Thoughts from the Commons: Critical Race Theory
Our second monthly newsletter from Faith Commons is about Critical Race Theory: In our monthly newsletter, Faith Commons seeks to break down barriers of communication we may put up when […]
Thoughts from the Commons: Israel/Palestine Conflict
Our first monthly newsletter from Faith Commons is about the Israel/Palestine conflict: This monthly newsletter will introduce you to stories, language and strategies that may feel unfamiliar, uncomfortable, and even at […]
Speech by Rabbi Kasten at a rally at the Texas Capitol on reproductive rights
My name is Rabbi Nancy Kasten and I am the Chief Relationship Officer for Faith Commons, a multi-faith organization devoted to bringing the voices of people of faith into the […]
Words of Challenge from a White Pastor
By George Mason Speech to the Texas Legislative Black Caucus March 29, 2021 Introductory Words Many thanks for the invitation to speak to you. I imagine this is an […]
“Dying to Self”
The Pastoral Reflections Institute recently published a video conversation between Monseigneur Don Fischer and Reverend George Mason. The two clergy were both featured for many years on Sunday mornings on […]
Faith leaders call on state leaders to reject Trump’s visit to Texas
Press coverage on the letter (shown below) that Faith Commons circulated to faith leaders in Texas and sent to the governor, lieutenant governor and attorney general: A story on KERA, […]
On Ashura, Muslims recall how faith in God overcomes tyrants
By Imam Dr. Omar Suleiman The story of Moses (peace be upon him) is the most frequently narrated story in the Quran. We learn about his birth, his escape from […]
Who Should Define Religious Freedom and our Nation’s Moral and Spiritual Future?
By Rabbi Nancy Kasten The combination of two recent Supreme Court rulings—one allowing public funds to be allocated to parochial schools and the other shielding religious institutions from anti-discrimination laws—indicates the growing impact […]
Is in-person learning worth the risk?
By George Mason In this time of highly contagious coronavirus, should schools reopen on time, after a short delay, online only or a combination of in-person and online learning? Maybe […]
Is in-person learning worth the risk?
By George Mason July 24, 2020 In this time of highly contagious coronavirus, should schools reopen on time, after a short delay, online only or a combination of in-person and […]