Did you know?  On each night of Hanukkah, the menorah is lit to commemorate a miracle which occurred after the Jews proclaimed victory over the Syrian armies in 165 B.C.E. When Jews came to rededicate the Temple-which had been defiled by the Syrians-they found only one small flask of oil with which to light the menorah. This flask contained only enough oil for one day, yet the lamp burned for eight days (by which time a fresh supply of oil was obtained).
 
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Welcome to the International Interfaith Initiative

Think about it: all religions teach us to make this world a better place. This compelling force of faith and spirituality leaves much room for embracing — even celebrating — our differences. Just as each individual possesses unique talents and abilities, so do different faith traditions offer many different powerful messages. When we combine our voices, the resulting song will certainly make the world more compassionate, loving, and peaceful. This realization led to the creation of the International Interfaith Initiative. And you can be part of it.

 We invite you to get involved by

  • Come to the lecture and discussion, "Why Muslims Matter to the History of the U.S.," presented by author Dr. Edward Curtis in the Krannert Room of the Indiana Interchurch Center, Thursday, September 23, 2010, from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. This event is free! You can let us know you're coming by clicking here.

  • Attending III's 4th Annual Fall Conference, "Interfaith Peace Building: Global and Local Perspectives," Friday, November 5, 2010. Registration is only $15, which includes an international lunch buffet. Register now!

  • Coming to see the Yuval Ron Ensemble as they perform, “The Sacred Music of Three Abrahamic Faiths,” at the Toby, Indianapolis Art Museum, November 17, 2010 at 7:00 pm. The event costs only $10, and all proceeds go to support the Center for Interfaith Cooperation. Register now!

  • Travel with us on our next interfaith trips from the Midwest to the Middle East (our next trip is being planned for February 2011).
  • Find out about III's involvement in the Center for Interfaith Cooperation

     

      Save the Date!

      IU School of Social Work &

      the Center for Interfaith Cooperation

       invite you to join us for

      International Interfaith Initiative's

      4th Annual Fall Conference on

       

       

     Interfaith Peace Building

    Global and Local Perspectives

       

       

      Friday, November 5, 2010 from 9:00-4:30 pm

      Indiana Interchurch Center

      1100 West 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN

         

        ~ Featuring ~

        Eboo Patel is a member of the White House Council on Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships and Executive Director of Interfaith Youth Core. He was named by US News & World Report as one of America's Best Leaders of 2009. 

        Amy Kronish writes and lectures widely on subjects dealing with Israeli film and interfaith peace building; she is the author of two books: World Cinema: Israel and Israeli Film: A Reference Guide. 

        Chief Arvol Looking Horse is the 19th Generation Keeper of the original Sacred White Buffalo Calf Pipe of the Lakota and leads World Peace and Prayer Day through the Wolakota Foundation.  He has spoken at the United Nations and President Clinton’s 1996 Inauguration. 

        The conference will also feature a variety of perspectives from community and religious leaders who are actively involved in conflict resolution, community building and addressing chronic issues such as poverty, war, and responsible environmental stewardship.  Join us and learn how to become a peace-builder in your community.


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