Miller Center for Interreligious Learning & Leadership of Hebrew College

Each month, we honor an interreligious hero. This April, Hebrew College Visiting Professor Rev. Rob Schenck honors Bishop Mariann Budde of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, who will receive an honorary doctorate from Hebrew College at our 2025 commencement ceremony.

The Right Reverend Mariann Edgar Budde, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, DC, burst onto the national scene this past January. During the customary post-inauguration prayer service held at the National Cathedral, Bishop Mariann humbly implored the newly seated second-term president, Donald Trump, to have mercy on those afraid of his intended policies, which could place them at risk. She named LGBTQ+ folks and immigrants in particular.

This was during intensive week at Hebrew College, and my phone started bursting with texts, emails, calls, and alerts about my friend of more than seven years....
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Beacons of Hope: Our Interreligious (S)Heroes – Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde | Hebrew College Hebrew College

February 24, 7pm at Hebrew College!
"Sacred Snaps: Photovoice for Interfaith Engagement"

Join the Miller Center for Interreligious Engagement in welcoming Roman Williams, author and founder of Interfaith Photovoice, for this interactive book launch and workshop event!

Register here: https://hebrewcollege.edu/events/book-launch-workshop-seeing-the-sacred-through-interfaith-lenses/

As you prepare to cast your vote in this historic and highly divisive presidential election, we invite you to pause and reflect on your values and commitments, and to give thanks for the opportunity to participate in this time-honored democratic rite. Before making your way to the voting booth — entering the closed quarters of this sacred space — you may wish to read Interfaith America’s collection of poetic reflections by individuals from different spiritual and ethical traditions, representing the diversity of our beloved nation. This collection of prayers was edited by Rabbi Or Rose and includes offerings from Miller Center staff Rev. Rob Schenck, rabbinic intern Rafi Ellenson, and former team member Rev. seigen johnson.

Interfaith Prayers Before Voting - Interfaith America Five interfaith leaders across the U.S. from different spiritual and religious traditions write poetic reflections during this voting season.

Sukkot, A Festival of Gratitude: Exploring the Climate Crisis and Consumer Choices
Live on Zoom! Monday, October 21, 7pm ET/4pm PT
Register: https://aleph.org/civicrm/event/register/?reset=1&id=574

Vote For the Best Jewish Bridge Builder! Rabbi Or Rose | Rabbi Or Rose is a founding member of the rabbinic faculty at Hebrew College in Newton, MA. As a pluralistic rabbinical school, Hebrew College is devoted to rigorous study of the full breadth of Jewish religion and culture. As a firm believer in the College's mission, Rabbi Rose uses...

One week from today! Registration available:
hebrewcollege.edu/events/leading-faithfully-in-a-time-of-division-a-virtual-retreat-for-religious-leaders/

As spiritual and ethical leaders – clergy, educators, organizers, etc. – we are challenged in this moment to respond thoughtfully to the dangerous divisions in our society. Please join us on June 24 for a timely exploration of how we might engage authentically and empathically in the shared labor of mending our beloved nation. Knowing how busy you are with work and life, please feel free to join for whatever fits your schedule

Monday, June 24: Leading Faithfully in a Time of Division: A Virtual Retreat for Religious Leaders

Register at the link below!

As spiritual and ethical leaders – clergy, educators, organizers, etc. – we are challenged in this moment to respond thoughtfully to the dangerous divisions in our society. Join us for a timely exploration of how we might engage authentically and empathically in the shared labor of mending our beloved nation. Knowing how busy you are with work and life, please feel free to join for whatever fits your schedule. We will be enriched by your presence and insights.

Please email [email protected] with any questions. We are honored to be co-sponsoring this event with Interfaith America

“E pluribus unum—Out of many, one!”

Leading Faithfully in a Time of Division: A Virtual Retreat for Religious Leaders | Hebrew College Dear Colleagues and Friends, As spiritual and ethical leaders – clergy, educators, organizers, etc. – we are challenged in this moment to respond thoughtfully to the dangerous divisions in our society. Please join us on June 24 for a timely exploration of how we might engage authentically and em...

Join us Tomorrow! Book Launch:
With the Best of Intentions: Interreligious Missteps and Mistakes

Pluralism in Practice: Case Studies of Leadership in a Religiously Diverse America

"The Oys & Joys of Interreligious Engagement: A Conversation and Book Launch"

Editors Lucinda Mosher, director of the MA in interreligious studies program at Hartford International University for Religion and Peace and senior editor of the Journal of Interreligious Studies, Elinor Pierce, director of research for the The Pluralism Project at Harvard University, and Rabbi Or Rose, Miller Center Director, will join in conversation about how these books came into being and how they contribute to the ongoing work of interreligious understanding.

The Oys & Joys of Interreligious Engagement: A Conversation and Book Launch | Hebrew College Presenters: Dr. Lucinda Mosher, Elinor Pierce, and Rabbi Or Rose With the Best of Intentions and Pluralism in Practice are two new groundbreaking books that utilize the case method to explore interfaith relations. With the Best of Intentions documents cases of missteps and outright failures in i

"Preparing Our Hearts: Feasting and Fasting in our Traditions", Friday, March 1st in partnership with Boston Theological Interreligious Consortium and Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry

Only 8 days away! Register here:
https://hebrewcollege.edu/fasting-and-feasting-in-our-traditions-rsvp/