The Interfaith Alliance of the Southwest recently completed the first series of faith250 texts, and the response was everything we hope for when congregations come together around America's foundational documents. It is exciting to hear these reports and they are worth sharing. Below is their recap from our four multifaith events:
faith250 was very well received by those who attended, and two faith leaders were inspired to take the program to their own congregations. The discussions were thoughtful, meaningful, and intentionally nonpartisan, with a recurring theme emerging throughout the conversations: these historical documents present ideals that, while we have not always lived up to them as citizens or as a nation, provide aspirations toward which we can continue to strive. Participants reflected on how these ideals align closely with many teachings found across our faith traditions, particularly values centered on hope, justice, compassion, and love for others.
