Parliament of Worlds Religion 2004 Barcelona

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

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positive difference in the world. During this session, three religious leaders from different traditions will discuss the core values of their respective faiths that might inspire people towards lives of social activism. They will also reflect on how well their religious communities have succeeded in this regard in recent decades and what might be done to be more effective in this regard.
Rabbi Emeritus Sidney Schwarz, Ph.D., founder and president of PANIM: The Institute for Jewish Leadership and Values, currently serves as Rabbi Emeritus of Adat Shalom Reconstructionist Congregation in Rockville, Maryland. Additionally, Dr. Schwarz is the co-author of numerous books and over 100 of his articles have been published.
Born Raghu Raj Raja, into the royal family of Kerala, India, His Holiness Swami Sadyojathah found his calling at a young age and was attracted to community initiatives for the betterment of society. Over the years His Holiness has personally initiated more than 25,000 people in countries around the world.
Professor Emeritus of Theology at Xavier University, Cincinnati (Ohio, USA), he has been working with "Christians for Peace in El Salvador" and has published a critical survey of Christian approaches to other religions: "Introducing Theologies of Religions" (2002). He is also on the Board of Trustees of the International Committee for the Peace Council.
Partner Cities and Capacity Building Opening Session
Rev. Dirk Ficca
Richard Weingarten
Room 117, Spanish/English/Catalan
Come hear from Executive Director Dirk Ficca, CPWR staff, and volunteers about the ongoing work of the CPRW and CPWR sponsored programs at the Parliament. Learn about the history of CPWR and how you can connect with the ongoing work of the CPWR throughout the week.
Rev. Dirk Ficca has been with the Parliament of the World's Religions since 1992, and has been its Executive Director since 1998. He was formerly a Presbyterian Minister in Benton Harbor, Michigan for ten years.
Richard Weingarten is an investment banker and financial advisor. He has done considerable organizational development and strategic planning work in the private and not-for-profit sectors with planning, management, and fundraising issues, and has traveled and worked extensively around the world.
Challenges Facing Sikh Identity
Bhai Sukhbir Singh
Pal Ahluwalia
Bhai Sahib Bhai Mohinder Singh.
Nikky-Guninder Singh
Jagbir Jhutti-Johal Gurharpal Singh
Program Descriptions Thursday, July 8, 2004
ENGAGEMENT SESSION 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Japjeet Kaur Inderjit Singh
Room 120
In the wake of the twin tower attacks, Sikh identity has been problematized. Sikhs condemn the demonisation of any person who endures racial vilification and is not allowed to freely practice their religion. Yet, there are commonly held misconceptions about Sikhs. This seminar seeks to explore the complicated nature of Sikh identity in the contemporary world, and deal with the challenges and opportunities presented by globalisation.
Bhai Sukhbir Singh has previously been a school teacher in London. He is currently a businessman and volunteer of the Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha.
Pal Ahluwalia is Professor of Politics at Goldsmiths College, University of London, and a volunteer of the Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha.
Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh is the Chairman of Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha in Birmingham, United Kingdom. He is both a patron and member of several interfaith organizations, and serves as an advisor to the Sikh Heritage Trust.
Professor Nikky-Guninder Kaur Singh is the Chair and Crawford Family Professor of Religious Studies at Colby College.
Dr. Jagbir Jhutti-Johal is a lecturer in Sikh Studies, University of Birmingham.
Professor Gurharpal Singh is the Nadir Dinshaw Professor of InterReligious Relations at the University of Birmingham.
Ms. Japjeet Kaur is a Psychology student, and a volunteer of the GNNSJ.
Inderjit Singh is Director of the Network of Sikh Organisations.
Lessons from Phoenix: Creating Peace in a World of Religious Violence
Rev. Paul Eppinger
Gurukirn Kaur Khalsa
Rev. Kyra Baehr
Namagundalu Venkobarao Shamasundar
Priscilla Eppinger
Sybil Eppinger
Sardarni Sahiba Gurukirn Kaur Khalsa
Room 121, English
Interactive Workshop
Religious ignorance and misunderstanding have erupted into violence and murder in the Phoenix, Arizona area with synagogues, temples, churches, and mosques desecrated and violated. The Sikh community has been especially targeted with murders, shootings, and other acts of violence. Over the past eight years we have learned how to bring strength and support
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