Coexist Fellowship

ABOUT

Our nation was founded on the principle of religious freedom. This has resulted in religious diversity in our country. And yet, we very rarely talk to people of other faiths about what makes their beliefs different than our own. Ignorance breeds fear. Understanding leads to acceptance.

Participants in this fellowship with Rabbi Rachel Greengrass at Temple Beth Am will learn about other faiths by visiting their houses of worship, interfacing with their clergy and teens, and comparing the beliefs of others to their own beliefs.

In our increasingly interconnected and interdependent world, we cannot afford to segregate ourselves within our synagogues, mosques, and churches. Rather, we must educate ourselves and each other, thus taking a necessary first step toward global understanding and religious harmony. This fellowship is about respectful coexistence with others whose faiths, customs, and views are different than our own. By exploring our differences and similarities, we strengthen our connections to the Jewish faith while building respect for the diversity of other faiths in our community.