We fear what we do not understand. We will not stop fighting with each other over matters of differing religious beliefs until we make the decision to give people the right to worship and practice spirituality in a way that is meaningful to them. How can we presume to judge and allow that there is only one way to God?

The fact is, there is no "one way" and it is our goal to provide a forum where we respect all beliefs, and where we may openly express our ways of worship. We welcome and invite all to share stories and teachings of religious faiths; this is the true essence of interfaith.

“All of the different religious faiths, despite their philosophical differences, have a similar objectivity. Every religion emphasizes human improvement, love, respect for others, sharing other people's suffering. On these lines every religion had more or less the same viewpoint and the same goal. Those faiths which emphasize almighty God and faith in love of God have as their purpose the fulfillment of God's intentions."

- the Dalai Lama

Wuzu to Fojian:
"As a leader it is essential to be generous with the community while being frugal with oneself. As for the rest, the petty matters, do not be concerned with them.

"When you give people tasks, probe them deeply to see if they are sincere. When you choose your words, take the most serious; Leaders are naturally honored when their words are taken seriously; the community is naturally impressed when people are chosen for their sincerity.

"When you are honorable, the community obeys even if you are not stern; when the community is impressed, things get done even if no orders are given. The wise and the stupid each naturally convey their minds, small and great each exert their effort.

"This is more than ten thousand times better than those who hold on by authoritarian power and those who cannot help following them, oppressed by compulsion."

The Zen Essentials of Leadership

Browse the following links for more inspiration on the Interfaith pages.

Mahamudra Dharma Center's Acknowledgement from His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Bhutan

Repentance

Buddhism

Excerpts From Bhagavad Gita

& The Sacred Fire in Vedic Teachings

Islam

Sancta Sophia Seminary

YS was activated in Ohio in 1985.