Welcome!
The spirit of the Kaufman Institute is represented by the cooperative programs hosted throughout the community to inspire, inform, and promote belonging. These events bring together diverse voices and worldview traditions to elevate individual experiences and stories, with the goal of promoting interfaith cooperation and pluralism.
Please explore the resources below to learn about how you can get involved.
Upcoming Events
Gen Z Voices: If We Were President
November 21, 2024 6:00 PM
The 11th Annual Padnos/Sarosik Civil Discourse Symposium is planned for November 21, 2024 and will be led by Dr. Greg Warsen, Endowed Professor of Civil Discourse and Graduate Program...
25th Annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration
November 25, 2024 7:00 PM
This year marks the 25th year of our annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Celebration! The Kaufman Interfaith Institute along with the interfaith community of grand rapids welcomes you to enjoy an evening...
"The Challenge of Power, Morality, and Religion" - The Triennial Jewish, Christian, Muslim Dialogue
December 5, 2024 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Divisions have often led to violence and religion is not immune. National power and nationalism can obscure the ethical issues in times of division. We see this in our country as well as internationally....
"Interfaith work is foundational to our community thriving. This work has become critical. I am committed to this work because I want to be a part, albeit a small part, of the solution.”
- Simin Beg, Kaufman Associate
