Posted in Interfaith, Media, Volunteer Opportunities on Jan 11th, 2010
A recent article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch highlighted how local Muslims and Christians worked together to address homelessness. Several of our community members were interviewed and quoted. Below is a quote from the article:
And for seven or eight years, on Christmas, Virginia Muslim Coalition volunteers pitch in to help feed the church’s guests.
It is a [...]
Posted in Civic Engagement, Interfaith, Media on Nov 25th, 2009
Several of our fellow faith leaders came together to express some concerns to Governor-Elect Bob McDonnell regarding his refusal to personally reject the comments made by Rev. Pat Robertson. Below is an op/ed published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
An Open Letter to Virginia Governor-Elect Robert F. McDonnell: Words Matter
Dear Governor-Elect McDonnell:
Last week in response to the [...]
Posted in Media on Nov 6th, 2009
Richmond, Virginia - November 5, 2009.
Virginia Muslim Coalition for Public Affairs Condemns Shootings and Violence at Fort Hood, Texas
The Virginia Muslim Coalition for Public Affairs condemns today’s cowardly attack at Fort Hood, Texas. We are shocked and saddened by the outburst of violence that cost several brave service members their lives and gravely injured [...]