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Initiatives & Resources
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...
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