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Meeting the Moment: Part 2
In today’s society, many people are experiencing a profound sense of loneliness and a lack of community. This growing isolation has been recognized as a significant public health concern, with experts highlighting its impact on mental and physical well-being. I recall sitting with a man who had spent his life managing a large international company.…
Read MorePTU a Community Fellow with Seattle University’s CEIE
We are excited that Paths to Understanding is the first Community Fellow with the Seattle University’s Center for Ecumenical and Interreligious Engagement for 2024-2025 school year. At PTU’s December Board meeting the Board approved with great excitement this partnership. The Center for Ecumenical and Interreligious Engagement (CEIE) at Seattle University is committed to working alongside…
Read MoreHow the Potluck Project Works for Your Organization
The loss of social trust and connection requires work across all sectors of our society. But every community is different — and so is every organization. The Potluck Project is designed to be flexible and adaptable. Whether you’re part of a faith group, cultural center, nonprofit, or local government, we’ve created a set of short…
Read MoreMeeting This Moment: Part One
(This is the first of three articles in a series.) To function well for its citizens, our society needs three major assets, according to Jonathan Haidt and other experts: About 75% of Americans are worried about the state of our democracy. Robert Putnam says our social capital is at a one-hundred-year low. At the same…
Read MoreA Look Ahead
I remember how I felt at this time last year—filled with hope and anticipation for our Let’s Go Together process in Skagit County. We had a plan, a new coordinator, and some courageous leaders and organizations willing to take a chance with us. At that point, about 10 people had signed up to participate. In…
Read MoreBuilding Trust with All People
Let’s Go Together “Meet Up”: a way to continue to create partnerships between large gatherings
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