Interfaith Organizing

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By: Melvina Stemley

I attended the Interfaith Conference on September 18, 2011, sponsored by the Council For A Parliament of the World's Religions. The conference was held at the Islamic Foundation Mosque, in Villa Park, Illinois.

This conference was a training for interfaith organizing and provided information to help make a difference in our communities and churches. Interfaith organizing is a starting point for building bridges within our churches and communities. This conference gave me valuable information about interfaith organizing and about how to help provide effective communication between Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhist, Hindus, and people of other faith traditions.

This conference educated me, informed me, guided me, motivated me, and connected me to many people of other faith traditions. I am motivated and inspired to share what I have learned with others. I am a justice worker! I will engage in positive relationships and help others try to find their cause for justice, causes which they are willing for stand and fight for.

Stay tuned next week for tips for Interfaith Organizing!!!! To learn more about the Parliament of Religions, visit www.parliamentofreligions.org.