Muslims uphold the principle of Raḥmah, meaning mercy and compassion. A foundational value in Islam, Raḥmah is essential to one’s relationship with God and creation, and shapes every dimension of faith and daily life. It reflects mercy, love, and care, all of which flow from one of God’s greatest attributes: “Ar-Raḥmān” (The Most Compassionate) andContinue reading “Love of Community: Islam”
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Love of Community: Nichiren Buddhism
Nichiren Buddhism, a specific school of thought within the Buddhist tradition, holds to the principle of Compassion – praying for, embracing, and encouraging others. Compassion is the very soul of Nichiren Buddhism. To pray for others, making their problems and anguish our own; to embrace those who are suffering, becoming their greatest ally; to continueContinue reading “Love of Community: Nichiren Buddhism”
Interfaith Awareness Week 2026
Interfaith Alliance of Colorado is thrilled to announce that Colorado Governor Jared Polis has proclaimed August 9th – 15th 2026 Interfaith Awareness Week! The proclamation acknowledges that “interfaith awareness, understanding and cooperation affirms and protects our constitutional rights and our multi-faith democracy” and “the work of building harmony and mutual respect among people of faithContinue reading “Interfaith Awareness Week 2026”
How are the Supreme Court’s recent rulings going to affect you in Colorado?
From March through June of this year, the Supreme Court of the United States released their opinions on court cases relating to a number of topics affecting Americans around the country and in Colorado. As many of these cases will impact policy in Colorado, the policy team at the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado has beenContinue reading “How are the Supreme Court’s recent rulings going to affect you in Colorado?”
Congratulations to Our 2025 Force for Good Award Recipients!
We are thrilled to announce this year’s Force for Good Award Recipients! Thank you so much to all who joined us on November 13th to help us celebrate these dynamic awardees from across the great state of Colorado! And, a special thanks to our sponsors for supporting our work together! The Force for Good AwardContinue reading “Congratulations to Our 2025 Force for Good Award Recipients!”
Democracy, Religious Freedom, and Vulnerable Communities: Inside Interfaith’s Strategic Plan
For over year, our Board of Directors and Staff have been hard at work defining, planning, and implementing our new Strategic Plan! While I values remain the same, we embark on our new strategic journey with a renewed and refined purpose tailored to this moment. In this pivotal time for our democracy, our national organizationContinue reading “Democracy, Religious Freedom, and Vulnerable Communities: Inside Interfaith’s Strategic Plan”
Don’t Miss 2025 Force for Good!
Every year, Interfaith is proud to gather with change-makers from across Colorado to enjoy community, learn from one another, and to celebrate the work happening throughout our great state to protect our shared values as people of faith and conscience. We invite you to join us for this year’s Force for Good Reception and Awards:Continue reading “Don’t Miss 2025 Force for Good!”
Transformation Begins with Determination
Words for the Week: February 3, 2025 Rev. Dr. Butler, Imam Ali, CEO Smith, Rev. Dr. Miller, and Rev. Dr. Mayes at the Blaxplanation event for History Colorado The task of building a better America – the best possible America – is one that requires the participation of every person. We should not wait forContinue reading “Transformation Begins with Determination”
New Year – Deeper Mission
Welcome to 2025! We hope you all enjoyed the holiday season and were fortunate enough to spend the time with loved ones, enjoying good food and great conversation! 2024 was a very busy year for us, tracking three ballot measures and advocating for interfaith values across our beautiful state. We’re grateful to YOU for walkingContinue reading “New Year – Deeper Mission”
2023 Force for Good Luncheon
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 Force for Good Luncheon and 25th Anniversary Reception! We were honored to welcome Governor Jared Polis, Secretary of State Jena Griswold, as well as a host of community leaders and advocates from across the front range! We even had attendees who joined us from as far awayContinue reading “2023 Force for Good Luncheon”