Interfaith Cincinnati

The Bonds of Family and Legacy
2021-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Presented in partnership with the African American Program of the Senator John Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh, The Bonds of Family and Legacy touches on 2021’s Black History Month theme of “The Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity.” The Black family has been a topic of study in many disciplines from history and literature to social policy and the culinary arts. It knows no single location and family reunions and ancestry searches testify to the spread of family members across states, nations and continents. Some have described the role of the Black family as a microcosm of the entire race. Its complexity as a foundation of African American life and history can be seen in numerous debates over how to represent its meaning historically. Without a doubt, the Black family provides a rich tapestry of images for exploring the Black realities of the past and present in America.
Panelists include Christin Haynes, founder of Black Family Scholar; Dr. Jessica Harris, award-winning journalist and African Diaspora foodways expert; and Dr. Eric Jackson, professor of history and director of Black World Studies at Northern Kentucky University. Presented live via Zoom. Click here to register.

Uncomfortable: Race, Racism, & Privilege - 6th to 12th Grade
2021-02-10 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-02-08 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-02-03 19:00 - 20:30
No one enjoys being uncomfortable, but it is also deeply necessary to do the real work of changing our communities. Dive deep with us to unpack the privileges that we each hold. We will discuss the origins of our modern concept of race and the impact of white supremacy on our world. The discussion and learning will challenge participants to take on the daily practice of action and reflection to be anti-racist in everything that they do.
Registration Deadline: January 29th

Faith Sharing Series: Buddhism
2021-02-09 20:00 - 21:00
Speakers will provide an introduction to the basic beliefs, rituals, and practices of their faith tradition, followed by a moderated Q&A. This series aims to create a safe space to dispel misinformation and stereotypes about faith traditions which often lead to xenophobia and violence.

Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faith-sharing-series-buddhism-tickets-137315786213?fbclid=IwAR0gQwzbGH1p4xMVkkEX8M3d7qZv68brVskByD9sjYd-VjlFcApQ_9e5yvY

About the speaker:
Originally from Sri Lanka, Aruni Marapane came to the USA 31 years ago. Her graduate studies are in Gerontological studies, where she specialized in long term care administration. She is a Buddhist Chaplain and provides spiritual and pastoral care for hospice patients, long term care patients and in hospital settings. She has maintained a dynamic, committed, well disciplined and in depth vipassana and concentration (Samatha) meditation practice for the last 20 years. Her teachers are from the USA, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Burma and Vietnam. She also teaches Vipassana mediation.

The Reemergence of Protests and Marches in America
2021-02-08 12:00 - 13:30
Congressman John Lewis suggested that activists need to “get into good trouble.” The civil rights movement and Black Lives Matter movement converged in force in 2020. What should be the response to all Americans? A panel discusses what we need to do as a nation in order to make America just and fair and how we should articulate those demands.
Presented in partnership with Miami University, panelists include Chris Miller, senior director of education and community engagement for the Freedom Center; Dr. Anthony James, interim vice president of institutional diversity at Miami University; and Earl Levison of 100 Black Men of America. Presented via Zoom. Click here to register.

Interfaith Perspectives on Peace: World Interfaith Harmony Week
2021-02-07 15:00 - 16:30
In celebration of World Interfaith Harmony Week, join The Interfaith Center for a panel discussion which presents Interfaith Perspectives on Peace.

Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/interfaith-perspectives-on-peace-tickets-137716749505?fbclid=IwAR0r37_qB0khYKnS3ubgHj6nSqSPsNqc5bopbdHDDRKBqyGmRRhLlNRBFRI

Panelists include:
Anna Ikeda, SGI Buddhism
Rev. Will Rucker, Christianity
Alan Edelman, Judaism
Rev. Kelly Isola, Unity
Rev. Mary McCoy, Alliance of Divine Love

Coming of Age: An Interfaith Dialogue
2021-02-07 13:00 - 17:30
Collaborate and share your unique experience through photography
and writing. A special Virtual Exhibit will be held for participants, their
friends and families.
Want to participate?
• Are you a teen or young adult, ages 14-20? (If you complete the Zoom
sessions you will receive a $20 Amazon gift card.)
» Teen and young adult group will meet on Sunday’s February 7, 14,
& 21 from 1PM-2:30PM (Eastern Time Zone)
• Are you an adult 21+?
» Adult group will meet on Sunday’s February 7, 14, & 21 from
4PM-5:30PM (Eastern Time Zone)
• Final session will be April 11 at 1pm (Eastern Time Zone)
For more information or if you have any questions, please
contact Megan Ullom at mullom@jfgd.net.

Let’s Talk: You Have the Right to Remain Silent
2021-02-06
In collaboration with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Miller, a Senior Director at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, sits down with acclaimed composer, Anthony Davis, and accomplished clarinetist, Anthony McGill. In this meaningful discussion, they examine the social realties tied to You Have the Right to Remain Silent, a musical piece that derives its inspiration from the Miranda Rights warning. In the piece, the clarinet soloist is interrogated by the orchestra as the orchestra utters “You Have the Right to Remain Silent.”
For more information about Anthony Davis, visit: https://www.wisemusicclassical.com/composer/330/Anthony-Davis
For more information about Anthony McGill, visit: http://www.anthonymcgill.com

This pre-recorded program will be released on our Youtube Channel and shared via social media on February 6, 2021.

