FOURTH AVENUE – UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

October 12, 2021 | 0 COMMENTS | by admin

This letter is written to support the vital work of The Salaam Network (TSN), a community not for-profit which provides education and advocacy to assure that all people are informed about the history, theologies, and traditions of the Abrahamic faith communities in an ongoing effort to assure safety, dignity and understanding of all people. There has been much misunderstanding, recently about Islam but historically about Jewish and some Christian groups. This has led to exclusion and violence. TSN provides excellent programs that specifically dispel these misunderstandings and myths.

Our church, Fourth Avenue United Methodist, has been grateful for and supportive of the work of TSN. One of our clergy members, The Rev. Dr. Donna T. Morton, has served on TSN’s Core Group and she coordinated a four weeks series at our church, co-sponsored with Central Presbyterian Church, The Cathedral of The Assumption, and The Guiding Light Mosque. These lectures and presentations drew around 50 to 60 people each week. In addition to the excellent scholarly presentations, we also had a panel of Muslim high school and college students. Although It was disheartening to hear their stories of bullying and exclusion, their resilience and commitment to compassion and justice is amazing.

TSN provides vital voices to our city, leading us toward the vision of the beloved community. Your support is needed. As TSN seeks to continue its important mission in the community.

Rev. Craig Tuck

November 12, 2019