Interfaith Conversations

What does the word interfaith even mean? And why does interfaith work matter across the world in the digital age? In this episode, I share key points to understanding the interfaith space: Examples of what happens when religious intolerance occurs What is interfaith The Who of interfaith  The Outcomes of interfaith The How to interfaith You can use this as a tool to help you in your own community...

Can Baptists and Latter-day Saints (#Mormons) have positive conversations and serve together? Absolutely! In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Earnest Thomas from the community leading Saint Mark Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. We talk about what unites us and how Baptist and Latter-day Saint--or really anyone from any background--can learn to build positive relationships with each oth...

In a world of division, how can we relate across our differences in religion or other beliefs? In this episode, I interview The Reverend Patricia Matthews from The Interfaith Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. We talk about each other’s faiths—her Episcopalian tradition and my Latter-day Saint tradition—and discuss how people can engage in interfaith efforts. You don’t want to miss this one! Link to...

Have you wondered where people can study in an inter-religious way? Where one can continue in their own faith, but learn from other faiths both in a scholarly and experiential way? In this episode, I highlight Hartford International University, which has a strong track record in teaching religion and peace. I sit down with Dr. David D. Grafton, a professor at the University, to discuss HIU's o...

After learning of an attack on the Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork, Utah, I contacted the local priest Caru Das. I wanted to show my solidarity for the good this faith community has brought to Utah Valley and the world for over 30 years.  Caru Das shares about the temple, how his tradition understands God, and their primary sacred text, the Bhagavad Gita. There’s so much wisdom to learn in this cli...

With all the division and skepticism in the world today, many find it hard to relate with others, let alone other faiths. Dr. Rebecca Glazier shares with us how to community engagement not only improves interfaith relationships, but helps people become more active in their community and more respectful of other worldviews. Check out our conversation! Link to BYU's Religious Freedom Annual Revi...

Learn about the earliest built Jewish Synagogue in the US, which is still in use today in Newport, Rhode Island! Check out their website at www.tourosynagogue.org.

Check out our full video of this discussion here:https://youtu.be/yMlAQNQEYOE?si=xo10YmCDWrx41NgiTo learn more about The Peace Institute that Bassem directs, check out the institute's website: https://www.unitedwestandforpeace.org/

What does a life in the pursuit of peace look like?  What are tangible ways to overcome bias for yourself and your own community?  Please join me in learning from Bassem Chaaban, the Director of The Peace Institute in Florida, about bridging divides and creating peace, both in our communities and society. Learn more about The Peace Institute at their website:  https://www.unitedwestandforpeace.org...

Every religion or belief produces its own “fruit” from the context in which it developed. In this episode, I share the perspective a Latter-day Saint from the Church of Jesus Christ brings to interfaith conversations. The four “fruits” from my own religious tradition that I share in this episode are: We respect everyone's privilege of following their own conscience (religious freedom)  We seek for...

What does my personal perspective bring to interfaith conversations? Check out this episode to learn more! This is Part 1 of what perspective I bring to the table. Stay tuned for Part 2!

What do you know about Interfaith? How does one get involved in interfaith work? Join us to learn more about it from Zeynep!  Zeynep Kariparduc has many years of experience in Interfaith work, particularly in the Salt Lake City area. Originally from Turkey, she has lived in multiple countries, deepening her understanding of diverse cultures. Since arriving in the U.S. in 2011, Zeynep has been deep...

Welcome to Interfaith Conversations! Here we connect with each other's faith and beliefs.  Today, I sit down with my friend Steve Lease who become Muslim a while back. He shares his conversion (or reversion) to Islam and shares with us about the beliefs and practices of Islam.  Please remember, we strive for positivity, learning, and growing, so please remember to be kind and well-meaning in o...

Welcome to Interfaith Conversations! This is a place where we connect with each other's faith and beliefs. Follow us for more upcoming content on interfaith topics and guest interviews!