Parliament of Worlds Religion 1993 Chicago IL

Author(s): Parliament of the World’s Religions
Publisher: USA Parliament of the Worlds Religions

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Tuesday, August 31. Seminars & Lectures
Massachusetts, Amherst; a masters/doctoral student in
Robotics/Computer Science.. Murli Buluswar-MS Economics student, Auburn University; a mas
ters/doctoral student in International Finance/economics; journal
ist, freelancer to College Journals and Indian News Papers/Media. Vijayalakshmi Susarla-Ph.D. in Psychology, Andhra University, India,
Assistant Director, Institute of Yoga and Consciousness, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam India; author, Effect of Yoga on Anxiety etc.
4:00 PM–4:45 PM Clark Wing #2 "The Doctrine of Jainism and its Contribution to World Peace" Shantilal Sheth The presentation takes the view that the reciprocal and intimate relationship between the personalistic and social dimensions of human life as envisaged in Jainism lends foundational support to the idealistic of the tradition. The view is substantiated by an analysis of the concept of Anuvrata. The key term used is that of "moral regeneration" of man. And the leading idea that emerges is that religion, according to Jainism, is an instrument of personal transformation though the latter has a positive and perennial influence on the institutional (social) life of man. Shantilal Sheth philanthropist well-known for his activities in the
Jain community in India; former Superintendent, P.V. Research Institute, Varanasi; eminent scholar of Jainology; delegate to the World Peace Council, Moscow, 1967; well-versed in Prakrit, Pali, Sanskrit, Gujarati, Hindi, and English
communities and individual members of the Jewish and Roman Catholic Traditions. It is a world community rooted in Religion, upholding freedom, affirming service, and seeking peace. This workshop will present in depth the history and programs of the IARF and its vision of openness to diverse expressions of faith and wisdom necessary to realize justice and peace in the world. Rev. Marlene Walker -King School for the Ministry, Berkeley,
California; minister of Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Frederick Maryland; Member of Board of Directors US Chapter,
International Association for Religious Freedom. Rev. George Kimmich Beach--Senior Minister, Unitarian Church of
Arlington, Virginia; Board of Trustees, U.S. Chapter of IARF; IARF World Congresses in Holland, Tokyo, Palo Alto; Commission on Appraisal of the Unitarian Universalist Association; editor of essays by James Luther Adams; graduate of Oberlin College, Harvard
Divinity School, Wesley Seminary. Rev. Alice Blair Wesley-Unitarian Universalist Minister; serves a con
gregation in Bel Air, Maryland; member of IARF since 1978, attending congresses in England, the Netherlands, Japan and Germany, often presenting papers, has served on the Board of the American Chapter of the IARF.
4:00 PM-5:30 PM Clark Wing #3 "Ethics and Values: a Sikh Perspective" Balbir Singh Nijjar; Dr. Darshan Singh; Ms. Sahib Kaur; Gurinder Singh Mann (Moderator: Dr. Jagmeet Singh Soin) Balbir Singh Nijjar-President, Sikh Missionary Society, Canada;
General Secretary, Canadian Institute of Sikh Studies. Dr. Darshan Singh-Professor and Chairman, Dept. of Guru Nanak
Sikh Studies, Punjab University, India. Writer of several books on
Sikh philosophy and theology. Ms. Sahib Kaur-author, Sikh Thought; educator. Gurinder Singh Mann-Professor of Sikh Studies, Columbia
University, New York.
4:00 PM–5:30 PM Clark Wing #6 "Interreligious Dialogue: Why and How? Part II: Experiencing Interreligious Dialogue" Dr. Rahim Sheikholeslami; Rev. Dr. Charles R. White A workshop to help clergy and lay participants gain skill and confidence in interreligious dialogue. Provides information, guidelines, and practical techniques for engaging in dialogue with people of other religions. Part II: A number of exercises with structured formats for interreligious dialogue will be introduced that require role playing, imaging, and/or sharing perceptions of religious beliefs and practices. The participants select a subject and the format for dialogue. Dr. Rahim Sheikholeslami-Founder and President, Society for
Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue, Wallingford, Pennsylvania; Muslim; interdisciplinary credentials in education, administration, psychology, and religion; broad experience in human resources, leadership development teaching, research, and
interfaith dialogue. Rev. Dr. Charles R. White-Founder and President, Multifaith
Resources, Wofford Heights, Pennsylvania; ordained minister, Presbyterian Church (USA); degrees in sociology and religion; extensive experience as pastor, teacher, administrator in intercultural and interreligious situations.
4:00 PM4:30 PM Clark Wing #4 "The Evolution of Jainism in North America: Achievements and Challenges" Dr. Sulekh Jain The lecture will deal with history, progress and evolution of Jain Community in North America. There are 50,000 Jains and 70 Jain organizations which comprise the dynamic and progressive Jain Community. Dr. Sulekh Jain-President of the Federation of Jain Associations in
North America (1989-present); for four years, secretary of JAINA; actively involved in Jain activities in North America.
4:00 PM-5:30 PM Clark Wing #7 "A Christian Approach to Dialogue" Dr. Jay G. Williams This workshop will involve discussion of some important Scriptural passages related to the process of dialogue. Participants will consider together such stories as the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus meeting with the woman at the well, and the Prologue to John. Exploring the idea that the Christian commandment to love your neighbor not only encourages but requires interreligious dialogue and genuine respect for other religions Dr. Jay G. Williams-M.Div., Union Theological Seminary; Ph.D.,
Columbia University; Professor of Religion, Director of Asian Studies, Hamilton College, Clinton, New York; author, Ten Words of Freedom; Yeshua Buddha; The Riddle of the Sphinx; Judaism; Along the Silk Route.
4:00 PM–5:30 PM Clark Wing #5 "What is the International Association for Religious Freedom and What Has It Been Doing for the Last Hundred Years?" Rev. Marlene Walker; Rev. George Kimmich Beach; Rev. Alice Blair Wesley The International Association for Religious Freedom (IARF) is a world community of religious organizations encompassing 55 member groups representing religious traditions from all continents. The IARF include liberal Christians and Unitarians, Buddhist, Shinto, Hindu, Muslim and Sikh groups as well as tribal
4:00 PM-5:30 PM Clark Wing #8 "An Agenda for Change: Interfaith Impact" Rev. James Bell; Robert Greenwood This workshop will explore the new potential that exists in our working together on Public Policy. Interfaith Impact is the voice of Protestants, Jews, Catholics, and Muslims turning shared values into votes on Capitol Hill.
Rev. James Bell --Executive Director, Interfaith Impact, Washington,
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