It started with listening to NPR on a Sunday morning. Krista Tippet interviewed Eboo Patel, founder of Interfaith Youth Core. I wrote it down (which you shouldn't do while driving, but I did.) I was intrigued enough that when I bought my books for school, I also bought his, "Acts of Faith."
The premise is simple. Instead of fighting over who has the most correct religion, why don't we use our commonalities to promote social justice and peace in our neighborhoods. Whoa. I might have oversimplified it here BUT it is intriguing...especially as another school year has started. It goes along with the Open Table entry because again, we might learn more from each other and do more good for others if we LOVE each other. (Deep, right?!?)
So...borrow the book from the library. Buy it and pass it on (which I am going to do tomorrow). The possibilities are endless and infinite...kind of like God's love and grace for us.
T.
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Tina,
Hi, my name is Heather and I work for the Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) as the Educational Resources Associate. We like to keep track of discussions going on in the media and on the web about religion, interfaith work, and the IFYC materials we put out into the world. Your blog showed up on my 'Google alert' for 'Eboo' and 'IFYC.' I really enjoyed reading your blog (I also took a peak at some of your other posts and really enjoyed your insights) and hearing what you thought about Eboo's book and the methodology of IFYC. I have developed a discussion guide to go with his book for anyone interested in leading book discussion groups around Acts of Faith or those interested in thinking more deeply about the major themes of the book. Would it be OK if I sent you a copy? I have it in electronic form and could send it to you that way if it is easier. Thank you for your interest in our work and for taking the time, not only to read Eboo's book but, to comment on the book as well. Peace, Heather
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