkit: Faithful witness among our neighbors
Reflect on Christian-Muslim relations
When I see a stranger's photo it is good to take time to think about how we are linked together as part of God's creation. If I were to have a conversation with this person, what would I say? What would this person say to me? Reflect on a stranger with a gallery …
Toolkit: Denominational Principles and Policies
Based on PC(USA) General Assembly statements and recommendations
Presbyterian Principles for Interfaith Dialogue brochure
Witness and Evangelism Among People of Other Faiths
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Presbyterians and Latter-day Saints
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United Church of Christ in Interfaith Dialogue
“Considerations for Members of the United Church of Christ in Interfaith Dialogue” offers insights both for those already engaged in interfaith relations and those who wish to develop them. It is an …
Continue readingInterfaith Toolkit: Workshops and further study
Faithful Living Workshops: A Handbook
Learn how to plan and lead a three-day intensive event to deepen interfaith relationships. This handbook distills the experience of many such workshops around the United States. It describes what a Faithful Living Workshop is and what it can accomplish, explains the story-telling method and its values, and provides a step-by-step guide to organizing and facilitating such an event.
Occasional Papers Series
Israel in the Theology of …
Continue readingSend us your models
What worked for you? Describe a model of interfaith activity you found effective and exciting, so that we may share it with others!
- What did you do, and how did you plan it?
- What have you and your congregation discovered through this activity?
- Have children or youth been engaged in an interesting way?
- What difference has this activity made in your interfaith relationship? To the life of your church?
Please send your description by email …
Continue readingHow to get started in interfaith relations
Finding ourselves in faithful company
It may seem complicated and daunting, and it 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.
Loving our Buddhist and Muslim neighbors
How can we live faithfully as Christians in a world of many religions? By Terry C. Muck from …
Connect with Interfaith
Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations Network
The Interfaith Relations Network is for Presbyterians interested and/or engaged in interfaith relations who want to know about what Presbyterians are doing in this area of work. The network is for all those interested in interfaith relationships but is especially oriented to Presbyterians working with their presbyteries, synods or congregations to build relationships and foster education related to interfaith issues and concerns.
We are working on creating new ways to help you be in more regular contact with other Presbyterians about events, activities, ideas and new resources.
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Continue readingLearn about Interfaith Relations
The Interfaith Relations Office seeks to support those in the church who are interested in, concerned about or engaged in building interfaith relationships. As Presbyterians learn about religious diversity, we reflect theologically on our relations with neighbors of other faiths. We also seek avenues for cooperation, or look for educational resources and practical models for bringing communities together. We hope you will find helpful information and resources on this Web site.
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