South Dakota Faith in Public Life Response to the conflict in Israel and Palestine
We at South Dakota Faith in Public Life acknowledge the suffering and loss of life that has already occurred and is occurring in Israel...
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Initiatives & Resources
South Dakota Coalition Speaks Out Against White Supremacy In South Dakota
South Dakota Coalition speaks out against White Supremacy in South Dakota This South Dakota coalition embraces the growing diversity of...
Respected Resources for Accurate Information about Muslims in America
Prepared by South Dakota Faith in Public Life, Jan. 2018 Identifying Anti-Muslim Organizations It is difficult to know which internet...
South Dakota’s Changing Neighborhood: Accurate Facts and Figures
Accurate Facts and Figures About Immigration and Religious Minorities in South Dakota Introduction: A Long History of Immigrants South...
Preaching About Anti-Immigrant and Anti-Muslim Bias
How can I possibly preach about Muslims or refugees without risking that my preaching will come across as partisan or politicized? When...
Resources on Islam for Sermons & Education
Belief Net on Islam: http://www.beliefnet.com/faiths/islam.aspx The Pluralism Project at Harvard University www.pluralism.org A reliable...
Resources on Refugees & Migrants for Sermons & Education
Syrian Journey: Choose Your Own Escape Route This is an interactive role-play that invites participants to experience the vetting process...
Example Sermon: “Love your Neighbor: No Exceptions”
“Love your Neighbor: No Exceptions” Luke 10:25-37 Luke 10:25-37 Jesus tells a story about being a neighbor. 25 Just then a...
Adult Education Idea: Walk in the Shoes of Syrian Refugees
Adult Education Idea for Congregations: Walk in the Shoes of Syrian Refugees Introduction This adult education resource is designed to...
Tips & Resources for Writing Op-Eds & Letters to the Editor on Ally-ship
Tips & Resources for Writing Op-Eds & Letters to the Editor on Ally-ship and Standing with Vulnerable Communities RESOURCES Our website...
Examples of Published Letters to the Editor & Op-Eds
Letters to the Editor Letter: Offer friendship because we are Americans Mohammad Qamar, Sioux Falls 2:57 p.m. CT Feb. 4, 2017 Argus...
Social Action Ideas for Congregations
Introduction We hope that congregations across South Dakota will find a way to act to “Love Your Neighbor. No Exceptions” in your...
Children’s Books about the Immigrant Experience
Children’s Books about the Immigrant Experience that Encourage Kindness and Empathy One Green Apple by Eve Bunting This lovely book tells...
Statement on Neighborhood Market Vandalism
Our nation was founded by immigrants and has, since its inception, welcomed those who seek a haven from oppression or simply a better...
Love Your Neighbor. No Exceptions.
In 2017 Faith in Public Life worked to build relationships and counter the spread of hate, scapegoating, and incivility in South Dakota...
A Moral Obligation to Wear Masks, November 2020
We serve on the Board of SOUTH DAKOTA FAITH IN PUBLIC LIFE, a diverse group of religious leaders committed to dialogue about...
Civility in Public Life
South Dakota Faith in Public Life was founded on the dual premises that civil dialogue is fundamental to a healthy democracy and that...
Payday Loans
Payday Lending The Board of Directors of SD Faith in Public Life studied the payday lending industry in 2015-16. The Board interviewed...
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