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Instead of Families Having to Drive 2 Hours, This Mosque Inside a Church Brings People Together

These families no longer have to worry about making the 2-hour car ride to their nearest mosque because their local church welcomed them in instead.

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Indonesian Example Counters Fears of Radical Religious States in Tunisia/Egypt

Is there any truth to the argument that Islam is incompatible with democracy? The Indonesian example suggests otherwise. In the 12 years since Indonesia underwent a major political transition, the country has emerged as a regional leader in democracy and is globally recognized for its diversity and pluralism.

By Matt DeBlaey

30 March 32 Views

In Rural Iowa Town, a Lifeline of Friendship for Islam

Amid an expanse of undulating Iowa farmland and Catholic and Lutheran churches, the town of Elkader bears the name of a Muslim hero. Abd el-Kader was renowned in the 19th century for leading Algeria's fight for independence and protecting non-Muslims from persecution. Even Abraham Lincoln extolled him. This weekend, for the fifth year in a row, Elkader will welcome a delegation of Arab dignitaries to celebrate this rare lifeline of tolerance.

By Jeanne Goddard

04 May 41 Views

Muslims Have Been Integral to Britain Over the Centuries

Muslims have been an integral part of Britain and of our way of life, at home and abroad, for centuries. Britain is a better, more interesting and richer place because of this diversity.

By Traveling Maedkes

12 July 39 Views

#TBT: Muslims Flooded Streets to Condemn Terrorism, 70,000 Clerics Issued Fatwa Against ISIS

Here's how some Muslims around the world have protested ISIS and terror groups in the last year, including 70,000 clerics declaring a fatwa against them.

By Jim Stout

21 July 32 Views

Man to Donate $14-Million Vegas Winnings to Charity

A Las Vegas man, who calls himself "not much of a gambler", decided to play a Megabucks slot machine while his best friend was in town visiting. He walked out of the Rampart Casino a $14 million winner and said he would give the money to his church for a new building.

By Jeanne Goddard

02 December 37 Views

Evangelical Christians Reach Out to Muslims to Combat Islamophobia

In a place you might least expect it, churches are reaching out to Muslim congregations, trying to stem the flow of Islamophobia.

By Leon

03 June 43 Views

Michigan Mosque Takes in a Homeless Unitarian Church

When construction delays on their new building threatened Sunday services for a church in Michigan, a local Muslim house of worship came to the rescue.

By Jeanne Goddard

20 May 45 Views

Muslim Farmers Build Church for Christian Neighbors in Pakistan -Video

In a region known for religious violence, Muslim farmers in Pakistan are putting money and muscles together to help build a church for the Christians there.

By Jeanne Goddard

12 June 33 Views