Prior to dinner, patel will meet with ou students for an informal discussion. 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. Author of the awardwinning book acts of faith, eboo is also a regular contributor to the washington post, usa today and cnn. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on. The book is the first in a trilogy that was followed by days of despair in 1987 and concludes with 2005s the limits of love. 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. Aug 16, 20 patel wrote a book called acts of faith in 2007. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation patel, eboo on. Today, religious passion, pluralism, and the young, a conversation with eboo patel, whos out to change the way young people of faith relate to their own religious traditions and those of others. Patel says that the individuals identity is formed from their experiences and from the members of the older generation who guide them. 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. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for. Eboo patel will discuss his latest book, sacred ground.
As i read that book now, it is clear to me that i was intuitively writing in the narrative structure i outline here, although i did not know it at the time. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america at the aspen institute on tuesday, november. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international. Eboo patel religious passion, pluralism, and the young. I often wonder why there is a dearth of literature in the emerging church movement written about interfaith cooperation and tangible efforts to do just that. Acts of faith and millions of other books are available for instant access.
Acts of faith frankly discusses the appeal of religious fundamentalism to young people, observing that young peoples spiritual hunger. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america wednesday, april 17 8. 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. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation.
Eboo patels struggle to forge his identity as a muslim, an indian, and an american. 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. In the book, patel notes that he became interested in religious diversity in college, where he noticed that conversations on multiculturalism and. 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, in the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel in chm, djvu, txt download ebook.
Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel beacon press in her thirties, during the great depression, dorothy. Dec 04, 2012 eboo patel talks about the strong female influences in his own life and how faith can be used as a bridge of cooperation, bringing together nations and cultures. Leading religion and interfaith scholar eboo patel to. In this chapter patel personally identifies himself as a muslim. 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. He is an american ismaili of gujarati indian heritage and founder and president of interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international. Discuss eboo patels book on campus or in your community. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faith based neighborhood partnerships. Acts of faith is the 1985 novel written by rajiva wijesinha. Im krista tippett, and this is speaking of faith from american public media. Eboo patels american story religion in american history.
By faith in the name of jesus, this man whom you see and know was made strong. 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 quotes by eboo patel goodreads share book. Eboo patel is one of the most prominent faith leaders in the united states. The story of an american muslim, in the struggle for the soul of a generation. He is a regular contributor to the washington post, national public radio, and cnn. Intriguing memoir by an american muslim of indian descent who discovered a calling to interfaith work. Patel, a muslim who grew up in the chicago area, is a sociologist with a doctorate from oxford. He describes his own journey of interfaith encounters in his memoir, acts of faith. Firstyear trinity students will have had the chance to judge for themselves. Patel details his life and career extensively in his 2007 autobiography, acts of faith. Eboo patel is founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core.
Eboo patels book is story of a muslim growing up in chicago. 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. Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america will address this complex question at niu during his oneday visit with students, faculty, staff, and community members next week. In the process, he developed a deep reverence for what all faiths have in common, and founded an interfaith movement to help young people to embrace their common humanity through their faith. 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 is a book about how some young people become champions of religious. Eboo patel, one of the nations leading scholars in religion and interfaith studies, will speak at a presidents associates dinner at the university of oklahoma on monday, sept. American novelist philip caputo has also written a novel named 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, which won the louisville grawemeyer award in religion, sacred ground. Acts of faith, a beautifully written story of discovery and hope, chronicles dr.
Here is a look at our fifth book in the new testament filtering through all the examples we see of the word faith. Using the 1983 race riots in sri lanka as a background, acts of faith explores social and political issues which. He says the prejudice he experienced growing up could have taken him down a very different path, but some important role models helped him to escape bitterness. In this second part of the danforth dialogues, we take a long view of how to live beyond this election, with the wisdom of the former u.
The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul. 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 division. Patel, a founder of the interfaith youth core, traces the personal journey that led to the groups formation and introduces readers to its philosophy. This highly acclaimed book is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young people. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the. A primer, eboo is also a regular contributor to the washington. Patel is the founder and president of the interfaith youth core, a member of president obamas inaugural advisory council on faith, and a member of the partners for a new beginning steering committee. Eboo patels book is story of a muslim growing up in. Drawing on legendary philosophies and rarely told stories of reverend martin luther king, jr. Eboo patel is the founder and president of interfaith youth core and the author of acts of faith and sacred ground. In his book, acts of faith, patel discusses the ease at which adults manipulate a. The story of an american muslim in the struggle for the soul of a generation is a book by eboo patel. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, will speak at 6.
