Eboo patel is the founder and president of interfaith youth core. Acts of faith by eboo patel sacred ground by eboo patel interfaith. Part autobiographical, part visionary, acts of faith recounts patels coming of age as an indianamerican muslim alongside the development of a vision for a viable, pluralist america. Back in 2011, patel came to concordia college in moorhead minnesota, where i live. As i begin to read acts of faith by eboo patel and see his perspective on his religious faith of being a muslim i can sort of relate. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel 1,561 ratings, 3. He is an american ismaili of gujarati indian heritage and founder and president of interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international nonprofit that aims to promote interfaith cooperation. Leading religion and interfaith scholar eboo patel to speak at ou. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, patel lays out a strong argument for the vitality and necessity of interfaith service work in our post911 world. Join the worlds leading authors as they share their insights, ideas and inspiration. Eboo patel, one of the nations leading scholars in religion and interfaith studies, will speak at a presidents associates dinner at the university of oklahoma on monday, sept. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america 2012, his second book, had just been published.
Pluralism, prejudice and the promise of america and acts of faith. Drawing on legendary philosophies and rarely told stories of reverend martin luther king, jr. Common reading book author eboo patel speaks about faith. In this eyeopening talk, he pinpoints the moral values that liberals and conservatives tend to honor most. The story is ostensibly about the creation of the interfaith youth core iyc, an organization dedicated to engaging young people with. Eboo patel exemplifies admirably, and with great energy and charisma this ideal of the united states as a religiously plural society. Sep 22, 2015 the author of this years common reading book, eboo patel, spoke about interfaith work, the exploratory nature of college life and other ideas from in his book to a large audience in cohen auditorium last night. A primer, to be published this august by beacon press.
Here is a look at our fifth book in the new testament filtering through all the examples we see of the word faith. Oct 27, 2016 eboo patel is the founder and president of interfaith youth core. Eboo patel kicks off saint martins lecture series with a. His lecturing style combines the enthusiasm of a revival preacher, the popcorn organization of a. We talk with writers from across genres and across the world, and find out why and how. At a tedx event, tedtalks video and live speakers combine to spark. Iraq and afghanistans new democracies are deeply corrupt. Eboo patel generally travels from chicago, il, usa and can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Eboo patel and problematic pluralism juicy ecumenism. Acts of faith, a beautifully written story of discovery and hope, chronicles dr. This is a book about how some young people become champions of. When the ifyc held its first national conference, 60 people attended.
The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel. I am not a muslim, i am a christian but growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood as a kid and being an afroamerican i felt at. As peace catalysts, we deeply care about building bridges between faith communities who have little contact and often little respect for one another. Faith jegede tells the moving and funny story of growing up with her two brothers, both autistic and both extraordinary. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on.
While sitting in buddhist meditation, islamic prayers he had learned in childhood came up in his mind. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel beacon press in her thirties, during the great depression, dorothy. Eboo patel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. It was a message he wasnt interested in hearing as a student at the university of illinois at urbanachampaign, feeling intense anger at the injustices of the world. Acts of faith is a unique, compelling, and important story that reframes the dialogue about youth and religion. Eboo patel is a leading voice in the movement for interfaith cooperation and the founder and president of interfaith youth core ifyc, a national nonprofit working to make interfaith cooperation a social norm.
In this important talk, stewart sounds a call to action to rebuild democracy, starting with recognizing why democracy is important not as a. By faith in the name of jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the. Eboo founded interfaith youth core on the idea that religion should be a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of division. Intriguing memoir by an american muslim of indian descent who discovered a calling to interfaith work. The author of this years common reading book, eboo patel, spoke about interfaith work, the exploratory nature of college life and other ideas from in his book to a large audience in cohen auditorium last night. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. Aug 16, 20 patel wrote a book called acts of faith in 2007. In the process, he developed a deep reverence for what all faiths have in common, and founded an interfaith movement to help young people to embrace their common humanity through their faith. It continues in the same rich storytelling fashion, this time plumbing the depths of serious, bridgebuilding leadership in a world beset with huge difficulties. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faithbased neighborhood partnerships. Jul 19, 2007 walking the faith line with eboo patel author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at a. Patel, a founder of the interfaith youth core, traces the personal journey that led to the groups formation and introduces readers to its philosophy.
A wonderful book written by an incredible mind and spirit. He shows how educating a new generation to reject religious intolerance and work for the common good is the only way the world can avoid growing fanaticism and violence. Dec 04, 2012 eboo patel talks about the strong female influences in his own life and how faith can be used as a bridge of cooperation, bringing together nations and cultures. In that work he lays out exactly what he thinks is being accomplished by his work and the ifyc. In his second book, sacred ground, patel talks about how the united. Explorefaith sat down recently with eboo patel, the charismatic founder of the interfaith youth core. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation patel, eboo on. Eboo patel s struggle to forge his identity as a muslim, an indian, and an american. He is an outspoken believer in god who talks at times like a rabbi, imam, priest. In this 15minute ted talk, eboo patel tells of the two women who played formational roles in his own personal, spiritual journey.
His first book, acts of faith, is a fascinating memoir about his calling to educate a new generation to the values of. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, was required reading before they arrived on campus. Excerpt from acts of faith by eboo patel april, 2007. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, which won the louisville grawemeyer award in religion. You cannot take notes during a lecture by eboo patel. Eboo patel, interfaith youth leader eboo patel s grandmother constantly urged him to marry a nice muslim girl. He has spoken at the ted conference, the clinton global initiative, the nobel peace. He is a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faithbased neighborhood partnerships. Jun 23, 2010 eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. Acts of faith frankly discusses the appeal of religious fundamentalism to young people, observing that young peoples spiritual hunger. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faith based neighborhood partnerships. Patel details his life and career extensively in his 2007 autobiography, acts of faith. This hour, we revisit my 2005 conversation with eboo patel, whos just released a new book, acts of faith.
Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people and of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. He took time out of his book tour to talk to me about how. Instead of the usual fare of games, friends, fundraisers, and trips that characterize too much religious youth work, patel reminds us of the critical, urgent need to engage young people as change agents for creating a more civil and vibrant society. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america at the aspen institute on tuesday, november. Acts of faith by eboo patel overdrive rakuten overdrive. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. In this installment of the this american moment series, eboo patel, director of the interfaith youth core, discusses his efforts to promote religious pluralism among young people. In his compelling stage works, hetain patel uses powerful imagery and storytelling to examine questions of identity.
The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, eboo patels projectin contrast to wolfs aim as stated aboveis to convince readers that we should be very concerned about the insides of people when seeking to prevent terrorist acts. In a new blog eboo wrote for the ifyc web site last winter that promised stories of faith improving the world, he addressed his young audience. Eboo patel patel in 20 academic background alma materuniversity of illinois at. Eboo has recently published a memoir called acts of faith. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international organization that brings young people from different faith communities together to build understanding and cooperation. Thomas jefferson, eboo patel, and religious pluralism. He has spoken at the ted conference, the clinton global initiative, and the nobel peace prize forum, as well as college and university campuses across the country. The faith linereligion, conflict, and cooperation in the 21st century.
Psychologist jonathan haidt studies the five moral values that form the basis of our political choices, whether were left, right or center. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Eboo patel talks about the strong female influences in his own life and. Prior to dinner, patel will meet with ou students for an informal discussion. Eboo patel, an american muslim of indian descent, is the founder and director of interfaith youth core, an international nonprofit that is building an interfaith youth movement combining pluralism and compassionate service. Eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. Eboo patels book is story of a muslim growing up in chicago suburbs. Acts of faith is the inspiring story of eboo patels own life journey and his vision in creating an interfaith youth movement. Patel believes that this type of mutual respect and understanding is the big idea of our time. Author of the awardwinning book acts of faith, eboo is also a regular contributor to the washington post, usa today and cnn. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation beacon press. Acts of faith, eboo patel shares his faith journey as an american muslim and the call to religious pluralism which led him to found the interfaith youth core ifyc.
A similar event at northwestern university this past october drew almost a thousand. Acts of faith rel 100 quiz social science flashcards. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. Eboo patel talks about the strong female influences in his own life and how faith can be used as a bridge of cooperation, bringing together nations and cultu.
Eboo patel religious passion, pluralism, and the young the on. Author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at. He is a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faith based neighborhood partnerships. In the book, patel notes that he became interested in religious diversity in. Eboo patel will discuss his latest book, sacred ground. The public is losing faith in democracy, says british mp rory stewart. Patel is the author of the awardwinning book acts of faith. Provide a framework for responding to patels religious journey and to his strong advocacy for interfaith dialogue and action invite readers to share their own spiritual and religious journeys and formative interfaith experiences in a safe and trusting community. I am not a muslim, i am a christian but growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood as a kid and being an afroamerican i felt at times the same way that he did. During the fall 20 semester, firstyear students at saint martins will be required to read acts of faith. Leading religion and interfaith scholar eboo patel to. Jan 01, 2007 acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states.
This month we are happy to share the work of eboo patel. He is the author of acts of faith which won the louisville grawemeyer award in religion. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, eboo patel s projectin contrast to wolfs aim as stated aboveis to convince readers that we should be very concerned about the insides of people when seeking to prevent terrorist acts. Acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. Patel is the founder and president of the interfaith youth core, a member of president obamas inaugural advisory council on faith, and a member of the partners for a new beginning steering committee. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation boston. Acts of faith rel 100 quiz social science flashcards quizlet. In this talk from the ted talent search, she reminds us. In 1998, when he was 22, eboo patel founded the interfaith youth core spelled core because it seeks to be the heart of a larger movement, which now has a presence on 140 college campuses.
Eboo patels book is story of a muslim growing up in. Eboo patel religious passion, pluralism, and the young. Author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at a huge price. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation. He took time out of his book tour to talk to me about how this growing interfaith movement can counter growing hatred. Patel went back to islam not in a mosque, but through contacts with people from other traditions. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation ebook. Eboo patel is director of the chicagobased interfaith youth core. Natasha trethewey and eboo patel how to live beyond this. In other words, his faith formation had occurred in the midst of religious diversity 73. I am preparing for a new course on religious autobiography next semester. The story of islam, the story of pluralism of acts of faith eboo patel discusses his time at oxford, his work with the interfaith youth core, and the discovery of his faith in islam.
Eboo patel calls alqaeda the most effective youth organization in the world today. He was a member of president obamas inaugural faith council, is a regular contributor to the washington post, huffington post, cnn, and public radio, and speaks frequently about interfaith cooperation on college campuses. In this 15minute ted talk, eboo patel tells of the two women who played. Yuyu raus dance skills span a wide range, from ballet to contemporary to chinese classical. Eboo patel gives a thoughtful and at points funny account of his journey to create the interfaith youth core. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation was sent to all incoming firstyears and. June 2014 1 april 2014 1 february 2014 1 january 2014 3 november 20 1 october 20 4 september 20 2 august 20 3 july 20 7 june 20 1 may 20 6 april 20 10 march 20 24 blog stats. One book i intend to use is eboo patel s memoir entitled, acts of faith. This post will exhaustively look at every example we see in the book of acts with a brief commentary on each. His talk on acts of faith is a highlight of firstyear student orientation. Eboo patel is the founder and president of interfaith youth core and the author of acts of faith and sacred ground.
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