Communion, Unity and Ramadan

Date October 19, 2005

This evening I was able to participate in a very meaningful time of unity, prayer and community. This evening, Imam Hamad Chebli, and the Trustees (and spouses) of the Islamic Society of Central Jersey (ISCJ) were invited to campus by the History Department. After the symbolic breaking of the fast with milk and dates, Imam [...]

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“Now THAT must have been…interesting…???”

Date August 1, 2005

“Now THAT must have been…interesting…???” This was the response from the Messianic Jew receptionist this evening when she asked where I’d been traveling. “Oh, I lived in Bethlehem for about 6 weeks.” You should have seen her face. It was a mixture of confusion, concern and utter amazement. “Now THAT must have been…interesting…???” I replied, [...]

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Where is the interfaith dialogue?

Date July 1, 2005

I’ve debated about posting this, because I have not been sure what it is exactly that I want to say, but it’s been something that’s been on my mind, and on the minds of others in our group.
One thing that has continually shocked me is the outright animosity towards Muslims that comes from the Palestinian [...]

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Muslims like Bush (sort of)

Date June 15, 2005

[Warning: This post is somewhat political…][2nd warning: Because of where I’ll be this summer, I am guessing that a majority of my posts are going to be somewhat political…have fun with that…]
Last night, as I walked home from the Internet place (they’re beginning to know as a regular there), I was invited to sit with [...]

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