Podcast appearances and mentions of faith forward dallas

Faith isn't just a belief—it's a way of life. Almas Muscatwalla, a dedicated interfaith leader and advocate for social justice, joins Good God to share how her Ismaili Muslim faith calls her into service. In conversation with George Mason, she reflects on the meaning of pluralism, the importance of understanding across differences, and the role of faith in shaping a more just and compassionate society.Muscatwalla co-founded Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square to bring faith leaders together in action on issues like homelessness, racial equity, and refugee support. She has served in leadership roles with the Texas Muslim Women's Foundation, Project Unity, and the Center for Asian Studies at UT Dallas, among others, working to build bridges across communities and create lasting change.

In this episode, we're excited to introduce you to the remarkable Stacey D. Brown, a multifaceted individual who has emerged as a beacon of inspiration and change in the realms of mental health, wellness, and leadership. Featured in the nationally renowned publication, Rolling Out, Stacey wears many hats – she's a mental health and wellness speaker, educator, advocate, and activist, as well as a minister and a loving mother of three. Her journey to this point has been both transformative and inspirational. Stacey began her professional journey in Quality Assurance and Compliance, quickly ascending the corporate ladder with excellence. However, life had other plans. In 2013, a series of tragic events, including the loss of her father and sister, coupled with a severe bout of postpartum depression, sent her life spiraling. The turning point came in 2014, with a failed suicide attempt. Stacey then dedicated herself to a profound process of self-healing through intensive therapy and deep spiritual introspection. This journey ignited her passion for helping others find their own paths to mental wellness, and she embarked on a mission to educate communities on mental health. As the Founder and CEO of Stacey D. Brown Coaching and Consulting, she empowers leaders and organizations to enhance productivity and connectivity by implementing proven wellness strategies and fostering continuous growth. Throughout our conversation, we delve into several key insights: - Discovering Valuable Leadership Transferable Skills: Stacey highlights the invaluable leadership skills that mothers inherently possess, offering a fresh perspective on the synergy between motherhood and leadership. - The 4-Step Method to "Momming" with Less Stress: Stacey shares a practical framework to help moms navigate the complexities of motherhood while reducing stress and achieving balance. - Protecting Your "No" While Guarding Your "Yes": Stacey emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and making deliberate choices to safeguard your priorities. - Developing a Clear Vision for Motherhood and Entrepreneurship: Stacey discusses the significance of having a clear vision for both personal and entrepreneurial growth, providing guidance on how to align your goals with your aspirations. In addition to her impressive career, Stacey is involved in various community organizations, including Faith in Texas, Southern Sector Rising, Dallas Fort Worth Urban League Young Professionals, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and Faith Forward Dallas, among others. Her training in trauma-informed care, mindfulness, meditation, and spiritual development, combined with her role as a Mental Health Peer Specialist in the State of Texas, makes her a force for positive change in the mental health and wellness landscape. Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation with Stacey D. Brown as we explore her journey, the intersection of mental health and spirituality, and the empowering lessons she's learned along the way. Stay tuned and get ready to be inspired! To find out more about Stacey D. Brown: Go to https://www.staceydbrown.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/staceydbspeaks/ FB https://www.facebook.com/stacey.dianne Remember to like, comment, share, and subscribe to this podcast! To find out more about our coaching services go to www.joedetre.com. To learn my about Your Voice Matter Podcast Training Bundle go to https://sociatap.com/josedetre/ Show your support for this podcast at https://paypal.me/CU2Sjoedetre or CashApp $JoseDetre Music by ⁠⁠Hot_Music⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixabay --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joeonthemic/support

This episode is the final installment of a three-part series on redemption and renewal. Imam Omar Suleiman describes redemption as a change in the cravings of the soul, and underscores the importance of generosity and charity for Muslims—especially at this time. He also speaks to the experience of Muslims living as a minority in the United States while fasting during Ramadan.Imam Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, and an Adjunct Professor of Islamic Studies in the Graduate Liberal Studies Program at SMU (Southern Methodist University). He is also the Resident Scholar at Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair Emeritus of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square.

