When we listen to another person intentionally and intently we can truly hear what they are saying. We create quite a connection and even establish empathy. Such was the experience of Karolyn, while speaking on a panel about her faith, antisemitism, violence, and hate crimes. While speaking Karolyn saw several people in the audience nodding […]
“Gratitude is for everyone” – Faith Matters article
“Gratitude is for everyone” – Faith Matters article Moving to Arizona last year was not an easy decision for our family. Work and finances necessitated the move, but we worried about what it would mean to leave our community of family and friends behind, especially for our young children and their sense of belonging. Yet […]
“Sikhism” – Published Faith Matters article in azCentral
Faith Matters – Sikhism Gurukirn Kaur Khalsa Special to The Republic A remarkable saint-poet, Guru Nanak, rose from humble beginnings in Northern India in the 15th c. to become the person now known as the founder of Sikhism, the world’s 5th largest religion. His teachings were simple: 1) Praise God’s Holy Name, 2) Earn an honest living, […]
Golden Rule Moments published in AzCentral A retreat place to heal injury and trauma Albert Celoza Special to The Republic More than three in four veterans and active service members who served after September 11, 2001, have experienced an injury or illness reported having PTSD – post-traumatic stress disorder. While the United States has not experienced […]
On September 26th, the Arizona Interfaith Movement held its second faith forum using the Talking Circles method. The surveys collected and individual feedback have shown this method to be effective at managing meaningful group dialogue and active listening, especially with divergent points of view. Discussion Topic Thank you, Mark, for your leadership in the Talking […]