Compassionate Conversations
2021-02-05 09:30 - 10:30
As an activity of the Compassion Conversation sub-committee and following requests for more sessions after last year’s Festival, there will be a monthly hour-long session where we use personal stories to get to know ourselves and one another better. This space is open to everyone and is designed to extend the circles of community and willingness.

Please join us on February 5th from 9:30-10:30am using the following zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81517089495

In the Name of Human Fraternity: Dialogue as the path, cooperation as the code, understanding as the method
2021-02-04 19:00 - 20:30
The Legacy
It is hard to exaggerate the legacy of the meeting between St. Francis of Assisi and Sultan Malik Al-Kamil in 1219, a historical encounter that took place in the midst of the Fifth Crusade. This event is still remembered as a landmark of religion’s transformative power despite differences even during the most unwelcoming moments. In 3-5 February 2019, His Holiness Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Ahmad Al-Tayyeb signed “A Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together” in the United Arabic Emirates to mark the 800th anniversary of the iconic meeting.
The Document
The Human Fraternity Document, rather than being a symbolic commemorative text, draws inspiration from the past for concrete future action. It is realistic in admitting the challenges humanity faces today, straightforward in highlighting the vital role of religion while addressing them, inclusive in recognizing the role that various stakeholders can play in solution, and interdisciplinary in inviting many forms of human expertise to the universal endeavor. In an act of due recognition of this initiative by the global community, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on December 15 2020 (A/75/L.52) that proclaims February 4 as the “International Day of Human Fraternity”, to be observed each year beginning in 2021.
The Event
The eminent signatories of the Human Fraternity “ask that this Document become the object of research and reflection in all schools, universities and institutes of formation”. Rumi Forum welcomes this call by hosting the panel “In the Name of Human Fraternity” on the first International Day of Human Fraternity. Join us for a spectrum of reflections by a panel of prominent Catholic and Muslim speakers and an interactive session that will follow. The panel aims to observe the first International Day of Human Fraternity by highlighting the operational vision of the Human Fraternity Document rather than being a ceremonial text of goodwill.
Speakers
Dr. Pim Valkenberg, Catholic University of America
The Document on Human Fraternity and Pope Francis: Initiatives toward Encounters of Friendship
Dr. Zeki Saritoprak, John Carroll University
On the Necessity of Human Fraternity: Theological and Practical Reflections
Genevieve Mougey, Director of the Office for Social Concerns, Archdiocese of Washington
The Work of Social Friendship, Dialogue, and Pastoral Applications: A Catholic Perspective on Interfaith Dialogue

Uncomfortable: Race, Racism, & Privilege -- 6th to 12th Grade
2021-02-01 19:00 - 20:30

Spiritual Ecology: Nature and Creativity for Soul Nourishment
2021-02-01 10:00 - 2021-02-05 11:00
On the first week of February, which marks the official UN observance of World Interfaith Harmony Week join TEALarbor stories’ for the program “Spiritual Ecology: Nature and Creativity for Soul Nourishment”.
This interactive event will offer participants simple ways to incorporate nature-based and creative aspects into everyday spiritual practice. It is designed so that participants are guided through the various activities with opportunities for question/answer, sharing, and discussion.
When: Monday, Feb 1st – Friday, Feb 5th from 10:00 – 11:00 AM Pacific
Where: Virtually via Zoom, Register Here→
Each day attendees will focus on a different topic including contemplative writing, gratitude, nature mandalas, compassion, service. This is not a sectarian offering; it is intended to support people of all faiths in finding and deepening their own relationship to self, nature, and others through peaceable, interdisciplinary practices that they create consistent with their specific beliefs.
Participants may join one day, some of the days, or all five days that this event occurs. Attendees will gather each day (Monday Feb 1st – Friday Feb 5th) on Zoom from 10:00 – 11:00 AM Pacific Time/United States. Participants are kindly asked to bring any of the following that they have available: paper, writing pens, colored pens or paints, photos of nature, objects from nature (leaves, cones, flowers, shells, rocks, soil, water, etc.).

World Interfaith Harmony Week 2021
2021-02-01 - 2021-02-07
Events must be held between 30 January – 28 February 2021 in order to qualify for prizes. Reports must be submitted by 7 March 2021.

World Interfaith Harmony Week will be upon us soon. Continue to spread the harmony and join others (virtually) who love God, the Good and the Neighbour to bring joy to your soul and uplift your spirit. Reach out and create more Harmony by connecting with others and organising online events.

Open your places of worship to a virtual tour.
Create a YouTube series exploring your community’s faith.
Create an interfaith forum online.
Share recipes about foods of your faith to promote understanding of your faith.
Hold an online party and watch an interfaith movie.
Choose an interfaith based book of your choice. Meet online and discuss.
Hold an online dialogue on interfaith harmony. With the internet, we can connect with people globally as well as locally.

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Interconnected Justice Series
2021-01-31 16:00 - 17:30
URI North America is happy to announce the launch of Interconnected Justice, a monthly workshop series that highlights the themes and best practice of social justice work within the network of Cooperation Circles while providing tangible steps to help you do the work of justice in your community. Topics like immigration, racism/colorism, environmental stewardship, storytelling, and dialogue will be discussed.
To open this series, we will be having an open conversation about URI and Justice in the 21st Century on Sunday, January 31st, from 1-2:30 PT/4-5:30 ET. If you’d like to participate on this call or any future calls, or if you and your CC/organization would like to help us with sessions and spreading the word about this workshop series, please fill out the following Google Form to let us know: https://forms.gle/jDx9HwS4xxkFVfBS9
