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The International Association for Religious Freedom. Bringing together liberal religious communities and individuals since 1900.

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 2d

Blessed #Samhain to IARF members, Pagans, and indigenous believers! Honoring ancestors and the sacred turning of the season. A beautiful part of diverse traditions celebrating light amid the growing dark. 🍂🕯️✨

The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 10d

Today's webinar: 'The Science of Consciousness' w/ Prof. Mark Reimers. Explore the link between neuroscience & religious understanding. See details & join here: https://iarf.net/events/event/the-science-of-consciousness-with-professor-mark-reimers/

"The Science of Consciousness" with Professor Mark Reimers

How do the billions of neurons in your head, looking like tangled rice noodles, give rise to consciousness? Can we even define consciousness? We may not agree on a precise…

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 13d

Join our free webinar: "Zen Practice and the Middle Path with Rev. Ming Po". Sessions on Oct 22 (16:00 UTC) & Oct 23 (02:00 UTC). Open to all!

#Zen #Buddhism #Interfaith #Webinar

https://iarf.net/events/event/zen-practice-and-the-middle-path-with-rev-ming-po-2/

Zen practice and the Middle Path with Rev. Ming Po

Rev. Ming Po, an American Zen Buddhist priest will discuss Zen practice and the Middle Path. The passcode (if needed) is 043765. Some Reading for those who wish: Cosmopolitan Zen…

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 14d

As our Hindu, Jain & Sikh friends celebrate Diwali, we're reminded of the universal power of light over darkness, a theme of hope echoing from Hanukkah to Vesak. Happy Diwali! #Diwali #FestivalOfLights #Interfaith #ReligiousFreedom

The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 17d

Online: Report & recordings from our EME conf. on 'The Limits of Tolerance'. Ft. keynote by Seyran Ateş. Videos have EN/DE subtitles.

Read/watch: https://iarf.net/the-limites-of-tolerance-and-religious-freedom-report-from-the-2025-eme-conference/

#ReligiousFreedom #Interfaith #IARFConf2025

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · 18d

Join us for a busy autumn! 🍂 We have online events on Zen practice, the science of consciousness, democracy, and more.

Find the full schedule and join the conversation:
https://iarf.net/events

#Interfaith #ReligiousFreedom #Spirituality #OnlineEvents #Webinar

The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · Oct 2

Br. Britto Arul, Secretary of the IARF India Chapter, commemorates the life and work of Br. M.D. Sebastian, SHJ. Read the full tribute here: https://iarf.net/in-memoriam-bro-m-d-sebastian-shj/

In Memoriam: Br. M.D. Sebastian, SHJ

The International Association for Religious Freedom (IARF) remembers with deep gratitude the life and legacy of Bro. M.D. Sebastian SHJ (1941–2025), who dedicated his life to promoting peace, harmony, and interfaith understanding.

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The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · Oct 2

To all our Jewish members, we wish you a meaningful and reflective Yom Kippur. May this Day of Atonement bring you peace, forgiveness, and a renewed spirit. G'mar Chatima Tova.

The International Association for Religious Freedom @iarf.bsky.social · May 27

IARF President George M. Williams honors the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Richard "Dick" Boeke (1931-2025), a tireless advocate for interfaith cooperation and religious freedom whose work bridged faiths worldwide: iarf.net/the-rev-dr-r...