This week, we’re holding two truths at the same time: our calls for joyful civic engagement by people of faith and conscience are resonating – and also that some Coloradans are facing targeted campaigns of hatred by those who want to exploit our religious differences for their own power. As we’re preparing for election dayContinue reading “Choosing Civic Joy Over Division”
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Get Your Tickets Today!
Every year we are thrilled to host our annual Force for Good Reception and Awards to gather in community, learn how to face challenging issues together, and celebrate those in Colorado who are working to be a Force for Good! Featured speakers include longtime Colorado journalist and trusted civic and political voice, Gloria Neal, asContinue reading “Get Your Tickets Today!”
Do You Have a Plan to Vote?
As Coloradans, we believe that voters choose our representatives. The Vote is Sacred reflects the foundational principle that in a healthy democracy, every eligible citizen can vote and participate in our elections. While efforts to prevent eligible people from voting can be discouraging, showing up to exercise our right to vote is among the mostContinue reading “Do You Have a Plan to Vote?”
Defending Universal Pre-K at the U.S. Supreme Court
We filed an amicus brief with the US Supreme Court! Interfaith Alliance of Colorado, alongside our national organization, Interfaith Alliance, filed an amicus brief in support of Colorado in the St. Mary Catholic Parish v. Roy case, which will be argued before the Supreme Court on November 3rd. We were proud to again partner withContinue reading “Defending Universal Pre-K at the U.S. Supreme Court”
Are You Voting Your Values?
Our staff works together every year to bring you current and useful information on voting. Interfaith staff also thoughtfully consider the issues up for a vote on the ballot, sharing our analysis and recommendations. This year, we’re releasing the guide through our The Vote is Sacred campaign. Our belief in the sacredness of our rightContinue reading “Are You Voting Your Values?”
Are You Registered to Vote?
Interfaith Alliance of Colorado invites you to join our The Vote Is Sacred campaign! September 15th was National Voter Registration Day, so make sure you are registered to vote! Find out more on our campaign page. Among the common values that unite the more than two dozen faith traditions in our network are the beliefContinue reading “Are You Registered to Vote?”
Interfaith Poll Chaplain FAQ
In alignment with Interfaith Alliance of Colorado’s vision of “Achieving Democracy Together,” for the 2026 midterm elections our team is all in on protecting Coloradans’ right to vote! An important part of our strategy is to make sure that on Election Day, November 3, 2026, voters are protected and supported at polling locations around theContinue reading “Interfaith Poll Chaplain FAQ”
Building Harmony and Mutual Respect
“Religious strife must be avoided at all cost, under no circumstances should it be allowed. People may hold different religious beliefs, but the bottom line is that we are all human beings. We all seek happiness and desire peace. Religion should bring people together. It should unite the potential for good in people’s hearts towardContinue reading “Building Harmony and Mutual Respect”
Love of Community: Paganism, Hellenic, & Roman
Reciprocity or Right Relationship is common in many Pagan traditions. This principle means living with respect, balance, and mutual care among people, spirits, and the natural world. Across many Pagan paths, compassion is rooted in the belief that all life is interconnected and sacred. This includes humans, the Earth, animals, spirits, ancestors, and the divine.Continue reading “Love of Community: Paganism, Hellenic, & Roman”
Love of Community: Christianity
Christianity follows the principle of Compassion, from the Latin compati meaning “suffer with.” In progressive Christianity, compassion is understood as the very heartbeat of God and the essence of what it means to live in the way of Jesus. Compassion is not limited to emotion—it is love in action, a conscious commitment to alleviate suffering,Continue reading “Love of Community: Christianity”