Press release from Church World Service and Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign:
For Immediate Release: November 17, 2015
Contact: Megan Cagle, Church World Service, (602) 399-0723,
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Faith and Refugee Resettlement Communities Discuss Refugee Crisis, U.S. Response
As the world seeks solutions to the Syrian refugee crisis, faith and refugee resettlement communities urge unity and compassion in the face of anti-refugee, anti-Muslim sentiment
WASHINGTON - Following the senseless attacks in Paris, Beirut and Baghdad, leaders from the Christian, Muslim, and Jewish communities stand together to condemn the violent attacks by extremist groups and the anti-refugee and anti-Muslim reaction from political leaders in the United States.
WHERE: The National Press Club, Bloomberg Room; 529 14th St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20045
WHEN: Wednesday, November 18, 2015; 3 p.m.-4 p.m.
WHAT: As the United States grapples with the global refugee crisis and the recent attacks by terrorist groups in Paris, Beirut, and Baghdad, faith leaders from several faith communities will address the anti-Muslim and anti-refugee sentiment demonstrated by some political leaders and in the media. Speakers will also share stories of communities across the United States committing to welcome Syrian refugees and help them rebuild their lives.
SPEAKERS: Galen Carey, Vice President of Government Relations at the National Association of Evangelicals; Rev. Richard Cizik, President of the New Evangelical Partnership for the Common Good and Steering Committee Member, Shoulder to Shoulder Campaign; Sister Marie Lucey, Director of Advocacy and Member Relations at Franciscan Action Network; Rev. John L. McCullough, CEO and President of Church World Service; Rabbi Jack Moline, Executive Director of the Interfaith Alliance; Imam Talib M. Shareef, President and Imam of Masjid Muhammad; Rev. Dr. Earl Trent, Chairman of the Board at Church World Service and Senior Pastor at Florida Avenue Baptist Church
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