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Challenged & Encouraged by Muslim Thought Leaders

Last Tuesday evening, I had the incredible privilege to attend a lecture at the University of Sarajevo by Dr. Ahmet Kuru, Director of Center for Islamic and Arabic Studies and professor of political science at San Diego State University. He spoke about his book, Islam, Authoritarianism, and Underdevelopment: A Global & Historical Comparison. As a Christian listening in with scholarly, self-reflective, and inspiring Muslim thought leaders, I was incredibly impressed and left with several takeaways.

Nicole GibsonJuly 31, 2023CHRISTIANITY, ISLAM

What Is Ramadan?

What is Ramadan? Who observes it, and how does it work? We asked our friend Afnan to explain the basics and tell us what Ramadan means to her.

RAMADANNicole GibsonApril 24, 2020RAMADAN, ISLAM

Who Is Mary? Christian and Muslim Perspectives

Islam and Christianity are different religions, but in both faith traditions Miriam/Mary is a revered figure and someone around whom we can have important conversations. So who is Miriam in Islam and Mary in Christianity? And where is the common ground?

Nicole GibsonFebruary 11, 2020ISLAM, CHRISTIANITY, THEOLOGY

Interfaith Community Service Day Helps Habitat for Humanity

What do you have to do to get a bunch of teenagers out of bed at the crack of dawn during their summer vacation? Would you guess the answer is giving them a way to serve their community? Last Saturday we gathered together to help Habitat for Humanity for a day of interfaith community service. We started bright and early, and right on time as the doors opened we had 21 high school and college students ready to get to work. All together we had 36 Muslim, Jewish, and Christian friends, and one Hindu.

COMMUNITY SERVICENicole GibsonJuly 1, 2019INTERFAITH, ISLAM, COMMUNITY SERVICE, EVENTS

Bosnia Mosque Visit: Are Love and Forgiveness Common in Islam?

Christian refugee workers and ministry leaders from around the world visited a mosque in Sarajevo this month to learn from local Muslims about Islam, the refugee crisis, and the opportunities and challenges that occur when doing humanitarian work and talking about faith. Here’s what we can all learn from their conversation.

BOSNIANicole GibsonFebruary 19, 2019MUSLIM-CHRISTIAN RELATIONS, ISLAM, PEACEMAKING, BOSNIA

A Conversation About Jesus at the Islamic Center of Reseda

So, what do Muslims believe about Jesus? That was one question on the minds of representatives of the Valley Vineyard Christian Fellowship in Reseda, CA, on a recent evening at a local mosque. It is indeed possible to have productive and respectful conversation with those who differ from us, and these two Reseda communities are showing us the way.

Nicole GibsonNovember 20, 2018DIALOGUE, MEALS, ISLAM, CHRISTIANITY

Ramadan 101: What is Eid?

Ramadan is coming to a close, and that means it's time to celebrate Eid. If you're not familiar with Islamic holidays, you may have heard of Eid, but there are two holidays referred to by the word, so it can be confusing. Here are the basics.

RAMADANNicole GibsonJune 13, 2018Ramadan, EID, ISLAM

Ramadan 101: What is Iftar?

During Ramadan you’ll hear a lot of talk about “Iftar.” But what exactly is Iftar? Here’s a short explainer.

RAMADANNicole GibsonJune 6, 2018ISLAM, MEALS, RAMADAN, IFTAR

Imam Taha Hassane Discusses Immigration, Sharia, and Life as a Muslim

Last week Peace Catalyst President Rick Love sat down with Imam Taha Hassan of the Islamic Center of San Diego. They discussed immigration, living as a Muslim in America, Sharia, and what Christians should know about interacting with Muslims.

Nicole GibsonAugust 3, 2017ISLAM, SHARIA, IMMIGRATION, PEACEMAKING

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