This is a first for us: we recorded this bonus episode on location at a gathering we hosted in Austin, Texas! You'll hear from eleven amazing leaders and practitioners of physical and digital ministry, or “phygital” as we've now learned to say. These pioneers in digital ministry will share their experiences, questions, and ideas for what the digital space makes possible for formation. From designing apps that reach younger generations to exploring virtual reality in the Metaverse, and so much more, this episode is interesting, informative, and inspiring! In this episode, we discuss: What formation is and what the digital space makes possible? (3:20)Three experiences of digital ministry: worship, an app, and campus ministry (18:38)Experiments in the Metaverse and the possibilities of virtual reality (34:36)Ethics and digital ministry (44:37)Reaching the unchurched or dechurched in digital space (51:54)Quotes:“I think the church is supposed to be the one making that clarion call to adventure for people to accept and then we're supposed to equip them along the way to launch them back into the world they came from so they can awaken others. … All the things that happen along the way take us from walking towards Jesus to walking with Jesus.” -Christian WashingtonThere's an app that you can download that actually wakes you up inside of a homeless person's tent. It starts with 360 degree recording of a real person's tent being arrested and dragged out of her tent. Then it fades to black and then you open up in a virtual environment, it's still her tent, but you can reach out and grab her mug, and then it plays an audio story of where the mug came from. You can pick up her journal and flip through it, or you can pick up her family photo and it flashes back to a memory of her and her family. It's immersive, empathy building storytelling where you take somebody and transport them into somebody else's life, experiencing what other people are going through and building empathy across people groups.” -Dan BrackenBios of GuestsRachel BillupsRachel Billups is a visionary, leader, speaker and author. Currently she serves as Senior Pastor at New Albany United Methodist Church, New Albany/Columbus, Ohio. Rachel draws on her love of people and passion to explore new venues for ministry and mission. Rachel is an ordained Elder within the United Methodist Church and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Bible/Religion and History from Anderson University and a Master of Divinity Degree from Duke Divinity School. Rachel is a popular speaker for national gatherings and has recently authored BE BOLD: Finding Four Fierce published by Abingdon Press. You can find her on social media at: @rlbillups.Dan BrackenDan has been on staff at Ginghamsburg Church since 2006, where he serves as Ginghamsburg's communication director. Dan also leads the Ginghamsburg Design Studio, the church's in-house creative media resourcing team where he practices all aspects of communication – video production, graphic design, social media, website development, app creation, creative storytelling, marketing and wayfinding.Phil DiekePhil is a Deacon in the North Texas Conference, currently serving as the Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Digital Ministry at White Rock UMC in East Dallas. He chairs the Board of Church and Society for the North Texas Conference, is a facilitator for Project Unity's Together We Dine, sits on the Executive Board of Texas Impact and the Leadership Council for Faith Forward Dallas. Phil believes technology, like human nature, has the potential to do good and all kinds of harm in this...

