Intrigued by its striking architecture, I wandered into an ornately decorated Buddhist Temple the way one wanders into a museum. Through two heavy columns bearing carvings of stylized foliage, a …
Un-Islamic, Radical Terrorists: A Tool for Election Hype
Neighbors were frightened of Mohamed Lahouaiej-Bouhlel, the man who plowed a truck into a celebratory crowd in Nice, France, killing more than 80 people and injuring over 200. People who …
Ideas for an Eco Friendly Vacation
“We don’t have to engage in grand, heroic actions to participate in the process of change. Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” — Howard …
Post 9-11: Adversity Transforming and Strengthening the Muslim Community
Terror in Paris. Mass killing in San Bernardino. These words were burned into my mind in the past few months as we were faced yet again with the horrific slaughter …
I Never Loved Jesus Until I Found Islam
I remember fragrant and tasty family dinners at my grandparents’ house. A picture on the wall near the dining table of a blue-eyed man with long,light-brown hair gazed at us …
By Time, Volunteer
It’s August, but Elizabeth has already started sewing dolls at her church for the gift boxes they distribute to needy children during the winter season.This year she’s donated one sewing …