I’m getting around to this post a little later than I wanted to. Last Sunday was the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Because of this, many of the podcast I listen to centered around this event or about Islam. They were all enlightening, encouraging and made me want to share them with you.
The first is from “This American Life.” I blogged about this podcast in March of 2010. This week they chose to share stories from people who had previously been on the show and whose lives had been affected by the events that happened on 9/11. The most touching story for me was about a Muslim teenage girl who had to move schools. Here’s the link to check it out.
Neue is a podcast that was created by the makers of RELEVANT magazine. It usually spotlights ministers and thinkers that are shaping the future of the church. This week they interviewed Eboo Patel. He is the founder and President of the Intrerfaith Youth Core. Throughout the interview they discuss 9/11, as well as how Muslims and Christians can work together. It is a really good interview and Patel has good ideas. I highly recommend it. Here’s the link.
Last, but not least. My church Mosaic started a new series last week. Here’s a video from Erwin, the Pastor, explaining what it’s all about.
Last week he started with Islam. In the beginning he shared a conversation he had with Mustafa Akyol. Akyol is Muslim in Turkey and has written the book “Islam Without Extremes.” It was a nice change to hear Islam described by an actual Muslim, than by a pastor spouting off facts he’s read about. I encourage you to listen to this message. It was great to hear someone re-iterate things that I have thought about for a long time. Here’s the link.
I hope one or all three of these leaves you with a new perspective and something to think about. If you do happen to listen to one, I would love to hear your thoughts.
Until next time..PEACE OUT!
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