The Reverend Dr. Neil G. Thomas is the Senior Pastor of Cathedral of Hope of Dallas, called and elected by the 4,500-member congregation on April 12, 2015, following a year-long search. He began his tenure on June 3, 2015.  In 2015 he has been granted Privilege of Call in the United Church of Christ.  Prior to his arrival at Cathedral of Hope, Rev. Neil served as Senior Pastor of two Metropolitan Community Churches (MCC); MCC Bournemouth, England (1989-2002) and Founders Metropolitan Community Church, Los Angeles  (2002-2015), the founding church of Metropolitan Community Churches, an international movement of churches reaching in and beyond the gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning, and inter- sex community.A member of Metropolitan Community Churches since 1981, Rev. Neil has served in numerous denominational positions including Chair, Board of Ordained Ministries (European District); Member, Elder's Task Force on Education; Member, European District Committee; Member, Board of Samaritan College in Europe; Supervising Pastor, and Ecumenical Officer. He has served on the Moderator's Advising Team and consultant to the Office of Formation and Leadership Development.  As a native of Bournemouth, England, Rev. Neil was born into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. His family left the Mormon Church in his early years. In his 20's, he served as Chaplain to those dying from HIV/AIDS in the Bournemouth area, which led to being an advocate which continues to this day. Rev. Neil is a sought-after speaker and contributor to local, national and international conversations around the intersectionality of faith, color, gender, gender-identity and sexual orientation.Rev. Neil has been a leader with Faith Forward Dallas, which is a diverse coalition of Dallas' faith leaders dedicated to service, hope and a shared vision of peace and justice and serves as a moral compass for the North Texas Community. Rev. Neil is currently co-authoring a book about faith struggles during a pandemic and is highly regarded in the LGBTQIA community not only locally but also throughout the country.On a personal note, Rev. Neil is the father of a young daughter whom he adores.www.fallingoutlgbtq.comhttps://cathedralofhope.com/twitter: @fallinglgbtqinstagram: @fallingoutlgbtqpod

The February Church & Society gathering was a round table conversation discussing why every election, even (and especially) primary elections, matter in the state of Texas. Rev. Phil Dieke was joined by Stacey Brown of Elev8 Movement, Scott Atnip of Texas Impact, and Fr. Paul Klitzke of The Episcopal Church of the Ascension. In this conversation they discuss the importance of education as well as mobilization when it comes to elections. They discuss the value and importance of getting to know your elected officials, rather making sure your elected officials know you so they know what you value and stand for. They also discuss the importance of trusted resources in this age of dis/misinformation. The following list is not exhaustive, but a great place to start: Election Protection in 2022: https://secure.everyaction.com/urmz7w_ZYUyrhRyZOe1Ruw2 League of Women Voters: https://www.vote411.org/ Texas Impact: https://texasimpact.org/ Faith Forward Dallas: https://www.faithforwarddallas.org/

In today's Sit Down, Rev. Phil Dieke was joined by Rev. Virzola Law, Senior Minister at Northway Christian Church, and Rev. Collin Packer, Director of Faith Based Partnerships at CitySquare. Together, they serve as the co-chairs of the Task Force for Racial Equity and Justice at Faith Forward Dallas. In this conversation they talk about the history of racism in Dallas, the long process toward racial equity, the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., and how you can get involved in the work, starting with a 21 day challenged. To find out more about Faith Forward Dallas, visit their website here: https://www.faithforwarddallas.org/

A weekly podcast exploring stories at the intersection of faith and culture through an inclusive Christian lens. This week Mitch and Autumn talk about Omicron and its impact on communities and voting rights. Later, Rev. Dr. George Mason joins the show to talk about his upcoming retirement from Wilshire Baptist Church. George is a nationally recognized religious leader serving the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, Fellowship Southwest, Pastors for Texas Children and Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square. He is the Lead Advisor for the Baptist House of Studies at Perkins School of Theology (SMU). He is also the Founder and President of Faith Commons, a multi-ethnic, multi-faith organization committed to “bringing faith to life” by promoting the common good (www.FaithCommons.org). As part of his work with Faith Commons, he hosts an audio and video podcast, Good God, conversations that matter about faith and public life (www.GoodGodProject.com).

A weekly podcast exploring stories at the intersection of faith and culture through an inclusive Christian lens. This week Mitch and Autumn talk about Omicron and its impact on communities and voting rights.Later, Rev. Dr. George Mason joins the show to talk about his upcoming retirement from Wilshire Baptist Church. George is a nationally recognized religious leader serving the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, Fellowship Southwest, Pastors for Texas Children and Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square. He is the Lead Advisor for the Baptist House of Studies at Perkins School of Theology (SMU). He is also the Founder and President of Faith Commons, a multi-ethnic, multi-faith organization committed to “bringing faith to life” by promoting the common good (www.FaithCommons.org). As part of his work with Faith Commons, he hosts an audio and video podcast, Good God, conversations that matter about faith and public life (www.GoodGodProject.com).

