In Judaism, Rachamim, meaning compassion and mercy, is a guiding principle. It is one of the thirteen attributes of God, and comes from the word racham, which means womb. This roots Rachamim in relationship, how we understand each other’s experiences and how we hold each other. It also demonstrates how compassion is connected to howContinue reading “Love of Community: Judaism”
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Love of Community: Wicca and Druidry
In Wicca, the principle of “Harm None” is an ethical teaching that encourages empathy and non-harm. In Wicca and many other neo-Pagan traditions, compassion is reflected in ethical teachings like caring for others, acting responsibly, and respecting free will. The Wiccan Rede states, “An it harm none, do what ye will,” encouraging thoughtful, compassionate actions.Continue reading “Love of Community: Wicca and Druidry”
Love of Community Across Faith Traditions
Interfaith Awareness Week is August 9-15! We honor and celebrate the rich history and diversity of faith traditions in Colorado, the United States, and around the world, especially as calls for peace, community love, and justice abound in every corner. Learn more here! On August 14th we will host a discussion featuring members of ourContinue reading “Love of Community Across Faith Traditions”
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?”
Achieving Democracy Together
Voting Rights & Louisiana v. Callais As people of faith and conscience, we know that voting rights are essential to a just, democratic society; they relate to our common values of human dignity and justice, our struggles for civil rights, and the responsiveness of our government to the needs of our communities. This is whyContinue reading “Achieving Democracy Together”
Religious Liberty at 250
As we approach our nation’s 250th anniversary, we find ourselves standing at a historic crossroads. We are navigating a season of profound political and cultural friction—weathering the harsh and systemic impact of Project 2025, and with it, the emboldened use of faith not to uplift people, but to divide us, control us, and limit ourContinue reading “Religious Liberty at 250”
Our Shared Values in Action: Interfaith’s 2026 Legislative Report
The Path Forward for Colorado As we look back on another year under the golden dome, the Interfaith Alliance of Colorado is proud to share our 2026 Legislative Report. The year came with big debates, complicated questions, and another difficult budget. Our work at the legislature continues to be rooted in the belief that faithContinue reading “Our Shared Values in Action: Interfaith’s 2026 Legislative Report”
Become an Interfaith Poll Chaplain Today!
The Interfaith Alliance of Colorado is deeply committed to protecting democracy and engaging communities across Colorado. We rely on our incredible network of values-aligned congregations, faith leaders, and partners to promote and help in this work. Civic engagement is a key way that we work to ensure these protections. As stated in our logo, weContinue reading “Become an Interfaith Poll Chaplain Today!”
Colorado’s June Primary Election
On June 30th, 2026, Colorado will be holding primary elections for all major and some minor parties in Colorado. As part of Interfaith Alliance of Colorado’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that voters have the best chance to engage civically through the ballot box, we have put together a supplemental resource to our Vote Your ValuesContinue reading “Colorado’s June Primary Election”