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Category: Retreat

In-person or online sessions with conversations on various topics from the lens of religions

St. Petersburg bridge under construction. The bridge is silhouetted against the sky at sunset

Building Bridges of Understanding

We explore ways of building bridges of understanding and human compassion across boundaries of religion, culture, and race.
Sarah showing Hagar to Abraham

In the Footsteps of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar

Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar are iconic figures in each of the religious traditions of Jews, Christians, and Muslims.
An axe stuck in a tree stump in a grey, barren landscape

The Near-Sacrifice of Abraham’s Son

The Torah and Qur’an both tell a story of Abraham’s near sacrifice of his son. Christian Scriptures reference to the Torah's version.
Sculpture by George Segal titled Abraham's Farewell to Ishmael

Moving From Conflict to Community

Religion can cause divisions, but also be a powerful force in building bridges of understanding, reconciliation, and mutual respect.
A 3-part image: Moses depicted with his tablet, Jesus with a halo and bible, and Muhammed with disciples seated near him

Moses, Jesus, & Muhammed

Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad are considered central figures in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam respectively.