Rev. Celeste interviews Rev. Karen Fry, one of the Spiritual Leaders of Centers for Spiritual Living, Dallas. She's a Science of Mind minister who has a genuine love for all life. Rev. Karen is known for her prosperity consciousness and she is committed to living an abundant life! Karen's father taught her that nothing was hers. She gets to have the energy - the current of life. Money is an expression of this current. She gets to play with this limitless expression. There cannot be a limit in the money. In the 2008 recession, she made more money than she's ever made in her life selling a medical device using spiritual principles. She had a no ceiling income and later became a salaried minister. She did not see herself as limited because she is vigilant in keeping her consciousness aware of unlimited possibilities. She has an e-course called "Money is God in Action". We have to uproot the lies of the past and place our focus on living limitless. Rev. Celeste mentioned Edwene Gaines (https://edwenegaines.wwwhubs.com), who is a prosperity teacher who walks on fire. Karen watched her colleagues in Asheville, NC walk on fire and it was so transformative that she brought the instructor to Dallas. She realized this is for her. She went to Tolly Burkan (tollyburkan.com), who trained Tony Robbins to firewalk, and learned to firewalk from a spiritual perspective because she wants to help people break through barriers. Karen is a certified fire walking instructor. In New Zealand, she bungee jumped off a bridge knowing that the Universe's umbilical cord has her. She saw an energy of lights and held the vision that all is well. It was very freeing. She wants us to know not to let fear stop us, knowing That which is greater than me can do anything.Rev. Karen Fry discovered she had breast cancer seven months after accepting a position as co-spiritual leader and moving to Dallas. Karen used all of her spiritual tools and did a big universal "no" to the cancer. The cancer went away as she forgave herself and moved deeper into loving herself. She asked for the lesson, and rose above the statistics to became cancer-free. Once she fell inlove with herself, she found the love of her life, Rev. Dr. Petra Weldes.Karen started a "Be Love - Pass It On" movement in 2014 after a meditation where she realized that she came here to be boundless love. She made wristbands and t-shirts. It went over really well with teens and others. She continues to ask the question, how can I be love in this moment? The Science of Mind Archives in Colorado has a lot of history and information about spiritual principle. Karen became a member of the board in order for the teachings of Ernest Holmes to last (scienceofmindarchives.com).Rev. Karen is involved with Faith Forward Dallas, an organization that started with Imam Omar Suleiman and AME pastor,  Rev. Michael Waters. People come from different faiths and traditions to stand together.  Starting with the muslim ban, they have stood together at Botham Jean's murder, removed confederate statues in Dallas and gone to the border to support child immigrants with Rev. William Barber. The four areas of focus are immigration, racial equity, gun sense and unsheltered housing solutions.  She finds magic in her life when she is photographing wildlife. It's the closest thing to oneness as she looks through the lens of love at nature. She also finds magic in her 11-month young granddaughter watching her be excited about life in such a pure and joyful way.  Karen finds magic in traveling with Petra.Check out the amazing Science of Mind class at CSL Dallas with Karen's partner, Rev. Dr. Petra Weldes Fry (csldallas.org) or learn to firewalk with Rev. Karen Fry.Listen to Rev. Celeste's poem, Breakouts and Breakthroughs.Support the show (http://paypal.me/rev107)

