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The tradition you were born into was your home, brother wayne told me, but as. Acts of faith, 2007 eboo patel, ifyc founder and president read more about eboo check out eboo patel s new book, out of many faiths. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for. Back in 2011, patel came to concordia college in moorhead minnesota, where i live. Each day of the year has a unique inspirational quote or message with it, along with a short essay to assist in reflection and wisdom. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an. Acts of faith, eboo patel shares his faith journey as an american muslim and the call to religious pluralism which led him to found the interfaith youth core ifyc.

The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation patel, eboo on. Eboo patel, former faith adviser to barack obama and named one of americas best leaders by u. In sacred ground eboo patel takes us deeper into the cause. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, an international nonprofit that is building an interfaith youth movement. It is the autobiography of eboo patel, an indian muslim, who details his lifelong journey of. Sep 19, 2012 in sacred ground eboo patel takes us deeper into the cause. Not for defiling the holy bible by writing bomb in the margin. Acts of faith download pdfepub ebook gets free book. Acts of faith is his story of growing up muslim in america and how he came to.

The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation 9780807077276 by patel, eboo and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, eboo patel establishes himself as the preeminent voice of the interfaith movement. As with acts of faith this is a deeply personal book, as the author tells his own story of engagement. Walter isaacson, author of steve jobs and benjamin franklin eboo patel has been a transformative force in our young and tumultuous. He shows how educating a new generation to reject religious intolerance and work for the common good is the only way the world can avoid growing fanaticism and violence. Acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to. The story is ostensibly about the creation of the interfaith youth core iyc, an organization dedicated to engaging young people with the virtues of religious. Pluralism, patel boldly argues, is at the heart of the american project. Read sacred ground pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel available from rakuten kobo. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. His public lecture was in promotion of his new book sacred ground, about the history of religious pluralism in america. In acts of faith, we follow patel as he moves from his goal of assimilation to a desire to erase his heritage in his american read white, christian atmosphere in high school, to angry pride. In the decade following the attacks of 911, suspicion and animosity toward american muslims has increased rather than subsided.

The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation boston. Eboo patel is founder and president of interfaith youth core, a nonprofit organization that promotes interfaith leadership on college campuses. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the. A similar event at northwestern university this past october drew almost a thousand. The book is about the promise of american pluralism because, simply put, it is people who have protected the promise of pluralism from the poison of prejudice. His lecturing style combines the enthusiasm of a revival preacher, the popcorn organization of a. Patel, a founder of the interfaith youth core, traces the personal journey that led to the groups formation and introduces readers to its philosophy.

In 1998, when he was 22, eboo patel founded the interfaith youth core spelled core because it seeks to be the heart of a larger movement, which now has a presence on 140 college campuses. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the identity of. He speaks here as a muslim as well as an interfaith leader. Few things get us into the christmas mood more than a solid christmas movie, and we all have our favorites. Journeys to sacred india is a sensitive and enriching exploration of the essential meaning and inner dynamics of sacred india.

Nov 11, 2009 eboo patel founder of the interfaith youth core stresses what was in the time of mlk the challenge of the colour line today is the challenge of the faith line. Acts of faith is the inspiring story of eboo patels own life journey and his vision in creating an interfaith youth movement. Acts of faith by eboo patel book excerpt spirituality. Acts of faith and millions of other books are available for instant access. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an. Acts of faith, 2007 author, speaker, educator, and interfaith leader eboo founded interfaith youth core on the idea that religion should be a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. As a young man eboo patel, an american muslim from india, experienced.

The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the. Jan 01, 2007 acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, an international nonprofit that is building an interfaith youth. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people and of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. This highly acclaimed book is a hopeful and moving testament to the power. Acts of faith frankly discusses the appeal of religious fundamentalism to young people, observing that young peoples spiritual hunger. With a new afterword acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. Eboo patel is founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, a chicagobased. And at its heart and at its best, america was about pluralism. Acts of faith, part i i just finished reading the book acts of faith. Acts of faith summary and study guide supersummary.

The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation new edition. Acts of faith by eboo patel overdrive rakuten overdrive. Eboo patel ifyc founder and president to see the other side, to defend another people, not despite your tradition, but because of it, is the heart of pluralism. Follow eboo patel and explore their bibliography from s eboo patel author page. Eboo patel is one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, eboo patels projectin contrast to wolfs aim as stated aboveis to convince readers that we should be very concerned about the insides of people when seeking to prevent terrorist acts.

Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of. Ask anyone to name theirs, and even the grinchiest grinch will have a few answers ready. Not for defiling the holy bible by writing bomb in the margin of his copy. His message is clear there is room for both holding strongly to ones own faith tradition and building bridges of cooperation. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, in which he argues. Sacred ground ebook by eboo patel 9780807077498 rakuten kobo. Patel shows us that americans from george washington to martin luther king jr. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation 9780807006221 by patel, eboo and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Instead of the usual fare of games, friends, fundraisers, and trips that characterize too much religious youth work, patel reminds us of the critical, urgent need to engage young people as change agents for creating a more civil and vibrant society. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, 2007, etc. Seeking educational equity and diversity book club. In sacred ground, author and renowned interfaith leader eboo patel says this. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faith based neighborhood partnerships.

Part memoir, part treatise on the vulnerability of youth who are preyed upon and radicalized by religious zealots, the book examines patels search for his identity, following him from childhood to his time as the founder of. And i do not consider myself a religious person, spiritual maybe, but not religious. Sacred ground isbn 9780807077481 pdf epub eboo patel ebook. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people and of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement. Excerpt from acts of faith by eboo patel april, 2007.

Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by. Acts of faith is eboo patel s remarkable account of coming of age an. The furor over the establishment of the ground zero mosque underscores this interfaith leaders urgent plea for pluralism. Eboo patel books list of books by author eboo patel. Drawing on legendary philosophies and rarely told stories of reverend martin luther king, jr. Acts of faith, 2007 author, speaker, educator, and interfaith leader eboo founded. This discussion guide provides a framework for responding to patel s religious. He felt most alive during shabbat services on friday nights. The story of islam, the story of pluralism of acts of faith eboo patel discusses his time at oxford, his work with the interfaith youth core, and the discovery of his faith in islam. Jun 23, 2010 eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. I enjoyed immensely acts of faith, and this book is no different.

This american muslim of indian descent has written a fascinating and timely memoir about his calling to educate a new generation to the values of religious tolerance and service to all humanity. He is an american ismaili of gujarati indian heritage and founder and president of interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international nonprofit that aims to promote interfaith cooperation. Sep 04, 2012 the furor over the establishment of the ground zero mosque underscores this interfaith leaders urgent plea for pluralism. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a. One book i intend to use is eboo patel s memoir entitled, acts of faith.

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Interfaith activist eboo patel, a member of president obamas inaugural faith council, talks about his book sacred ground. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, with a new afterword. When the ifyc held its first national conference, 60 people attended. Acts of faith is a thoughtful and inspirational book that explores the unique pressures on people of color today with great insight and sensitivity. Jul 19, 2007 walking the faith line with eboo patel author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at a. An adventure into the heart of spiritual india that could change the way you think and live. Acts of faith, eboo patel shares his faith journey as an american. A visionary book, part comingofage memoir and part callto action. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel 2010, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Eboo patels american story religion in american history. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation. Eboo patel gives a thoughtful and at points funny account of his journey to create the interfaith youth core. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel eboo patel with thoughts on an interfaith setting where each community has a chance to make a unique contribution. Intriguing memoir by an american muslim of indian descent who discovered a calling to interfaith work.

Eboo patel and problematic pluralism juicy ecumenism. In sacred ground, author and renowned interfaith leader eboo patel says this prejudice is not just a problem for muslims but a challenge to the very idea of america. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel a fascinating memoir about the founder of an interfaith youth movement that combines pluralism with compassionate service. A visionary book, part comingofage memoir and part calltoaction. Acts of faith is a remarkable account of growing up muslim in america and coming to believe in religious pluralism, from one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states.

Part memoir, part treatise on the vulnerability of youth who are preyed upon and radicalized by religious zealots, the book examines patel s search for his identity, following him from childhood to his time as the founder of the interfaith youth core group. Aug 16, 20 you cannot take notes during a lecture by eboo patel. Eboo patel s story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith. Ifyc founder and president to see the other side, to defend another people, not despite your tradition, but because of it, is the heart of pluralism. Acts of faith is a thoughtful and inspirational book that explores the unique pressures on people of color today with great insight and acts of faith. A shining vision of the possibilities of interfaith cooperation and pluralistic discourse.

To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Uplifting and invaluable, sacred ground is essential reading for our polarized era. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel is the selection for this months s. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america by eboo patel. Walking the faith line with eboo patel author eboo patel talks about the hate and rejection he sees in many young religious extremists, and why ignoring the faith line that divides us comes at a huge price. Grawemeyer award in religion for his first book religion acts of faith.