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BLOG – New Public School Holidays: Teachable Moments that Foster Respect

Filed Under: Interfaith Matters Blogs, New & Noteworthy

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

Filed Under: New & Noteworthy, Program Archive

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”

Filed Under: Articles and Press about ICNY, New & Noteworthy

[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”

“Without a Vision, There is No Way in Life You Can Succeed” with Dr. Uma Mysorekar

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Dr. Uma Mysorekar, President of the Hindu Temple Society of North America, and ICNY Board Vice Chair About Hinduism and Monotheism: "Hindus believe in one supreme Brahman. The ancient sages and the seers always worshiped a formless form of the Lord. The form came in for common … [Read more...] about “Without a Vision, There is No Way in Life You Can Succeed” with Dr. Uma Mysorekar