As the political polarization divides the US population, the once ideas of social progress turned again into securitarian attempts to protect the borders, the job market, the national identity, therefore reviving the White Supremacy mindset. The acceptance of violence, racism and social injustice nurtured the institutionalization of the fears depleting the State engagement to dignity. George Floyd's death crystallized the wrath of the minorities seeking for a systemic change with the unprecedented massive support of the majority. As a Muslim clerical and human rights activist, Imam Dr Omar Suleiman will share his perspectives on the renewal of the new Civil Rights movements. In a discussion with the French activist Dr Maïmonatou Mar, he will talk about the need to tackle the democratic crisis through a two side strategy: radical and human of reformation (top down) and community empowerment (bottom up). From an updated narration of State racism, Imam Dr Omar Suleiman will point at the urgent need for institutional reforms to collectively break free from social injustice. If rooted in a racial American story of White Supremacy, his description of social injustice will echo with other types of nationalisms worldwide, all of them being threats to life of the most deprived. Imam Dr Omar Suleiman will highlight as well the crucial importance of smart intersectional alliances to restore power and dignity of each and everyone through communities. He will illustrate it with his multiple experiences, including the Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith coalition of clergy for peace and justice operating at the Border.  SPEAKERSImam Dr. Omar Suleiman is a world renowned scholar and theologically driven activist for human rights. He is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He's also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair Emeritus of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith coalition of clergy for peace and justice. He frequently writes for CNN, USA Today, The Guardian, Huffpo, and The Dallas Morning News.His career started in his hometown of New Orleans where he served as the Imam of the Jefferson Muslim Association in New Orleans for 6 years and directed the "Muslims for Humanity" Hurricane Katrina Relief effort. It was in this time that he was noted on a national level as being a strong advocate of community service, interfaith dialogue, and social justice. Most recently, he was recognized by CNN as one of the 25 most influential Muslims in America and included amongst the Fredrick Douglass 200 most influential Americans whose modern day work embody the legacy of the great abolitionist. Maïmonatou Mar, phD, is the cofounder of Gribouilli, the French social venture empowering domestic workers. Gribouilli launched the first community for nannies in Paris. They are key workers but invisible: mainly middle-age women with migration backgrounds who suffered from isolation and the digital divide. Nearly a thousand nannies benefit from information, P2P learning, basic learning and soft skills class for their economic inclusion and access to decent work. Gribouilli offers leadership programs through an Ambassador program for nannies. Ambassadors of Gribouilli therefore collaborate with public-private partners to improve the public policies. They also develop a coop with more inclusive and accessible commercial services to the benefit of the families. Gribouilli is a 3yr multi-award winning organization (Prizes from Paris City, the Foundations JL Lagardère and Deloitte...). Maïmonatou is an A. de Rothschild Fellow, CXC/Ashoka Fellow and a 2020 Paris Talent. 

Faith in Democracy: Lifting Dallas Voices for Justice, Faith Leaders Panel featuring, Rev. Dr. Sheron Patterson, Hamilton Park United Methodist Church, Dr. Omar Suleiman, Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and Faith Forward Dallas, Bishop Eric Gronberg, Northern-Texas Northern Louisiana Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Faith Commons, Moderated by Scott Atnip

Our guest today is Harbhajan Singh Virdee. He is a member of the Sikh Community and has been residing in the North Texas area for over 30 years. He is a founding member and President of Gurdwara Nishkam Seva (Sikh Temple) in Irving. He has been representing the community on various interfaith groups such as Faith Forward Dallas and the Interfaith Council of the Thanks-Giving Foundation. Harbhajan has organized many charitable projects such as supporting food banks and activities to raise funds for cancer research.

