Catholic-Islam
Both faiths affirm the authority of the Hebrew prophets. One celebrates the uniqueness of Jesus. One centers itself around Muhammad as the 'seal' of the prophets. How do we understand these differences?

Jewish-Christian-Islam Trialogue
Three sacred traditions come together to affirm their uniqueness as well as celebrating their common ground. As our global community becomes more integrated, this trilogue helps to heal relationships bruised by hatred, stereotypes, and mistrust.

Catholic-Buddhist
Two charismatic, compassionate figures: Jesus and Buddha. Two redemptive traditions of light and love flowing from their lives and teachings.

"Jesus is the answer for the world today."
When the words of this hymn were originally penned, the world was a different place. And yet things are in many ways, from a Christian standpoint, still quite the same. The world is different: there are more people living on our planet; new countries have won their freedom. National and continental economics are more integrated into a global market. America, while still being "one nation under God" is a nation full of individuals and groups representing a variety of beliefs in and about God and the life of faith.

One example of this dynamic expansion of community is the fact that more and more Spanish and other languages are heard alongside English. So too, as the world has continued to evolve, we have all been introduced to new religious language. How are we as Christians, especially Roman Catholics, to make sense of the foreign tongues raised in prayer all around? One way to begin to make sense of other faiths, cultures, and communities we share our life in Brooklyn is through interfaith dialogue. In meeting one another in the context of openness and receptivity we can make the fact that we live beside each other become the fact that we share a great gift: community.

The links on this page help you further explore how interfaith dialogue can help you better understand not only the faith of others, but also your own spiritual path.