Pluralism, prejudice, and the promise of america, and the forthcoming book interfaith leadership. Contact all american speakers bureau to inquire about speaking fees and availability, and book the best keynote speaker for your next event. 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. Jun 23, 2010 eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. Eboo patel was a member of president barack obamas inaugural advisory council on faithbased neighborhood partnerships. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the. He was a member of president obamas inaugural faith council, is a regular contributor to the washington post, huffington post, cnn, and public radio, and speaks frequently about interfaith cooperation on college campuses. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation by eboo patel.
In both we find an engaging personal journey enmeshed with the story of founding one of the. Eboo patel learns firsthand what its like to lose your identity, lose faith in your government, and find out the negativity that can encompass a persons very core. 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. Features 8 chapter summaries and 5 sections of expert analysis. Acts of faith is his story of growing up muslim in america and how he came to believe in religious pluralism. Eboo patel is founder and executive director of the interfaith youth core, a chicagobased international nonprofit building the interfaith youth movement. 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. Eboo patel is the founder and executive director of interfaith youth core ifyc, a chicagobased institution building the global interfaith youth movement. 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.
The story is ostensibly about the creation of the interfaith youth core iyc, an organization dedicated to engaging young people with. May 10, 2012 throughout history violence has played a big role in movements for change. Eboo patel on the importance of religious pluralism. He has spoken about this vision at places like the ted conference, the clinton global initiative, and the nobel peace prize forum, as well. Acts of faith by eboo patel overdrive rakuten overdrive. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle. Acts of faith, 2007 author, speaker, educator, and interfaith leader eboo. One book i intend to use is eboo patels memoir entitled, acts of faith. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation beacon press, he was intoxicated by days vision and by the commitment of her followers to serve the poor in gods name. Eboo patel and problematic pluralism juicy ecumenism. Eboo patels story is a hopeful and moving testament to the power and passion of young peopleand of the worldchanging potential of an interfaith youth movement.
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. In that work he lays out exactly what he thinks is being accomplished by his work and the ifyc. Apr 14, 20 i am preparing for a new course on religious autobiography next semester. 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 youth movement. Acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation, was required reading before they arrived on campus. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation boston. Eboo patel religious passion, pluralism, and the young the on. Eboos core belief is that religion is a bridge of cooperation rather than a barrier of division. If you havent read eboo patels book, acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation,you must. He himself spent time serving the poor at catholic worker houses. Want to learn how the niu community can come together on the common ground of service to make a difference. Acts of faith is a unique, compelling, and important story that reframes the dialogue about youth and religion. Acts of faith is eboo patel s remarkable account of coming of age an.
The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation and founder of interfaith youth core in chicago. As i read that book now, it is clear to me that i was intuitively writing in the narrative structure i outline here, although i did. Eboo patel visits mountain view to discuss his awardwinning book acts of faith. Eboo patel is director of the chicagobased interfaith youth core. 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. The story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation and sacred ground. This presidential contest has surfaced a need to reimagine common life and common good. Free ucsb corwin pavilion s u m m a r y f a c t s eboo patel, found and president of interfaith youth core and author of acts of faith.
Excerpt from acts of faith by eboo patel april, 2007. Acts of faith, my first book, is a longer, more developed story of my personal journey to interfaith leadership. 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. Natasha trethewey and eboo patel how to live beyond this.
Eboo patel talks about the strong female influences in his own life and how faith can be used as a bridge of cooperation, bringing together nations and cultures. Nov 14, 2008 if you havent read eboo patels book, acts of faith the story of an american muslim, the struggle for the soul of a generation,you must. He has spoken at the ted conference, the clinton global initiative, the nobel peace. From interfaith leadership, by eboo patel, chapter 1, the identity of. This post will exhaustively look at every example we see in the book of acts with a brief commentary on each. Throughout history violence has played a big role in movements for change. I am preparing for a new course on religious autobiography next semester. Feb 23, 2010 patel, a muslim who grew up in the chicago area, is a sociologist with a doctorate from oxford.