The Interfaith Center of New York extends our deepest sympathy to the Sikh Community world-wide and condolences to the families and loved ones of the at least 25 people killed in the recent bombing of a Sikh Temple in Kabul, Afghanistan — even as the number of … [Read more...] about ICNY Statement on the bombing of a Sikh Temple in Kabul, Afghanistan
Statements
Statement about ICE’s Attack on NYC’s New Sanctuary Laws for MLK Day
The Interfaith Center of New York is concerned that Immigrations and Customs Enforcement appears to be exploiting a recent tragic killing in Queens to create fear of immigrants. However, ICE's attack on city officials and NYC's Sanctuary Laws will not persuade New Yorkers to hand … [Read more...] about Statement about ICE’s Attack on NYC’s New Sanctuary Laws for MLK Day
The Very Rev. James Parks Morton 1930 – 2020
The Interfaith Center of New York mourns the death of our founder and friend, The Very Rev. James Parks Morton. A pioneer in interfaith work, peace-building, and environmental stewardship, Dean Morton created an organization for hundreds of grassroots faith leaders from African … [Read more...] about The Very Rev. James Parks Morton 1930 – 2020
Help us stop the Hate
Why support The Interfaith Center of New York ? According to NYPD data, hate crime incidents in the city increased by 64% between 2018 and 2019. Elected leaders and diverse clergy standing together at the Mayor's press conference yesterday made it clear that the … [Read more...] about Help us stop the Hate
Standing Against Antisemitism in White Plains, NY & Halle, Germany
Standing Against Antisemitism in White Plains, NY & Halle, Germany The Interfaith Center of New York stands in solidarity with the families of the two people murdered on Yom Kippur after an horrific live-streamed antisemitic attack on a synagogue in Halle, Germany. The … [Read more...] about Standing Against Antisemitism in White Plains, NY & Halle, Germany
