If I am not for myself, who is for me? But if I am for my own self [only], what am I? And if not now, when?

— Hillel (Pirkei Avot 1:14)

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
– Margaret Mead

The well-being of mankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established.

— Bajá’ u’lláh (founder of Bahá’í faith)

Interfaith does not require us to believe that all ideas are equally true. Rather it inspires us to be curious, listen with empathy, explore the beauty of our different traditions, and be open to learning about one another and ourselves.

— Tom Julius (MIP Chair, Keene Unitarian Universalist Church)

It is not your duty to finish the work, but neither are you free to desist from it.

— Rabbi Tarfon (Pirkei Avot 2:16)

Community is where relationships are cultivated; a community notices whether you show up. In communities of belonging people can serve others, receive support, and develop deeper connections.

— Angela Pape (MIP Community Organizer)

Make us instruments of peace,
Make us agents of positive change,
Choosing the difficult work of peace
Over the ease of conflict.

— Prayer (Ann Carlson, St. James Episcopal Church)

People of different values and traditions of faith – who have really deep convictions about how we see some sense in the vastness of the universe – can nevertheless unite, make friends, have fun, and do something that tries to benefit everyone in our community. To me, this is our strength.

– Phil Wyzik (Keene Catholic communities)

O mankind, indeed we have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you. Indeed, Allah is Knowing and Acquainted.”

For He Himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has torn down the dividing wall of hostility.

Bible: Ephesians 2:14-18