Podcasts about rabbi ted falcon

July 10, 2022Talk Title: "Is Freedom Still Ringing?"When parades of celebration turn to pageants of protest, and when promises of peace turn to panoramas of pain, where is the freedom we need? Rabbi Ted wonders not only “Is Freedom Still Ringing?” but “Can We Still Hear It?”Speaker: Rabbi Ted Falcon

The three branches of the Abrahamic religious tree are Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Each of these monotheistic faith systems have many differences, but they also have much in common. On this episode, Kevin and Lee are joined by Muslim Imam Jamal Rahman and Pastor Donald McKenzie. Jamal and Donald are two of the three members of the 'Interfaith Amigos', and along with Rabbi Ted Falcon (who unfortunately was unable to join us in our conversation) have worked for 20 years to increase interfaith dialogue between adherents of all religions. This was a fun and profitable conversation, and we think you'll enjoy it! For more info on the Interfaith Amigos, check out their website www.interfaithamigos.com We'd love to hear from you! Email us at exploringfaithpursuinggrace@gmail.com Thanks for listening!    

November Theme: Practical Spirituality: A Blessing Acknowledged is a Blessing MultipliedWhen we look though the lens of “Life is full of blessings” we begin to see them everywhere. The Law of Cause and Effect states that what we give our attention to increases. So, to see the good around us is to attract more good to us. A grateful heart draws great things to it. The grateful person loves to share their blessings with others!Talk Title: The Spiritual Mysteries of ChanukkahThis Sunday, explore the Spiritual Mysteries of Chanukkah with Rabbi Ted Falcon, joining us via video. Rabbi Ted continues to deepen his own spiritual teaching teaming with Tovah Zev at the Anokhi Institute. Together, in addition to special classes, they offer weekly “Office Hours,” Monday evening meditations, Sacred Circle spiritual support groups, and a monthly New Moon Evening of Chant and a Shamanic Kabbalat Shabbat. Ted and Tovah believe that now more than ever our world needs us to open to a more elevated and inclusive Consciousness. You can find out more at www.RabbiTed.com.

March 7, 2021 Rabbi Ted Falcon will lead us on an exploration of what actually contributes to our health and happiness and what does not.

Among the great tragedies of the Corona Virus Pandemic is the inability to be physically present with friends or family who are hospitalized. That's especially true of those who are dying. The Pacific Northwest Interfaith Amigos, Rabbi Ted Falcon, Pastor Dave Brown and Imam Jamal Rahman return in this episode of Challenge 2.0 to examine the wounds created by the grief of not being able to say goodbye. They also offer thoughtful strategies to heal those wounds.   Find out more at https://pathstounderstanding.org

The physical threat of the Corona Virus is obvious. We only have to look at the daily statistics of those infected and the fatalities. The more subtle danger is the impact of both the virus and social separation on our emotional health. In this episode of Challenge 2.0, we welcome the return of the Interfaith Amigos, Rabbi Ted Falcon, Pastor Dave Brown and Imam Jamal Rahman. They will examine the threat the Pandemic poses to our mental health, and offer strategies to find peace and resilience.

Our journey through the Psalms of Summer continues with Rabbi Ted Falcon returns to Salt House to orient us in a Jewish reading of Psalms and to teach us how to use Psalms as a daily practice to ground deeply in who we are.

“COVID-19 knows no boundary of country, it knows no boundary of race or culture or religion… apparently knows no boundary of age… of language. COVID-19 demonstates exceptionally clearly how incredibly interconnected we all are, and calls us to a kind of mutual support, should we wish to survive, as humankind on this planet.” Today’s talk from our long-time friend Rabbi Ted Falcon was recorded several weeks ago, but we pre-empted it last week so that Rev. Karen could speak to the issue of the current protests.  However, his spiritual message remains fresh and relevant. Ted’s talk begins at 12:05. Worship Arts material comes from our Seattle Unity Worship Arts Team.  Go here for the full service video, including a slide show of pictures from BLM protests around the world. Take advantage of all the ways we can stay connected during this time, including after-service fellowship and Wednesday evening Zoom services.  And as always, see our Facebook  page or our Instagram for more, including quotes from our lesson notes, readings, and more.. Want to get regular updates? Stay updated with our most recent newsletter here.

We welcome Rabbi Ted Falcon to Salt House to speak on forgiveness. Such good stuff!

Sufi Imam Jamal Rahman reveals insights from Rumi, Hafiz and other poets into the ways that Koranic verses can nourish personal, community, racial, economic and environmental healing. According to the Koran, a good life is built “50% of the visible and 50% of the invisible” meaning rooted in the work of the heart and the spirit. This can be supported by building in internal circle of love within oneself and/or an external authentic community centered in care for one another, trust in each other’s inherent vulnerability and common aspirations of truth and patience. Imam Rahman also shares practices to incorporate therapeutic silence, embracing emotions without attachment and having the moral courage to talk about where religion has gone astray. His perspective is deeply informed by his nearly two-decade long partnership in the Interfaith Amigos with Pastor Donald Mckenzie and Rabbi Ted Falcon. Find more about Imam Rahman from JamalRahman.com, InterfaithCommunitySanctuary.com, InterfaithAmigos.com and enjoy 50-60 short videos (2-6 minutes each) about Islam, Sufism, and various meditations on his YouTube channel at Call of Compassion Northwest by searching his name Jamal: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=call+of+compassion+nw+jamal

Jesus was Jewish - and our experience as Jesus-followers is deepened beyond measure when we make room to listen to the stories, experiences and teaching of our Jewish friends. This Sunday, we welcome back Rabbi Ted Falcon as we turn to parts of the Creation Story in Genesis (and one of God's questions found there), letting our questions form (and form us), together.

