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    The Interfaith Cooperation Committee (IFCC) at ÐÔÊÓ½ç FCC works closely in collaboration with the Office of Mission and Ministry and the Office of Lasallian Belonging, along with the Gros Institute for Dialogue, Justice, and Social Action. In keeping with our Catholic and Lasallian heritage, IFCC strives to foster a safe and welcoming campus community at ÐÔÊÓ½ç through the development of three aspects of affirming religious diversity which leads toward interfaith cooperation:

    1. Appreciative knowledge of religious, spiritual and secular beliefs and practices through study and encounter,
    2. Attitudes and behaviors demonstrating respect, open-mindedness and solidarity, and
    3. Active inclusion of all through the development of meaningful relationships among people of diverse faith traditions and secular worldviews.

    History

    The IFCC was formed in 2017 in response to a request from a community member to hold interfaith events that would enrich our community dialogue and engagement around issues of shared concern, with the goal of advancing the common good. The first Interfaith Forum was held that year, which focused on caring for the environment due to the universality of religious and humanitarian teachings and values that call us to respect the earth and all that dwells upon it. From that time onward, the Interfaith Forum (now called the FIRE) has been an annual event.

    IFCC membership has brought representatives together from around campus, including faculty from all five colleges and various staff members and students. Our work has been guided consistently by our Lasallian Mission as well as our connections with and other interfaith or interreligious organizations.

    Joining IFCC

    We welcome all faculty, staff, and students who would like to contribute in meaningful ways to an inclusive, interfaith culture on campus to join with us. Please reach out to the current chair of IFCC, Dr. Elizabeth Sartell (esartell@lewisu.edu), if you would like to join our committee. Student voices and representation are especially appreciated!

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