Brokenhearted? Have a Heart Condition? A Botanica May Offer a Cure
Hundreds of stores selling herbal remedies offer emotional and spiritual support to Latino New Yorkers.
Tag: United By Faith
A New Sanctuary Movement Supports Undocumented Immigrants
How religious congregations are assisting some of the newest immigrants
Meditation and Community Engagement – A Buddhist Monk’s Work in Midtown Manhattan
A Korean Buddhist leader serves multiple constituencies in the city
Seeking a “Peaceful Balance” for Hindus in the U.S.
The challenge of fostering unity in a diverse community
Redefining the Role of Women in Islam
Reima Yosif is a shaykha, a female Muslim scholar. Her focus is on educating Muslim women.
New York’s Muslim Geography, from Apartment Mosques to Prayers in the Street
With some 350 mosques, NYC offers a wide variety of approaches to Islam.
Podcast: Reporting on Religion for and about New Americans
A conversation with journalists covering Judaism and Islam.
Beyond a Religion: Vodou Connects Haitians to their African Roots
Haitian Vodou priest Dòwòti Désir works to overturn myths and stereotypes about her religion.
Wearing the Veil: A Means of Liberation for Muslim Women
Far from being a way to repress women, a Muslim scholar says the veil allows women to be more assertive.
“To immigrate is to experience a chasm” – Reflections of a Rabbi
Part of a round-table discussion by faith leaders sponsored by Feet in 2 Worlds.