Imam Jamal Rahman is a popular speaker on Islam, Sufi spirituality and interfaith relations. Since 9/11/2001 Jamal has been collaborating regularly and actively with Rabbi Ted Falcon and Pastor Don Mackenzie. Affectionately known as The Interfaith Amigos, they travel the country sharing a message of inclusive spirituality.  Along with his Interfaith Amigos, he has been featured in the New York Times, on CBS News, the BBC and various NPR programs. Co-founder and Muslim Sufi minister at Interfaith Community Sanctuary and adjunct faculty at Seattle University, he is a former host of Interfaith Talk Radio and travels nationally and internationally, presenting at conferences, retreats and workshops.    Your comments and suggestions can be sent to: Podcast@sdiworld.org Our main website can be found at: https://www.sdiworld.org  Thank you for tuning in. Please click the [Subscribe or Follow] button so you don't miss an episode.

As we contemplate the story of the Magi who visited Jesus after his birth, we begin to see that our experience of Christmas extends far beyond a one-night celebration with candles. Epiphany is a season of light, and as the light continues to grow with the changing of the seasons, we turn our hearts and minds to the practice of prayer - our series focus for this winter season.

The Interfaith Amigos (Imam Jamal Rahman, Pastor Don Mackenzie and Rabbi Ted Falcon) presented at Common Good Books in St. Paul on June 6. By The Rivers had the honor of recording their presentation and the question and answer session that followed. They spoke about their journey, shared their learning and read from their latest book. Some links mentioned in the podcast:Interfaith Amigos Books SupportPatreon: Please support this podcast by visiting and donating. FeedbackYou can share feedback on this episode on Twitter @by_the_rivers or #BTRpodcast, or via email podcast@bytherivers.org. We welcome audio and written comments.Other By The Rivers Podcast episodes are available on:By The Rivers website iTunes Spreaker

Pastor Don Mackenzie, Rabbi Ted Falcon, and Imam Jamal Rahman—The Interfaith Amigos, coauthors and celebrated spiritual teachers—bring their friendship, humor, and respective deep spiritual roots and leadership to Soulstream. In this conversation, we come to understand Jihad, reflect on spirituality and climate change under the shared Tree of Life, and learn practical ways to heal our collective misunderstandings.  

Wednesday, August 13, 3 pm ET The Halli Casser-Jayne Show takes a look at prayer with the author and contributors to the powerful book: HOW DO YOU PRAY: Celeste Yacaboni, Mirabai Starr, Jamal Rahman, and Steve Bhaerman.Celeste Yacaboni is passionate about helping people discover a deeper experience of the sacred in their daily lives. Ordained a Minister of Walking Prayer by the Center fro Sacred Studies, she facilitates healing and transformation through her unique approach to spiritual direction and her mastery of a number of healing arts. Her book HOW DO YOU PRAY? Is an inter-spiritual prayer book and resource guide to an emerging global spirituality, which embraces our religious and spiritual diversity.Miarabai Starr is a critically acclaimed author and translator of sacred literature. She teaches and speaks widely on contemplative practice, inter-spiritual experience and the transformational power of loss. Her book DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL was released on the same day that Mirabai's fourteen year old daughter, Jenny, was killed in a car accident. Iman Jamal Rahman is a popular speaker on Islam, Sufi spirituality and interfaith relations. He has been featured in the New York Times, CBS News, BBC, and various NPR programs.  Jamal is the author of several books. Since 9/11, Jamas has been collaborating with Rabbi Ted Falcon and Pastor Don Mackenzie. Affectionately known as the Interfaith Amigos, they tour the country sharing the message of spiritual inclusiveness.Steve Bhaerman is an internationally known author, humorist, and workshop leader. For more than 27 years, he has written and performed as Swami Beyondananda, the “Cosmic Comic.”

In part 2 of a 4-part series, Rabbi Ted Falcon of the Three Interfaith Amigos shares his views on progressive Judaism.

Pastor Don Mackenzie, Rabbi Ted Falcon and Imam Jamal Rahman -- known as the Interfaith Amigos --are co-authors of “Getting to the Heart of Interfaith:The Eye-Opening, Hope-Filled Friendship of a Pastor, a Rabbi & a Sheikh.” Known for their unique blend of spiritual wisdom and humor, they openly address the usual taboos of interfaith dialogue — the “awkward” parts of each tradition — in order to create a more authentic conversation -- a conversation about the real issues that make interfaith dialogue and cooperation difficult.

Joining us from Seattle, The Interfaith Amigos consists of Pastor Don Mackenzie, Rabbi Ted Falcon and Imam Jamal Rahman. Known for their wisdom and humor while talking about religion, these men have worked together to try and make sense of the confusion that often accompanies interfaith dialog. They are the authors of two books "Getting to the Heart of Interfaith" and "Religion Gone Astray: What We Found at the Heart of Interfaith." During the program, we'll be focusing on the second book.