Stand Against Islamophobia
Wisdom from the Neighborhood – Rabbi Yohanna Kinberg and Imam Kaariye Abdirahman
During these disorienting days Rabbi Yohanna Kinberg, Imam Abdirahman Kaariye and Pastor Terry Kyllo will discuss how the Abrahamic Traditions can help us recognize and deal with anxiety, loss and finding hope for the future. We hope to see you there!
Read MoreFacts Over Fear Campaign
Studies show that anti-Muslim statements by politicians rises dramatically in the months leading up to an election. Further, other studies show that violent language against groups multiplies support for political violence. The result is a more divided America and an increase in hate crimes against our Muslim, Jewish, Sikh, LatinX and Black neighbors. We do…
Read MoreFacts Over Fear Campaign in the Redmond Reporter
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Read MoreProud of Our Democracy
I am so proud to see democracy in action at the with the Police Chiefs of the Eastside meeting with the Muslim community members on Thursday night. My friend Mohamad and the good folks in the Muslim Community Resource Center did a great job of bringing all these folks together. The Q&A handled some tough…
Read MoreGod is Re-Membering Us
Today we are all full of grief as yet another house of worship was targeted by a person infected with white supremacy. Today we stand in solidarity with the Muslims of Christ Church, New Zealand. Today we stand in solidarity with Muslims all over the world – hate crimes are not just perpetrated against their…
Read MoreAfter Christ Church
March 15, 2019 · It was a moving experience to attend prayers at the Muslim Association of Puget Sound today. Right away I noticed Rabbi Yohanna Kinberg and friends with supportive signs. Many people smiled to see friends supporting them. Others teared up. One woman told me that she had been feeling so alone- but…
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