Category Archives: Interfaith Dialog

2016 September 11 Remembrance at Beth El Temple Harrisburg

Posted on September 12, 2016 by jdcharlton

Power of People of Faith to Overcome Hatred, Bigotry, and Extremism Introductory speakers Rabbi Eric Cytryn, Senator Rob Teplitz, Rabbi Carl Choper, Beth El Director Ben Wachstein: Feature speaker Imam Mohamad Basher Arafat: Panel Discussion facilitated by Randall Tenor: “Building … Continue reading →

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Rabbi Moline responds to Dr. Ben Carson’s statement about Islam and the Constitution

Posted on October 6, 2015 by jdcharlton

Rabbi Moline responds to Dr. Ben Carson’s statement about Islam and the Constitution September 21, 2015 For Immediate Release Contact: Ari Geller, West End Strategy Team, 202-776-7700, Ari@westendstrategy.com WASHINGTON — Following an interview in which Dr. Ben Carson, candidate for … Continue reading →

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No Compulsion in Religion: The Challenge of Faith and Freedom

Posted on September 15, 2015 by jdcharlton

We live in a multi-faith society. Yet, historically, our faith traditions have not taught us how to let others be themselves. Accordingly, compulsion has become a default stance. It’s important to remember that there are teachings in our traditions which … Continue reading →

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2015 Harrisburg 9/11 Commemoration

Posted on September 12, 2015 by jdcharlton

Rev. James Jackson, Rabbi Carl Choper, Qassim Rashid and Mayor Eric Pappenfuse Harrisburg 9/11 Commemoration Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church September 10, 2015  

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