Monday, May 1, 2023

Free Seminars on May 2, 9, & 16

Interfaith Center to Hold Free Messianic Judaism and Christian Zionism Seminar

When: May 2, 9 & 16, 2023

Times: Noon–1:30 PM EDT, OR 7:00–8:30 PM EDT

Location: Zoom

Free—Register Today:

REGISTRATION FOR AFTERNOON REGISTRATION FOR EVENING

You can't understand Christian nationalism & the January 6th Capitol Riot without recognizing the roles that Messianic Judaism & Christian Zionism play in Charismatic Christianity. But where did these movements come from & why are they viewed so differently by Jews & Christians? Attend a free 3-week online course beginning on Tuesday, May 2 taught by Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies (ICJS) Protestant scholar Matthew D. Taylor, the Institute's resident expert on Christian nationalism. There will be afternoon and evening sessions. Register for the zoom link.

The instructor Matthew D. Taylor, Ph.D., is the Protestant Scholar at ICJS, where he specializes in Muslim-Christian dialogue, Evangelical and Pentecostal movements, religious politics in the U.S., and American Islam. Before coming to ICJS, Taylor served on the faculty of Georgetown University and George Washington University, and he is currently a faculty member in the Theology Department at Loyola University Maryland. His forthcoming book, Scripture People: Salafi Muslims in Evangelical Christians’ America (Cambridge University Press, 2023), offers an introduction to the oft-misunderstood Salafi movement in the U.S. by way of comparison with American Evangelicalism.

Institute for Islamic, Christian, and Jewish Studies

956 Dulaney Valley Rd

Baltimore, Maryland 21204

410.494.7161|icjs.org

info@icjs.org

May is National Hispanic Heritage Month

Maryland Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month!

May is National Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of the American Hispanic and Latinx community. According to the census, 62.6 million Americans identify as Hispanic or Latinx, making them the nation’s largest racial or ethnic minority. In Maryland, Hispanic/Latinx are 12% of the Maryland population and number around 744,000.

The Heritage Month observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period in September-October. It was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402. The day of September 15 is significant because it is the anniversary of independence for Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their independence days on September 16 and September18, respectively.

During this Hispanic Heritage Month, the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) encourages Marylanders to learn more about the culture and contributions the Hispanic/Latinx community have made in society.

Public Television PBS is airing a TV special:

Celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month

Every May we take extra time to celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian (AAPINH) Heritage Month by shining a light on AAPI experiences and filmmakers. Enjoy this collection of films, some premiering in May as well as some gems to revisit.

Here are some FREE activities happening in Maryland:

Prince Georges County Dept. of Parks and Recreation Hispanic Heritage Month Calendar of Events.
Montgomery College Calendar of Events.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Kickoff (In Waldorf, MD).
City of Mount Rainer’s Latino Heritage Month Celebration.
Hispanic Business on BAM (Business, Advocacy, and Mentorship)! Showcase.
14th Annual Latino Festival of Frederick, MD.
Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration and Presentation of Community Service Awards.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Hispanic Leadership Awards Dinner.
3rd Annual Latin Rhythms Festival.

Here are some other FREE celebratory events in Maryland:

World Heritage Festival ~ Frederick, MD

Sat, Jun 17, 11:00 AM

Silver Spring Veterans Plaza • Silver Spring, MD

Free

Silver Spring End Of Summer Celebration

Sun, Sep 10, 2:00 PM

Silver Spring Veterans Plaza • Silver Spring, MD

Free

World Heritage Festival ~ Silver Spring, MD

Sun, Jun 4, 1:00 PM

Silver Spring Veterans Plaza • Silver Spring, MD

Free

The MCCR and its Board of Commissioners are united in celebrating all cultures, and in resolving anti-discrimination through enforcement of the State’s anti-discrimination laws, and through public outreach and education. For information on MCCR, visit https://mccr.maryland.gov/.

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Sources:

(1) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-kick-off-tickets-405168107717?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

(2) MCCR September 15, 2023 Press Release.