George A. Mason has been senior pastor at Wilshire since August 1989. His three decades as pastor follows the pattern of his predecessor, Bruce McIver, who was pastor at Wilshire 30 vibrant years. George is a nationally recognized faith leader, rooted in congregational life. He combines the prophetic and pastoral voices within and beyond the church. He has served in leadership roles with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, Fellowship Southwest, New Baptist Covenant, Duke Divinity School, Perkins School of Theology, Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square and other local and global ecumenical and interfaith endeavors. He is the founder and president of Faith Commons, a multi-faith, multiethnic nonprofit organization committed to promoting the common good from a faith perspective. George is the host of the Good God project, a weekly audio and video conversation sponsored by Faith Commons. He is a frequent op-ed contributor to the Dallas Morning News on subjects of public interest that intersect religion, such as public education, race relations and predatory lending. He writes a monthly column on public theology for the Lakewood/East Dallas and Lake Highlands editions of the community news magazine The Advocate. At Wilshire, George birthed and directs a pastoral residency program that has become a model for other congregations nationwide since 2002. His book, Preparing the Pastors We Need: Reclaiming the Congregation's Role in Training Clergy, was published in 2012 by Alban Press. One of his passions is encouraging those whom God has called into vocational ministry. George earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 1978 from the University of Miami (Florida), where he was a quarterback on the football team. He holds both the Master of Divinity (1982) and Doctor of Philosophy (1987) degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. His doctoral field of study was systematic theology, with a minor in philosophy of religion. His dissertation was God's Freedom as Faithfulness: A Critique of Juergen Moltmann's Social Trinitarianism. A native of New York City, George has been married to his wife, Kim, since 1979. They have three children and five grandchildren. He enjoys all sports, including politics, but especially golf.

Imam Omar Suleiman is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research, and an Adjunct Professor of Islamic Studies in the Graduate Liberal Studies Program at SMU (Southern Methodist University). He is also the Resident Scholar at Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square. He holds a Bachelors in Accounting, a Bachelors in Islamic Law, a Masters in Islamic Finance, a Masters in Political History, and is currently pursuing a Phd. in Islamic Thought and Civilization from the International Islamic University of Malaysia.

The release date of this episode is the same date as Isra and Miraj in our Islamic calendar. This is a significant night and date into our tradition and faith. It was an honor to have Imam Omar Suleiman share with us how our fitness journey and working for our goals can be related to the journey Prophet Muhammad s.a.w took! Imam Omar Suleiman is a world-renowned scholar and civil rights, activist. He is the Founder and President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He's also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, faith leaders united for peace and justice.  He's also the founder of MUHSEN, a non-profit umbrella organization serving the community to establish a more inclusive “Special Friendly" environment for our Brothers & Sisters of all Disabilities. To learn more about Yaqeen Institute, please visit https://yaqeeninstitute.org/. And to learn more about Muhsen please visit https://muhsen.org/ You can also follow Imam Omar on social media at Omar Suleiman on Facebook and ImamOmarSuleiman on Instagram as well as on Twitter!  Do not forget the Ramadan Prep Challenge starts on April 8th this year! To sign up, visit www.befit4akhirah.com before the doors close down. Let's get active with a purpose and let's get ready for Ramadan! Be Strong. Be Fit. BeFit4Akhirah.

Almas Muscatwalla believes that "worshiping God and serving humanity" are the only two purposes of life. She is the Executive Director of Faith Forward Dallas, an active member of the Ismaili Muslim Community, and serves on the board for the Dallas-Fort Worth Muslim Jewish Advisory Council (MJAC). In the middle of a cafe after the lunch rush, Almas shared why she works to strengthen relationships between peoples with diverse perspectives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brianwilliamsmd/message

George Mason and Omar Suleiman discuss the relationship between Christians and Muslims and the important work of Faith Forward Dallas.

