Dear Friends, Greetings from The Interfaith Center of New York. A snowy February promises some heart-warming interfaith events. From a Valentine’s Day L.O.V.E. Rally with Nobel Laureate Leymah Gbowee and diverse religious leaders, performers, and public officials standing … [Read more...] about February Message from ICNY Executive Director
“Milestones of Faith” – a Twitter event in February in observance of Black History Month
In observance of Black History Month, The Interfaith Center of New York will recount many of the major "Milestones of Faith" in African American history. The indigenous faiths introduced into America through the slave trade mark just the beginning of an amazing history of … [Read more...] about “Milestones of Faith” – a Twitter event in February in observance of Black History Month
BLOG – New Public School Holidays: Teachable Moments that Foster Respect
by Debbie Almontaser, founding principal of the Khalil Gibran International Academy and Board President of the Muslim Community Network @DebbiAlmontaser “By leaving out some children’s heritage while others are visible presents youngsters with an image of being undervalued … [Read more...] about BLOG – New Public School Holidays: Teachable Moments that Foster Respect
Social Work & Religious Diversity Conference – LMSWs/LCSWs earn 7 hours CEC’s
Social Work and Religious Diversity: Religion and Spirituality as Sources of Strength in Times of Crisis Full Day Conference on April 7th 7 Hours of Continuing Ed. for New York LMSWs and LCSWs The Interfaith Center of New York and our partners are delighted to announce a … [Read more...] about Social Work & Religious Diversity Conference – LMSWs/LCSWs earn 7 hours CEC’s
Article in Patheos: “A New Approach to Teaching Religion”
[This article by George G. Coe was published in Patheos on January 20. The original article is available here] High school world religions curricula should not only focus on a religion’s texts, doctrines, and rituals, but also on how the different religions are practiced … [Read more...] about Article in Patheos: “A New Approach to Teaching Religion”
