Join this ecumenical dialogue that will explore the questions Christians ask about the Islamic faith.

Featured speakers:
• Rev. Jay Rock
• Imam Ronald Shaheed

Rev. Jay Rock, Coordinator for Interfaith Relations of the Presbyterian Church (USA), will engage Imam Ronald Shaheed, of Masjid Sultan Mohammed in Milwaukee, in an exploration of Islam and Christian-Muslim relations. By talking about some of the main questions that Shristians often ask about Muslim life, these two friends hope to open a conversation about the challenges and opportunities Christians and Muslims face in relation to each other and to the world we all share.

Ronald Shaheed is the Imam of Masjid Sultan Muhammad, and Director of Education at the Clara Mohammed School in Milwaukee. He has had a long and distinguished career in education, and, in addition to his service in Milwaukee, works closely with Imam W. D. Mohammed in fostering interfaith dialogue and engagement in the United States and internationally. He is a knowledgeable and personable interpreter of Islam.

Jay T. Rock is Coordinator of Interfaith Relations for the Presbyterian Church (USA). From 1987-2003, he served as Director for Interfaith Relations at the National Council of Churches of Christ (USA). With an academic background in the history of religions, he has also served as a congregational pastor and community organizer. He and Imam Shaheed are now working to bring their two communities together for a series of conversations.

Registrations requested by May 5, 2008. Seating is very limited.