Religions for Peace interfaith panel discussion protecting democracy

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"Protecting Democracy: The Role of Faith" Religions for Peace Panel Discussion

May 5, 2025
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Protecting Democracy: The Role of Faith
Monday, May 5 at 7 PM
Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD

also online on our YouTube channel

Hosted by Religions for Peace USA—a global interfaith network dedicated to peace, justice, and human dignity—this panel brings together spiritual leaders from diverse traditions to explore how faith communities can help renew democracy and show up with courage and moral clarity.

We’ll be joined by:

  • Rev. Paul Raushenbush of Interfaith Alliance

  • Jeanné  Lewis from Faith in Public Life

  • Dr. Sousan Abadian of the Interfaith Council of DC

  • Dr. Naeem Baig, former moderator of Religions for Peace USA

Let’s gather, reflect, and find strength together.

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Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation is a community where love works.
Together, we explore the eternal, nurture community, and build a more just world.
Together, we dare to embody beloved community.

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Together, we explore the eternal, nurture community, and build a more just world.
Together, we dare to embody beloved community.

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Together, we explore the eternal, nurture community, and build a more just world.
Together, we dare to embody beloved community.

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Our Vision

Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Congregation is a community where love works.
Together, we explore the eternal, nurture community, and build a more just world.
Together, we dare to embody beloved community.