The Community Connection Radio Show hosted a live broadcast of the Dallas Against White-Supremacy rally held Aug 19 2017 Dallas City Hall Plaza via SoMetro Talk internet radio station. The event was co-hosted by the following Supporting Organizations: * NOW (National Organization of Women) * UNA-USA Dallas Chapter * Indivisible * Faith Forward Dallas * ICNA-Dallas * Mothers Against Police Brutality * Downtown Residents Against Confederate Glorification * Snider for Congress * Lawyers for America * America's Choice for Discerning Citizens * Feed A Million Veterans * SURJ-DFW * Stonewall Democrats of Dallas *DSA-North Texas *Society of Native Nations *Dallas County Democratic Party Speakers included: * Abeerah Muhammad, activist and member of In Solidarity; * Hieremila Haile, activist and member of In Solidarity; *Connie Trinh, activist and member of In Solidarity; *Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters, Joy Tabernacle A.M.E Church and Faith Forward Dallas, best-selling author and Dallas Theological Activist; * Alia Salem, Muslim community leader and activistl * Lee Merrit, Civil Rights Attorney; * John Fullenwinder, activist and advocate with Mothers Against Police Brutality; * Rev. Eric Folkerth, Northaven UMC and Faith Forward Dallas; * Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Co-Chair, Faith Forward Dallas * Rabbi Andrew Paley, Temple Shalom and Faith Forward Dallas *Omar Narvaez, Dallas City Councilman; * Chris Hamilton, co-founder of Lawyers for America; *Yolanda Blue Horse, Co-founder Society of Native Nations and DAPL activist; * Joanna Cattanach, candidate for Texas State Representative, HD108; * Ernest Walker, activist and founder of ACDC and FeedAMillionVets; * Edward Sebesta, Neo-Confederate researcher and expert; * Justin Snider, candidate for U.S. House, TX-06; *Deborah Beltran, DSA-North Texas; *Julie Ross, PWD advocate

The Community Connection Radio Show hosted a live broadcast of the Dallas Against White-Supremacy rally held Aug 19 2017 Dallas City Hall Plaza via SoMetro Talk internet radio station. The event was co-hosted by the following Supporting Organizations:* NOW (National Organization of Women)* UNA-USA Dallas Chapter* Indivisible* Faith Forward Dallas* ICNA-Dallas* Mothers Against Police Brutality* Downtown Residents Against Confederate Glorification* Snider for Congress* Lawyers for America* America's Choice for Discerning Citizens* Feed A Million Veterans* SURJ-DFW* Stonewall Democrats of Dallas*DSA-North Texas*Society of Native Nations*Dallas County Democratic PartySpeakers included:* Abeerah Muhammad, activist and member of In Solidarity;* Hieremila Haile, activist and member of In Solidarity;*Connie Trinh, activist and member of In Solidarity;*Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters, Joy Tabernacle A.M.E Church and Faith Forward Dallas, best-selling author and Dallas Theological Activist;* Alia Salem, Muslim community leader and activistl* Lee Merrit, Civil Rights Attorney; * John Fullenwinder, activist and advocate with Mothers Against Police Brutality; * Rev. Eric Folkerth, Northaven UMC and Faith Forward Dallas;* Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Co-Chair, Faith Forward Dallas* Rabbi Andrew Paley, Temple Shalom and Faith Forward Dallas*Omar Narvaez, Dallas City Councilman;* Chris Hamilton, co-founder of Lawyers for America;*Yolanda Blue Horse, Co-founder Society of Native Nations and DAPL activist;* Joanna Cattanach, candidate for Texas State Representative, HD108;* Ernest Walker, activist and founder of ACDC and FeedAMillionVets;* Edward Sebesta, Neo-Confederate researcher and expert;* Justin Snider, candidate for U.S. House, TX-06;*Deborah Beltran, DSA-North Texas;*Julie Ross, PWD advocate

