Learn about other faiths that exist in the Ozarks and gain understanding by listening and working together. How can faith groups work together to make Springfield a better place to live as neighbors. This session will be co-moderated by Steve Berkwitz and Deanna Carpenter

Panelist Breakdown:

April 11

• Disciples of Christ (B)
• Temple Israel (Jewish)
• Buddhist- Ozarks Dharma Community
• The Venues (Non-denominational Christian)
• Catholic Church

May 9

• Muslim
• First Unitarian Universalist Church of Springfield Missouri
• United Methodist Church
• Trinity Presbyterian Church
• Baptist (South)

September 15

• Spiritual Assembly of The Bahai
• Unity
• Central Assemblies of God
• Methodist (Yeakley Chapel-Pitt Chapel-Bois D’Arc)
• Central Assemblies of God

October 17

• Hindu
• The Connecting Grounds
• Pagan Brotherhood
• Baptist (North)
• Messiah Lutheran

November 14

• American Indian Center of Springfield
• Sikh Temple of Ozarks
• The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
• United Church of Christ
• Disciples of Christ (A)

Open to the public, no registration required. Seating is limited to 200.

Partners:

• City of Springfield
• Springfield Interfaith Council
• Missouri State University
• University of Missouri Extension
• Have Faith Initiative
• Community Partnership of the Ozarks