The Community Connection Radio Show hosted a live broadcast of the Dallas Against White-Supremacy rally held Aug 19 2017 Dallas City Hall Plaza via SoMetro Talk internet radio station. The event was co-hosted by the following Supporting Organizations:* NOW (National Organization of Women)* UNA-USA Dallas Chapter* Indivisible* Faith Forward Dallas* ICNA-Dallas* Mothers Against Police Brutality* Downtown Residents Against Confederate Glorification* Snider for Congress* Lawyers for America* America's Choice for Discerning Citizens* Feed A Million Veterans* SURJ-DFW* Stonewall Democrats of Dallas*DSA-North Texas*Society of Native Nations*Dallas County Democratic PartySpeakers included:* Abeerah Muhammad, activist and member of In Solidarity;* Hieremila Haile, activist and member of In Solidarity;*Connie Trinh, activist and member of In Solidarity;*Rev. Dr. Michael W. Waters, Joy Tabernacle A.M.E Church and Faith Forward Dallas, best-selling author and Dallas Theological Activist;* Alia Salem, Muslim community leader and activistl* Lee Merrit, Civil Rights Attorney; * John Fullenwinder, activist and advocate with Mothers Against Police Brutality; * Rev. Eric Folkerth, Northaven UMC and Faith Forward Dallas;* Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Co-Chair, Faith Forward Dallas* Rabbi Andrew Paley, Temple Shalom and Faith Forward Dallas*Omar Narvaez, Dallas City Councilman;* Chris Hamilton, co-founder of Lawyers for America;*Yolanda Blue Horse, Co-founder Society of Native Nations and DAPL activist;* Joanna Cattanach, candidate for Texas State Representative, HD108;* Ernest Walker, activist and founder of ACDC and FeedAMillionVets;* Edward Sebesta, Neo-Confederate researcher and expert;* Justin Snider, candidate for U.S. House, TX-06;*Deborah Beltran, DSA-North Texas;*Julie Ross, PWD advocate

Falaq is dedicated to delivering highly effective, enjoyable and engaging programs that will empower our clients to discover their true potential through excellence in consultancy, training & development.  Public Event with Sh Omar Suleiman....   Sheikh Omar Suleiman is the President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He's also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith alliance for peace and justice. Originally from New Orleans, LA, he began his journey of traditional Islamic learning in the year 2000 and has spent years studying in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Malaysia, etc. Upon becoming certified in various traditional sciences, he completed a Bachelors degree in Islamic law, a Bachelors degree in Accounting, a Masters degree in Islamic finance, a Masters Degree in Political History, and is in the process of completing his PhD from the International Islamic University of Malaysia in Islamic Thought and Civilization. His career started in his hometown of New Orleans where he served as the Imam of the Jefferson Muslim Association in New Orleans for 6 years and directed the ICNA Relief “Muslims for Humanity” Hurricane Katrina Relief effort. It was in this time that he was noted on a national level as being a strong advocate of community service, interfaith dialogue, and social justice. He co-founded the East Jefferson Interfaith Clergy Association and was awarded for his outstanding civic achievement by the Mayor and City Council of New Orleans in 2010. He then moved to Dallas and became the Resident Scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center in 2013 and more recently, Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks Giving Square. In Dallas, he has been a noted leader and voice for peace, and has partaken as a representative of the Muslim Community in many city functions. He has since been a guest at various national functions to share his experiences in community building. Shaykh Omar most recently founded the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research which is a think tank that focuses on instilling conviction based on Islamic texts, and producing contribution. He also founded M.U.H.S.E.N (Muslims Understanding and Helping Special Education Needs), a nonprofit umbrella organization serving the community to establish a more inclusive “Special Friendly” environment for our Brothers & Sisters of all Disabilities. Shaykh Omar has taught Islamic Studies at the university level since 2008 with Mishkah University, Al Maghrib Institute, Bayyinah Institute, and the Islamic Seminary of America. In media, he's one of the creators of the internationally acclaimed “Inspiration Series” which has reached millions of Muslims and Non Muslims through YouTube and Islamic Television stations worldwide. He's also known for his series on Quran weekly as well as his contributions to Hadith of the Day.  

Mahin, SIM and Sh. Amir talk to Imam Omar Suleiman about his childhood in Louisiana, activism and the Dallas-Fort Worth shootings. Imam Omar Suleiman is the President of the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research and a professor of Islamic Studies at Southern Methodist University. He’s also the resident scholar of the Valley Ranch Islamic Center, and Co-Chair of Faith Forward Dallas at Thanks-Giving Square, a multi-faith alliance for peace and justice.